The Victron Inverter 12/800 converts 12V DC battery power into 230V AC pure sine wave output, rated at 800VA continuous. It carries a VE.Direct port for monitoring and a SCHUKO socket for direct appliance connection, making it a compact choice for off-grid and mobile 12V systems.

Key features

• Output, 800VA continuous, 12V DC input to 230V AC.
• Waveform, pure sine wave, suited to motors and sensitive electronics.
• Monitoring, VE.Direct port for connection to Victron GX devices or the VictronConnect app via a VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle.
• Output socket, SCHUKO (Type F) for direct 230V appliance connection.
• Weight, 6 kg.
• Protection, low battery voltage shutdown, over-temperature and overload protection.

Product overview

This unit sits in Victron's VE.Direct inverter range, built for off-grid and mobile setups that do not need a full inverter-charger. The VE.Direct port allows real-time data on output power, battery state and alarms when linked to a Cerbo GX or similar device. Connected appliances plug straight into the SCHUKO socket, which cuts down on wiring in vans, boats and small cabins. Pure sine output means inductive loads such as compressors run alongside sensitive electronics without issue.

At 800VA continuous, the inverter suits moderate loads. Battery bank and DC cabling should be sized for the expected draw, and the continuous rating should not be exceeded during normal use, though the unit will handle surge currents from motor start-up.

Applications

• Off-grid cabins and remote buildings running from a 12V battery bank.
• Marine and narrowboat installations needing 230V AC from 12V DC.
• Campervan and motorhome conversions requiring monitored AC output.
• Backup power for small loads during grid outages alongside a battery system.
• Temporary site power where a compact, monitored inverter is needed.

Installation notes

Connect to a 12V DC battery bank with correctly rated DC cabling, fused close to the battery. The VE.Direct port carries data only, not power, and needs a compatible cable or dongle for monitoring. This is not a grid-tied inverter and does not require G98 or G99 compliance, though downstream AC wiring must meet BS 7671. Installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician or experienced system integrator.

What's included

• Victron Inverter 12/800 230V VE.Direct SCHUKO unit