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Victron Energy Inverter C 12/1600

Brand
Victron Energy
Model
Inverter C 12/1600
SKU / part number
CIN122160000[1]
Category
Inverters
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AC output

Continuous output1.3 kW[3]Calculated
Peak output3000 W[3]
AC configuration?
AC output voltage230 V[9]
AC frequency?
Grid pass-through?
Maximum output per leg?

Battery

Battery voltage12 V[9]
Battery voltage range9.5 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

CommunicationsVE.Bus[9]
Operating temperature-40 to 65 °C[9]
Enclosure ratingIP21[9]
Operating noise?

Mechanical

Dimensions110 D × 214 W × 375 H mm[9]
Weight10 kg / 22.05 lb[9]

Installation (from the manual)

Not documented in the manual

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Warranty

Warranty term5 years[8]
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[8]
Coverage startsDate of purchase by the original end-user, with a maximum of 66 months from the Victron Energy invoice date[8]
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[8]
RemedyRepair, replace or (partly) credit the defective product free of charge, at Victron Energy's discretion[8]
Labor and shippingNot included: the warranty does not perform or reimburse de-installation, transportation and re-installation[8]
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]

Documents and sources

  1. 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
  2. Declaration of Conformity - Inverter 1200VA – 5000VAOfficial certificate · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Inverter-1200VA--5000VA-2023-10-11.pdf
  3. Inverter 1200VA - 5000VAOfficial datasheet · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Datasheet-Inverter-1200VA-5000VA-EN.pdf
  4. Inverter Compact 1200 1600Official instruction manual · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Manual-Inverter-Compact-1200-1600-EN-NL-FR-DE-ES-IT-.pdf
  5. Certificate Automotive ECE R10-6 - 12V MultiPlus Compact & InvertersOfficial certificate · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Certificate-Automotive-ECE-R10-6-12V-MultiPlus-Compacts-&-Inverters.pdf
  6. Phoenix Inverter Compact 12/24V 1200VA 1600VAOfficial instruction manual · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Quick-Install-Guide-Compact-Phoenix-Inverter-12V-24V-1200VA-1600VA-EN.pdf
  7. ISO9001 certificateOfficial certificate · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/ISO9001-certificate-2024-EN.pdf
  8. Victron Energy victron warrantyOfficial warranty · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 10, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Victron-Energy-Limited-Warranty-Policy.pdf
  9. Victron Energy public API record for SKU CIN122160000 (Inverter Compact 1200VA - 2000VA)Official product page · Revision 2025-09-15 13:46:24 · Revised Not stated · Checked Sep 18, 2026https://www.victronenergy.com/api/v1/product/sku/CIN122160000?format=json