APS1250

1000 Eaton Boulevard Cleveland, OH 44122 United States Position a 200A fuse link less than 18 in. from the battery in the positive line to protect against highcurrent draw that may occur during inverter failure. 1250W PowerVerter APS 12VDC 120V Inverter/Charger with Auto Transfer Switching, 2 Outlets MODEL NUMBER: APS1250 Highlights ● Delivers clean 120V AC power from AC or DC power source ● 1250W continuous output power; 2500W peak power ● Auto-transfer switching option for UPS operation ● Protects against blackouts, surges and EMI/RFI line noise ● Rugged polycarbonate housing resists moisture and impact Package Includes Portable dual-outlet power source for power applications, such as power tools and computers, as a vehicle inverter, standalone AC power source or extended-run UPS. Ideal for RVs, fleet vehicles and emergency vehicles. Features Reliable Power for Mobile, Emergency and Remote Sites ● Generates safe, stable, computer-grade 120V AC power from 12V battery bank ● Ideal for powering tools, saws, motors, pumps, portable lighting, appliances and computer equipment in heavy-load conditions ● Designed for easy installation in RVs, over-the-road trucks, fleet vehicles and emergency vehicles ● Functions as a vehicle inverter, standalone AC power source or extended-run UPS ● Features 2 front NEMA 5-15R outlets ● Unlimited runtime with variety of user-supplied batteries Meets Normal and Peak Power Demands ● 1250W of continuous power ● 1850W of reserve power up to 1 hr. ● 2500W of peak power up to 10 sec. to accommodate surge power demands during equipment startup and cycling ● Automatic overload detector, built-in cooling fan and resettable AC circuit breaker protect unit from damage Automatic Transfer Switching ● Transfer relay switches to inverter power during blackout in 16.6 ms ● 3-position switch enables Auto, Charge Only or System Off mode ● DIP switches configure high and low voltage auto-transfer 1/4 ● APS1250 1250W PowerVerter APS 12V DC 120V AC Inverter/Charger ● Owner’s manual 1000 Eaton Boulevard Cleveland, OH 44122 United States 3-Stage 30A Battery Charger ● Serves as battery charger when external 120V AC power is supplied and powering connected equipment ● Protects battery from overcharging and overdischarging ● Low-battery protection prevents excessive battery depletion ● DIP switches configure wet/gel charging profiles Optional Remote Control Capability ● RJ45 communication port allows connection of optional remote control module, such as Tripp Lite's APSRM4 Front-Panel LEDs ● Indicate load level, battery charge level, shutdown status and system fault status Rugged Polycarbonate Housing ● Resists moisture, vibration and impact ● Built-in mounting feet for installation on any rigid horizontal surface ● Grounding lug connects unit to earth ground or vehicle grounding system ● Built-in 6-ft. (1.83 m) AC power cord with NEMA 5-15P plug connects to AC power source Specifications OVERVIEW UPC Code 037332121653 INPUT Nominal Input Voltage(s) Supported 120V AC Maximum Input Amps / Watts DC INPUT: Full continuous load - 127A at 12V DC. AC INPUT: 12 amps at 120VAC with full inverter and charger load (6.3A max charger-only) Recommended Electrical Service DC INPUT: Requires 12VDC input source capable of delivering 125A for the required duration (when used at full continuous capacity - DC requirements increase during OverPower and DoubleBoost operation). For automotive applications, professional hardwire installation with 225A minimum battery system fusing is recommended. AC INPUT: 120VAC Input Connection Type DC INPUT: Set of 2 DC bolt-down terminals. AC INPUT: NEMA 5-15P input plug Voltage Compatibility (VAC) 120 Voltage Compatibility (VDC) 12 OUTPUT Frequency Compatibility 60 Hz Pure Sine Wave Output No Nominal Output Voltage(s) Supported 120V 2/4 1000 Eaton Boulevard Cleveland, OH 44122 United States Output Receptacles (2) 5-15R Continuous Output Capacity (Watts) 1250 Peak Output Capacity (Watts) 2500 Output Voltage Regulation LINE POWER (AC): Maintains 120V nominal sine wave output from line power source. INVERTER POWER (AC): Maintains PWM sine wave output voltage of 120 V AC (+/-5%). Output Frequency Regulation 60 Hz (+/- 0.3 Hz) Overload Protection Includes 8A input breaker dedicated to the charging system and 12A output breaker for AC output loads BATTERY Expandable Runtime Yes Expandable Battery Runtime Runtime is expandable with any number of user supplied wet, gel or SLA batteries Expandable Runtime Description Runtime is expandable with any number of user supplied wet, gel or SLA batteries DC System Voltage (VDC) 12 Battery Pack Accessory (Optional)  98-121  sealed lead acid battery (optional) Battery Charge 30A max, 3 step, float for long term maintenance USER INTERFACE, ALERTS & CONTROLS Front Panel LEDs Set of 6 LEDs offer continuous status information on load percentage (6 levels reported) and battery charge level (7 levels reported). See manual for sequences. Switches 3 position on/off/remote switch enables simple on/off power control plus "auto/remote" setting that enables distant on/off control of the inverter system when used in conjunction with optional  APSRM4  accessory when used in inverter mode. In AC uninterruptible power mode, auto/remote setting enables automatic transfer from line power to battery power - to maintain continuous AC power to connected loads. SURGE / NOISE SUPPRESSION AC Suppression Joule Rating 450 PHYSICAL Material of Construction Polycarbonate Cooling Method Multi-speed fan Form Factors Supported Mounting slots enable permanent placement of inverter on any horizontal surface (see manual for additional mounting information) Receptacle Color Black Shipping Dimensions (hwd / in.) 12.60 x 10.60 x 10.20 Shipping Dimensions (hwd / cm) 32.00 x 26.92 x 25.91 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 24.30 Shipping Weight (kg) 11.02 Unit Dimensions (hwd / in.) 7.000 x 8.750 x 9.000 Unit Dimensions (hwd / cm) 17.78 x 22.23 x 22.86 3/4 1000 Eaton Boulevard Cleveland, OH 44122 United States Unit Weight (lbs.) 23.2 Unit Weight (kg) 10.52 ENVIRONMENTAL Relative Humidity 0%-95% Non-Condensing LINE / BATTERY TRANSFER Transfer Time (Line Power to Battery Mode) 16.6 milliseconds (typical - compatible with many computers, servers and networking equipment - verify transfer time compatibility of loads for UPS applications) Low Voltage Transfer to Battery Power In AC "auto" mode, inverter/charger switches to battery mode as line voltage drops to 75V (user adjustable to 85, 95, 105V - see manual) High Voltage Transfer to Battery Power In AC "auto" mode, inverter/charger switches to battery mode as line voltage increases to 135V (user adjustable to 145 - see manual) WARRANTY & SUPPORT Product Warranty Period (U.S. & Canada) 1-year limited warranty Product Warranty Period (International) 2-year limited warranty Product Warranty Period (Mexico) 2-year limited warranty Product Warranty Period (Puerto Rico) 1-year limited warranty © 2023 Eaton. 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