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Mean Well ISI-501-212U True Sine Wave DC-AC Inverter 450W 110V out 12V in with MPPT Solar Charger

Name: Mean Well ISI-501-212U True Sine Wave DC-AC Inverter 450W 110V out 12V in with MPPT Solar Charger
Brand: Mean Well
SKU: ISI-501-212U
Price: 233.87 USD
Availability: InStock

true sine wavehigh surge power up to 1000Wuniversal Socket

SKU ISI-501-212U

$233.87 USD

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Overview

ISI-501-212U is the model of this series: rated power 500W, typical efficiency 86%.

ISI-501 series integrates a DC/AC True Sine Wave Inverter and a MPPT charger. This series is a high performance true sine wave DC/AC inverter which converts the DC electricity from a system consisting of batteries and solar panels. ISI-501 is not only a high frequency designed inverter but also fully digitally controlled by an advanced microprocessor. With true sine wave output, ISI-501 series can provide 500W continuously, 550W for 60 seconds, and 1000W for 30 AC-cycles. This series incorporates a MPPT solar charger, including the constant current and constant voltage charging characteristics.

Features

True sine wave output (THD<3%)
High surge power up to 1000W
High efficiency up to 88%
High frequency design
Thermosstatically controlled cooling fan
Protections: Bat. low alarm / Bat. low shutdown / Over voltage / Over temp. / Output short / Input polarity reverse / Overload
Built-in 500W MPPT solar charger, MPPT efficiency:98%(Typ.)
Built-in remote ON-OFF control
Built-in battery low relay contact
LED indicator for operation status and battery capacity
3 years warranty

Specifications

ISI-501-212USpecifications from the official datasheet (2024-09-04 edition)

INVERTER SECTION

RATED POWER: 500W
MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER (Typ.): 550W for 60 sec. / surge power 1000W for 30 cycles (112, 212 models : 495W for 60 sec. / surge power 900W for 30 cycles)
AC VOLTAGE: Factory setting set at 230VAC 200 / 220 / 230 / 240VAC selectable by setting button S.W
FREQUENCY^Note.9: Factory setting set at 230VAC 50±0.1Hz 50/60Hz selectable by setting button S.W
WAVEFORM^Note.1: True sine wave (THD<3%)
AC REGULATION (Typ.): ±3%
FRONT PANEL INDICATOR: Fault and operation status, Charger status, Battery capacity
BAT. VOLTAGE: 12V
VOLTAGE RANGE^Note.3,5: 10.5 ~ 15VDC
DC CURRENT (Typ.)^Note.7: 50A
NO LOAD CURRENT DRAW (Typ.): 1.25A
OFF MODE CURRENT DRAW (Typ.): ≦1mA
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)^Note.2: 86%
OVER TEMPERATURE: Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OUTPUT SHORT: Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER LOAD (Typ.): 110% load for 60 sec. Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover

BATTERY SECTION

CHARGER CURRENT (Typ.): 30A
BATTERY TYPE: Open & sealed Lead Acid
FUSE: 40A*2
BAT. LOW ALARM^Note.3: 11.3V
BAT. LOW SHUTDOWN^Note.3: 10.5V
REVERSE POLARITY: By internal fuse open

MPPT / SOLAR SECTION

MPPT CHARGER EFFICIENCY (Typ.): 98%
OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE RANGE: 35 ~ 50V
MPPT RANGE: 25 ~ 50V
SOLAR INPUT CURRENT (Typ.): 11A
SOLAR INPUT POWER (Typ.): 500W

GENERAL SECTION

WORKING TEMP.^Note.4: -20 ~ +40℃ @ 100% load ; 60℃ @ 50% load
WORKING HUMIDITY: 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY: -30 ~ +70℃ / -22 ~ +158℉, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
VIBRATION: 10 ~ 500Hz, 3G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY STANDARDS: IEC62368-1 CB, EAC TP TC 004 approved; Meet BS EN/EN62368-1
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE: Bat I/P - AC O/P:3.0KVAC AC O/P - FG:1.5KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE: Bat I/P - AC O/P, Bat I/P - FG, AC O/P - FG: 100M ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION: Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 class B, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY: Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,8, BS EN/EN55035, EAC TP TC 020
MTBF: 565.4K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 57.8K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: 205*158*67mm (L*W*H)
PACKING: 2.35Kg; 6pcs/15.1Kg/1.55CUFT

Test conditions and notes9

1.THD is tested by rated power, linear load at 13V,26V,52V input voltage.
2.Efficiency is tested by 350W, linear load at 13V,26V,52V input voltage.
3.The tolerance of each voltage value by models is : 112/212→±0.5V ; 124/224→±1V ; 148/248→±2V.
4.Output derating capacity referenced by curve 1.
5.Input derating capacity referenced by curve 2.
6.All parameters not specified above are measured at rated load, 25℃ of ambient temperature and set to factory setting.
7.DC current is tested by 500W, linear load at 12V,24V,48V input voltage.
8.The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
9.Type F for 60Hz only.

Technical drawings

ISI-501-212U Block Diagram — Block Diagram

ISI-501-212U Charging Curve — Charging Curve

ISI-501-212U Mechanical Specification — Mechanical Specification

Typical applications

Home appliance
Power tools
Portable equipment
Yacht
Vehicle

Downloads

Catalogues1

Mean Well Catalog (Industrial) PDF Download

FAQ

What is the Mean Well ISI-501-212U designed for?

The ISI-501-212U is a true sine wave DC-AC inverter intended for converting 12VDC battery power into AC power for equipment that benefits from a clean sine wave output. This model also includes a built-in 500W MPPT solar charger, which makes it suitable for mobile, off-grid, and backup power applications.

What output quality does this inverter provide?

This model provides a true sine wave output with total harmonic distortion below 3%. That makes it a better fit for sensitive electronics and loads that perform best on cleaner AC power than modified sine wave alternatives.

What are the main electrical ratings of the ISI-501-212U?

The inverter is rated for 450W continuous power and supports surge power up to 900W. Its DC input range is 10.5 to 15VDC, and this version is a 12V input model with 230V AC output (factory setting).

Does this model include a solar charger?

Yes. The ISI-501-212U has a built-in 500W MPPT solar charger with typical MPPT efficiency of 98%. That combines inverter and solar charging capability in one unit for systems using lead-acid batteries.

What battery types is the ISI-501-212U compatible with?

This model is specified for open and sealed lead-acid batteries. The product data does not list support for other battery chemistries, so compatibility should be evaluated against the documented battery type requirement.

What protections are built into this inverter?

The ISI-501-212U includes battery low alarm, battery low shutdown, over-voltage, over-temperature, output short, input reverse polarity, and overload protection. For overload, over-temperature, and output short conditions, the unit shuts down output and requires re-powering to recover.

Can this inverter be used in demanding environments?

It is rated for operation from -20°C to +40°C at 100% load, with operation up to 60°C at 50% load. The unit also uses a built-in cooling fan to help manage heat under load.

What size and warranty does the ISI-501-212U have?

The unit measures 205 x 158 x 67 mm and weighs 2.35 kg. The datasheet does not state a warranty period, so confirm warranty terms at purchase.

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