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Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus
$ 1,698.04USD · price may vary
BrandVictron Energy- Model
- PIN485020000
- Specifications
- 0
Overview
SinusMax - Superior engineering
Developed for professional duty, the Phoenix range of inverters is suitable for the widest range of applications.
The design criteria have been to produce a true sine wave inverter with optimized efficiency but without
compromise in performance. Employing hybrid HF technology, the result is a top quality product with compact
dimensions, light in weight and capable of supplying power, problem-free, to any load.
Extra start-up power
A unique feature of the SinusMax technology is very high start-up power. Conventional high frequency
technology does not offer such extreme performance. Phoenix Inverters, however, are well suited to power up
difficult loads such as refrigeration compressors, electric motors and similar appliances.
Virtually unlimited power thanks to parallel and 3-phase operation capability
Up to 6 units inverters can operate in parallel to achieve higher power output. Six 24/5000 units, for example,
will provide 24kW / 30kVA output power. Operation in 3-phase configuration is also possible.
To transfer the load to another AC source: the automatic transfer switch
If an automatic transfer switch is required we recommend using the MultiPlus inverter/charger instead. The
switch is included in these products and the charger function of the MultiPlus can be disabled. Computers and
other electronic equipment will continue to operate without disruption because the MultiPlus features a very
short switchover time (less than 20 milliseconds).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SKU
PIN485020000
Weight
66.0000
Ah Rating
5000
Battery Voltage
48
Inverter Power Rating
5000VA
Inverter Type
Sinewave
Power (Watts)
5000
Manufacturer
Victron Energy
class
100
Reading the specifications
Detailed specifications for Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus have not been published yet. Victron Energy lists this inverter in the Inverters, and we add fields as the manufacturer releases them — in the meantime, ask your distributor for the datasheet before ordering.
For an inverter, the figures that matter most are continuous AC output in kW, which caps the load you can run at once, 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. 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.
What to check before ordering
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.
- Size the inverter against the loads you need to run simultaneously, not against the total wattage of every appliance in the building — a 5 kW inverter comfortably runs a fridge, fans, lights and a couple of ACs, but not all of them plus a water pump starting at the same time.
- 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.
Common mistakes
- Buying on peak-watt price alone. A cheap inverter with a narrow MPPT window forces awkward string layouts and can strand a portion of the array.
- 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.
Price and availability in United States
Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus is listed at $ 1,698 (USD) for United States. 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 States: warranty cover on solar hardware is normally honoured through the channel you bought from, so confirm who supports Victron Energy locally before ordering.
Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus — frequently asked questions
How much does Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus cost?
Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus is listed at $ 1,698 (USD) for United States. 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.
Who makes Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus?
Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus is a Victron Energy product, listed under inverters with model reference PIN485020000. The Victron Energy brand page lists the rest of its range so you can compare across the catalogue.
Is Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus right for my system?
That depends on what it has to connect to. For an inverter, check 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% against the rest of your equipment before price enters the decision. Look at the warranty term and what it covers. Five years is the common baseline, ten is offered by stronger brands, and extensions are often cheaper bought with the unit than later.
Where can I buy Victron Energy Phoenix Inverter 48V/5000VA/230V VE.Bus in United States?
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 States — buying in-channel is what keeps the manufacturer's warranty valid.
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