Description
xVictron Inverter 12/250 230V VE.Direct UK
The Victron Inverter 12/250 is a compact 12V DC to 230V AC pure sine wave inverter designed for small off-grid and mobile power applications. It converts battery power to mains-equivalent AC output, making it suitable for powering sensitive electronics and small appliances where a reliable sine wave output is required. VE.Direct connectivity allows integration with Victron monitoring equipment and the GX device ecosystem.
Key Features
- 250VA continuous output at 230V AC from a 12V DC battery bank.
- Pure sine wave output suitable for sensitive electronics, motor loads and appliances that require clean AC power.
- VE.Direct port for communication with Victron GX devices, MPPT solar chargers and monitoring tools such as the VictronConnect app.
- UK-standard AC output socket for direct connection to UK plugs and appliances.
- Compact and lightweight at 2.6 kg, suited to space-constrained installations in vehicles, boats and small off-grid cabins.
- Built-in protections including low battery voltage shutdown, overload protection and over-temperature shutdown.
Product Overview
The 12/250 sits at the entry level of Victron's VE.Direct inverter range. At 250VA, it is sized for powering individual loads such as laptops, LED lighting circuits, small power tools or audio equipment from a 12V battery. It is not intended for high-draw appliances such as kettles or heaters. Selecting the correct inverter size for the load is important: running the 12/250 at or near its rated capacity continuously will draw approximately 20A or more from the battery, so adequate battery capacity and cabling must be in place.
The VE.Direct interface distinguishes this model from basic inverters. It allows the unit to communicate with Victron's broader ecosystem, including the Cerbo GX and Venus GX monitoring platforms, enabling remote monitoring of inverter status, load and fault conditions. This is particularly useful in installations where the inverter is not easily accessible, such as in a vehicle locker or a remote cabin.
The pure sine wave output is important for loads that are sensitive to waveform quality. Modified sine wave inverters can cause problems with some motor-driven appliances, battery chargers and audio equipment. The 12/250 avoids these issues by producing a clean sine wave output equivalent in quality to grid power.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| SKU | PIN121251400 |
| DC Input Voltage | 12V |
| AC Output Voltage | 230V AC |
| Continuous Output Power | 250VA |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Communication | VE.Direct |
| AC Socket Type | UK (BS 1363) |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
| GTIN | 8719076055006 |
Applications
- Campervans and motorhomes requiring a small 230V AC supply from a 12V leisure battery.
- Narrowboats and sailing yachts with 12V DC battery banks needing occasional AC power for laptops or small appliances.
- Small off-grid cabins or garden buildings with a 12V solar and battery system.
- Emergency backup power for low-draw AC loads from a 12V battery.
- Victron-based off-grid systems where VE.Direct monitoring integration is required.
What Is Included
- 1x Victron Inverter 12/250 230V VE.Direct UK
Installation Notes
This inverter connects directly to a 12V DC battery bank. Correct cable sizing is critical: at full load, DC current draw will exceed 20A, and undersized cabling will cause voltage drop and potential overheating. A suitably rated DC fuse or circuit breaker must be installed as close to the battery as possible. This unit is not grid-connected and does not require G98 or G99 notification. Installation should be carried out by a competent electrician or qualified installer familiar with DC systems. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit to prevent thermal shutdown under sustained load.
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.