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Victron Energy Inverter 12/1600 Smart

Brand
Victron Energy
Model
Inverter 12/1600 Smart
SKU / part number
PIN122161000[2]
Category
Inverters
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AC output

Continuous output1.3 kW[8]Calculated
Peak output?
AC configurationSingle-phase, 230 V AC[1]
AC output voltage230 V[1]
AC frequency?
Grid pass-through?
Maximum output per leg?

Battery

Battery voltage12 V[9]
Battery voltage range9.3 to 17 V[9]
Maximum charge current?
Maximum discharge current?
Battery-only output?
Maximum grid charging?
Compatible batteries / BMS?

PV input

PV array limit (connected)?
PV input limit (converted)?
Maximum PV voltage (Voc)?
MPPT voltage range?
MPPT trackers?
String inputs per MPPT?
PV current per MPPT?
PV short-circuit current?
PV startup voltage?

Efficiency and modes

Peak efficiency92 %[9]
CEC weighted efficiency?
Battery conversion efficiency?
Grid / off-grid modes?
Generator input?
Transfer time?
Idle consumption8 W[9]
Parallel units?

Communication and environment

CommunicationsBluetooth; VE.Direct[9]
Operating temperature-40 to 65 °C[9]
Enclosure ratingIP21[9]
Operating noise?

Mechanical

Dimensions125 D × 219 W × 482 H mm[9]
Weight12 kg / 26.46 lb[9]

Installation (from the manual)

Torque

Terminal torque11 N·m(97.36 in-lb*)[8]
AC terminal torque?
Battery terminal torque?
PV terminal torque?
Ground terminal torque?

Conductors

Battery conductors1 x 70 mm² (cables 0 to 5 m); 5 to 10 m not recommended[8]
AC input conductors?
AC output conductors?
PV conductors?
Ground conductor?

Protection

AC input breaker?
AC output breaker?
Battery fuse or breaker?
PV disconnect?

Not in the manual: Clearances and orientation, Grounding, Communication

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Warranty

Warranty term5 years[7]
Optional extension5 more years (10 years total) for a 10% surcharge, bought by Victron's direct customers at least one year before the original term ends[7]
Coverage startsDate of purchase by the original end-user, with a maximum of 66 months from the Victron Energy invoice date[7]
Coverage conditionsVoid after physical damage or alteration; excludes improper use such as reversed battery polarity, inadequate connection, mechanical shock, liquid or condensation, unsuitable environment, lightning, and terminals damaged by insufficient tightening; not for products misused, neglected, improperly installed, disassembled, modified or repaired by anyone other than Victron Energy or its authorized Repair Centres[7]
RemedyRepair, replace or (partly) credit the defective product free of charge, at Victron Energy's discretion[7]
Labor and shippingNot included: the warranty does not perform or reimburse de-installation, transportation and re-installation[7]
Transfer to another owner?
Registration?
Territory?

Certifications and listings

UL 1741?
UL 1741 SA?
UL 1741 SB?
IEEE 1547?
CA Rule 21?
UL 9540?
FCC Part 15?
EN-IEC 60335-1ClaimedStatus unconfirmed[9]
ECE R10-5ClaimedStatus unconfirmed[4, 9]

Documents and sources

  1. Victron Energy datasheetOfficial datasheet · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 15, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Datasheet-Inverter-Smart-1600VA-5000VA-EN.pdf
  2. Victron Energy reference documentOfficial document · Revision 2026 Q3 Euro C · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 15, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/media/pricelist/Pricelist_Victron_EUR_C_2026-Q3_Web.pdf
  3. Inverter Smart 1600VA - 5000VAOfficial datasheet · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Datasheet-Inverter-Smart-1600VA-5000VA-EN.pdf
  4. Certificate Automotive ECE R10/6 - 4870 - Phoenix Inverter 230V Smart 1600VA - 2000VAOfficial certificate · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Certificate-Automotive-ECE-R10-6-Phoenix-Inverter-230V-Smart.pdf
  5. Declaration of Conformity - Inverter Smart 1600VA-5000VA (EU doc RED)Official certificate · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/DoC-Inverter-1600VA-5000VA-Smart-Modified-EU-DOC-RED.pdf
  6. ISO9001 certificateOfficial certificate · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/ISO9001-certificate-2024-EN.pdf
  7. Victron Energy victron warrantyOfficial warranty · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 10, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Victron-Energy-Limited-Warranty-Policy.pdf
  8. Inverter Smart manualOfficial installation manual · Revision rev 02 - 03/2024 · Revised March 2024 · Checked Sep 26, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Inverter_Smart/106668-Inverter_VE_Direct__Smart_and_SUN-pdf-en.pdf
  9. Victron Energy public API record for SKU PIN122161000 (Inverter Smart 1600VA - 5000VA)Official product page · Revision 2025-09-15 13:46:24 · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/api/v1/product/sku/PIN122161000?format=json