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Overview
ISI-501-248C is the model of this series: rated power 500W, typical efficiency 88%.
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
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
- FREQUENCYNote.9
- Factory setting set at 230VAC 50±0.1Hz 50/60Hz selectable by setting button S.W
- WAVEFORMNote.1
- True sine wave (THD<3%)
- AC REGULATION (Typ.)
- ±3%
- FRONT PANEL INDICATOR
- Fault and operation status, Charger status, Battery capacity
- BAT. VOLTAGE
- 48V
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.3,5
- 42 ~ 60VDC
- DC CURRENT (Typ.)Note.7
- 15A
- NO LOAD CURRENT DRAW (Typ.)
- 0.32A
- OFF MODE CURRENT DRAW (Typ.)
- ≦1mA
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)Note.2
- 88%
- 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.)
- 8.5A
- BATTERY TYPE
- Open & sealed Lead Acid
- FUSE
- 20A*2
- BAT. LOW ALARMNote.3
- 45V
- BAT. LOW SHUTDOWNNote.3
- 42V
- REVERSE POLARITY
- By internal fuse open
MPPT / SOLAR SECTION
- MPPT CHARGER EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 98%
- OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE RANGE
- 90 ~ 160V
- MPPT RANGE
- 70 ~ 160V
- SOLAR INPUT CURRENT (Typ.)
- 4.5A
- 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
Typical applications
- Home appliance
- Power tools
- Portable equipment
- Yacht
- Vehicle
Downloads
Catalogues1
FAQ
What is the main use case for the Mean Well ISI-501-248C?
This model is designed for DC-to-AC power conversion in applications that need a true sine wave output. It is a good fit for off-grid, mobile, backup, and solar-related systems where cleaner AC power and an integrated MPPT charger are valuable.
What power output does the ISI-501-248C provide?
The ISI-501-248C is rated for 500W continuous output. It also supports surge power up to 1000W, which helps with short startup demands from compatible loads.
Does this inverter produce true sine wave AC output?
Yes. This model provides true sine wave output with total harmonic distortion listed below 3%, which is useful for loads that need cleaner AC power than modified sine wave units typically provide.
Does the ISI-501-248C include a built-in solar charger?
Yes, it includes a built-in 500W MPPT solar charger. The listed MPPT efficiency is 98% typical, which makes this model more integrated than a standard inverter-only unit.
What battery types is this model compatible with?
The provided specifications list compatibility with open and sealed lead-acid batteries. If your system uses a different battery chemistry, the product data provided here does not confirm support for it.
What input and output voltages are listed for this inverter?
The specification lists an input voltage range of 42 to 60VDC and an AC output factory set at 230V, selectable at 200/220/230/240VAC by the setting button. Buyers should confirm the output setting suits their market before installation.
What protection features are included in the ISI-501-248C?
This model includes battery low alarm, battery low shutdown, over voltage, over temperature, output short, input polarity reverse, and overload protection. The specification also notes shutdown-and-restart recovery behavior for overload, over-temperature, and output short conditions.
What operating environment is this inverter rated for?
The working temperature is listed as -20°C to +40°C at 100% load, and up to 60°C at 50% load. The unit also uses a built-in cooling fan to help manage temperature during operation.
Does this model include remote control or status monitoring features?
Yes. The ISI-501-248C includes built-in remote ON-OFF control, a battery low relay contact, and LED indicators for operation status and battery capacity.
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