Description
xVictron Inverter 12/500 230V VE.Direct UK
The Victron Inverter 12/500 is a compact 500VA pure sine wave inverter designed for 12V DC systems, converting battery power to 230V AC for use in vehicles, boats, off-grid cabins and small backup applications. It connects to Victron monitoring systems via the VE.Direct interface, giving installers and users real-time data without additional hardware.
Key Features
- 500VA continuous output at 230V AC from a 12V DC battery bank
- Pure sine wave output suitable for sensitive electronics and motor loads
- VE.Direct port for connection to Victron GX devices, MPPT solar chargers and monitoring displays
- UK plug socket output for direct connection of standard UK appliances
- Protections include low battery voltage shutdown, over-temperature and overload cutoff
- Compact and lightweight form factor at 4.1 kg, suitable for space-constrained installations
- LED status indicators for power, overload and low battery conditions
Product Overview
The 12/500 sits at the entry level of Victron's VE.Direct inverter range. At 500VA, it is suited to powering smaller loads such as lighting, phone and laptop chargers, small power tools or entertainment equipment from a 12V battery. The pure sine wave output means it will not cause issues with switch-mode power supplies or inductive loads that modified sine wave inverters can damage or interfere with.
The VE.Direct interface is a key practical advantage for system integrators. It allows the inverter to be monitored and controlled through Victron's GX device ecosystem, including the Cerbo GX and Color Control GX, as well as the VictronConnect app via a VE.Direct to USB or Bluetooth adapter. This makes it straightforward to integrate into a wider Victron off-grid or backup system rather than running it as a standalone unit.
The UK variant includes a standard UK socket on the output, which removes the need for plug adapters in domestic or light commercial UK installations. Built-in protections guard against the most common failure modes in battery-based systems, including deep discharge, overtemperature and sustained overload.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| SKU | PIN121501410 |
| Nominal DC Input Voltage | 12V |
| Continuous Output Power | 500VA |
| AC Output Voltage | 230V AC |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Communication Interface | VE.Direct |
| Output Socket | UK (BS1363) |
| Weight | 4.1 kg |
| GTIN | 8719076073550 |
Applications
- Campervans and motorhomes requiring 230V AC from a 12V leisure battery
- Narrowboats and sailing vessels with 12V DC house banks
- Off-grid cabins and garden buildings with small battery systems
- Emergency backup power for low-draw household appliances
- Remote monitoring stations and telecoms enclosures
- Integration into larger Victron off-grid systems as a secondary inverter
What Is Included
- Victron Inverter 12/500 230V VE.Direct UK unit
Installation Notes
This inverter must be connected to a 12V DC battery bank using appropriately rated DC cabling and fusing. DC wiring for inverters carries high current and must be sized and protected correctly to prevent fire risk. Installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person familiar with DC power systems. The unit is not grid-connected and does not require G98 or G99 notification. 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.