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BrandVictron Energy
Victron MultiPlus 2000VA
£ 728.41GBP · price may vary
BrandVictron Energy- Model
- VM-12/2000/80-32
- Specifications
- 13
- Power Rating1600W
- System Battery Voltage12V
- PhasesSingle phase
- ConnectivityVE.Bus
- ConnectionM8 (battery), Screw terminals (AC)
- View all 13 specifications ↓
Overview
The MultiPlus is a powerful true sine wave inverter, a sophisticated battery charger that features adaptive charge technology and a high-speed AC transfer switch in a single compact enclosure. Features Proven reliability The full bridge plus toroidal transformer topology has proven its reliability over many years. The inverter is short circuit proof and protected against overheating, whether due to overload or high ambient temperature. High start-up power Needed to start high inrush loads such as power converters for LED lamps, halogen lamps or electric tools. Search Mode When Search Mode is ‘on’, the power consumption of the inverter in no-load operation is decreased by approx. 70%. In this mode the Multi, when operating in inverter mode, is switched off in case of no load or very low load, and switches on every two seconds for a short period. If the output current exceeds a set level, the inverter will continue to operate. If not, the inverter will shut down again. Programmable relay By default, the programmable relay is set as an alarm relay, i.e. the relay will de-energise in the event of an alarm or a pre-alarm (inverter almost too hot, ripple on the input almost too high, battery voltage almost too low). Remote on / off / charger on Remote operation can be implemented by connecting a switch to the three pole connector.
Specifications
| Power Rating | 1600W |
|---|---|
| System Battery Voltage | 12V |
| Phases | Single phase |
| Connectivity | VE.Bus |
| Connection | M8 (battery), Screw terminals (AC) |
| Height | 506 |
| Width | 236 |
| Depth | 147 |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 |
| Warranty | 5 |
| IP Rating | IP22 |
| On Grid / Off Grid | Off Grid |
| Lithium Compatibility | Yes* |
What these specifications mean
Victron MultiPlus 2000VA is listed with 13 published specifications from Victron Energy, including power rating of 1600W, system battery voltage of 12V, phases of Single phase and connectivity of VE.Bus. Those figures are what decide whether this unit fits your system, so read them against the equipment it will connect to before comparing price.
For an inverter, the figures that matter most are surge or peak rating, which covers the brief inrush of motors and compressors, maximum PV input and the number of MPPT trackers, which set how many panel strings you can connect, the MPPT voltage window, which decides how many panels go in a string and peak and weighted (European/CEC) efficiency, typically 96–98.5%. It is the component that decides what a solar system can do: how much power you can draw at once, whether you can export to the grid, whether the system keeps running in a blackout, and how well the panels and battery are managed day to day.
Choosing an inverter: the checks that matter
The checks below apply to any inverter. Run them against the specification table above — most disappointing solar purchases are compatible-on-paper units that fail one of these in practice.
- Keep the panel array between roughly 1.0 and 1.3 times the inverter's rating. Slight oversizing (a higher DC-to-AC ratio) captures more energy on cloudy mornings and winter days; going far beyond it wastes generation through clipping.
- Check the surge rating if you run motors — deep-well pumps, compressors and older air conditioners can draw two to three times their running current for a few seconds at start-up.
- Choose a hybrid inverter if a battery is in your plan now or later; retrofitting storage onto a pure grid-tie inverter usually means buying a second unit or an AC-coupled battery system.
- Confirm the inverter is approved by your local utility or distribution network before you buy if you intend to export power — grid connection depends on certified anti-islanding and local grid-code compliance, not on the inverter's specifications alone.
Common mistakes
- Ignoring the ambient temperature rating. Inverters derate in heat, so a unit rated 5 kW at 25 °C may deliver noticeably less on a hot roof-adjacent wall at 45 °C.
- Assuming any grid-tie inverter keeps the lights on during an outage. Standard on-grid units shut down for safety unless they have a dedicated backup or islanding output.
- Overlooking the IP rating. An outdoor installation needs at least IP65; indoor-rated units mounted outside fail early.
Price and availability in United Kingdom
Victron MultiPlus 2000VA is listed at £ 728 (GBP) for United Kingdom. Solar pricing moves with supply, import duties and exchange rates, and distributors set their own margins, so treat this as a comparison reference and confirm the current figure before you order.
SolarBazaar compares equipment rather than selling it. Shortlist here on specification and price, then buy from an authorised distributor or installer in United Kingdom: warranty cover on solar hardware is normally honoured through the channel you bought from, so confirm who supports Victron Energy locally before ordering.
Victron MultiPlus 2000VA — frequently asked questions
How much does Victron MultiPlus 2000VA cost?
Victron MultiPlus 2000VA is listed at £ 728 (GBP) for United Kingdom. The figure is indicative — solar prices move with supply, duties and exchange rates, and each distributor sets its own margin — so confirm the current price with a supplier before ordering.
What are the specifications of Victron MultiPlus 2000VA?
We hold 13 published specifications for this inverter, including power rating 1600W, system battery voltage 12V, phases Single phase, connectivity VE.Bus and connection M8 (battery), Screw terminals (AC). The full table is on this page, listed under model VM-12/2000/80-32.
Who makes Victron MultiPlus 2000VA?
Victron MultiPlus 2000VA is a Victron Energy product, listed under inverters with model reference VM-12/2000/80-32. The Victron Energy brand page lists the rest of its range so you can compare across the catalogue.
Is Victron MultiPlus 2000VA right for my system?
That depends on what it has to connect to. For an inverter, check surge or peak rating, which covers the brief inrush of motors and compressors, maximum PV input and the number of MPPT trackers, which set how many panel strings you can connect and the MPPT voltage window, which decides how many panels go in a string against the rest of your equipment before price enters the decision. Check the surge rating if you run motors — deep-well pumps, compressors and older air conditioners can draw two to three times their running current for a few seconds at start-up.
Where can I buy Victron MultiPlus 2000VA in United Kingdom?
SolarBazaar lists and compares equipment rather than selling it. Use the specifications and price here to shortlist, then buy through an authorised distributor or installer in United Kingdom — buying in-channel is what keeps the manufacturer's warranty valid.
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