Inverter Phoenix VE.Direct 12/1600
Everything you need to know
The most reliable pure sine wave inverter for 12V installations. Converts your battery power into 230V AC quality to power any electronic equipment.
Complete data sheet
| Phoenix VE.Direct 12/1600 | |
| Rated power | 1600 WATTS / 1300 WATTS |
| Peak power (30s) | 3000 VA |
| Input voltage | 12V DC (9.2V - 17V) |
| Output voltage | 230V AC ±2% |
| Frequency | 50 Hz ±0.1% |
| Maximum efficiency | 93% |
| No load consumption | 11W |
| Search mode (ECO) | <2W standby |
| Protections | Temp, overload, short circuit |
| VE.Direct Port | Yes (monitoring) |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Dimensions (mm) | 362 x 162 x 85 |
What can I connect to the Phoenix 12/1600?
With 1300W continuous and 3000W peak, the Phoenix 12/1600 can power most home and work equipment in your mobile or off-grid installation.
20-100W - No problem
800-1200W - Works perfectly
Up to 1200W continuous
50-300W - Prolonged use without problems
1800W+ - Exceeds power, use with caution.
Phoenix vs MultiPlus: which do you need?
Both are pure wave Victron inverters, but have very different functionalities. Make the right choice for your installation.
Phoenix Inverter
DC → AC inverter only
- Investment DC→AC ✓ Yes
- Battery charger ✗ No
- Grid/inverter switching ✗ No
- ECO (economy) mode ✓ Yes
- VE.Direct ✓ Yes
- Price approx. From ~230€.
MultiPlus-II
Inverter + Integrated charger
- Investment DC→AC ✓ Yes
- Battery charger ✓ Yes (from grid/generator)
- Grid/inverter switching Yes (automatic)
- PowerAssist ✓ Yes
- VE.Bus + GX compatible ✓ Yes
- Price approx. From ~650€.
💡 Only off-grid solar batteries? → Phoenix. Campsites, grid-connected van? → MultiPlus-II.
Installation and connection
Electrical requirements and steps for safe installation of the Phoenix 12/1600.
🔌 DC wiring requirements
| Power | Minimum cable cross-section | Fuse |
| 1600 VA (full load) | 25 mm² (1.5 in²) | 160A |
| 800 VA (average use) | 16 mm² 16 mm² 16 mm² 16 mm² 16 mm² 16 mm² 16 mm² 16 mm² 16 mm | 100A |
| Max. cable length | As short as possible (<1m ideal) | |
📐 Basic wiring diagram
Choose the location: ventilated, away from humidity and close to the battery.
Connect DC cables of suitable cross-section with fuse on the positive side
Install an accessible on/off switch for manual control of the inverter.
Connect the AC output to the distribution board or directly to the sockets.
Where does the Phoenix 12/1600 shine?
The Phoenix is the reference inverter for off-grid installations.
Van / Camper
The most installed in campers
- ⚡ 230V for coffee machine and tools
- 💻 Charging notebook and devices
- 📺 Television and entertainment
- 🔇 Quiet operation
Nautica
AC investment in ships
- 🌊 Resistant to marine environments
- 🔌 Powering on-board electronics
- ☕ Coffee machine and appliances
- 🛡️ Protection IP21
Off-grid / Cabin
Off-grid energy
- 🌱 Small off-grid installations
- 💡 Lighting and electrical appliances
- 📡 Remote telecommunications
- ⚡ With SmartSolar MPPT
ECO mode and VE.Direct control
Two features that make the difference in the daily use of the Phoenix 12/1600.
ECO mode (energy saving)
Consumes only 2W in standby
In ECO Mode, the inverter periodically “sleeps” and wakes up to detect if a load is connected. If detected, it starts up completely within milliseconds. This is ideal when you don't know if you are going to use the inverter but want to have it available.
VE.Direct Port
Remote monitoring and control
The VE.Direct port allows the Phoenix to be connected to the Victron device network to monitor its status, alarm history and parameters from VictronConnect or VRM Portal.
Connects to a computer for configuration and monitoring from the app.
Integrate the inverter into the complete system and access from the VRM Portal online.
Input voltage, output power, status, alarms, history.
Ready to have 230V in your installation?
The Phoenix VE.Direct 12/1600 is available in our shop with official Victron warranty and shipping in 24-48h to all Spain.
Shipping 24-48h
All of mainland Spain
Warranty 5 years
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