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A 12V 500W pure sine wave inverter from Projecta, the PW500 features an LED display providing information on battery voltage, power usage, and load capacity, with USB-A and USB-C output ports for charging mobiles and portable devices.
The Projecta PW500 delivers 500W continuous pure sine wave output, with the ability to handle a 600W 120% surge for up to 10 minutes and a 1000W 200% surge for up to 1 second. AS/NZS approved 240V sockets, with the inverter designed to Australian Standard AS4763.
LED display: Provides information on battery voltage, power usage, and load capacity.
USB output socket: 2.1A USB-A and 21W USB-C ports for charging most mobiles and portable devices.
Wiring kit included: Battery lugs with 1100mm battery cable, mounting brackets for the remote, screws, rubber cable lugs, battery cables, 3M tape, and additional earthing cable.
Approved output socket: AS/NZS approved 240V sockets, with the inverter designed to Australian Standard AS4763.
Automatic cooling fan: Temperature and load controlled cooling fan manages internal temperature during operation.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | PW500 |
| Brand | Projecta |
| Type | Inverter |
| Output Power | 500W Continuous, 600W 120% Surge (10 Minutes), 1000W 200% Surge (1 Second) |
| Output | 240VAC, 50Hz (Pure Sine Wave) |
| Input | 12V DC Battery/Vehicle (11V-14.5VDC) |
| Battery Alarm | 10.5V (±0.3V) |
| Ideal Battery Size | 35Ah and Above |
| Minimum Battery Size | 25Ah |
| Run Time (500W on 25Ah Battery) | 30 Minutes |
| Run Time (100W Globe on 25Ah Battery) | 2.5 Hours |
| Standby Current Draw | <0.9A |
| Cooling Fan | Automatic Temperature and Load Controlled |
| Thermal Shutdown | 65°C (±5°C) |
| Internal Fuse | 80A |
| Recommended External Fuse | 60A |
| Inverter Classification | Equipotentially Bonded (EPB) |
| Efficiency | 0.85 |
| Shutdown | 9.9V (±0.3V) |
| USB Output | USB-C 21W, USB-A 2.1A |
| Dimensions | 300 x 168.7 x 84.7mm |
| Weight | 2.3kg |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
The PW500 is compatible with 12V battery systems with an ideal battery size of 35Ah and above, and a minimum battery size of 25Ah.
What is the output power of the PW500?
The PW500 delivers 500W continuous output, with a 600W 120% surge capacity for up to 10 minutes and a 1000W 200% surge capacity for up to 1 second.
What battery size is recommended for the PW500?
The ideal battery size is 35Ah and above, with a minimum battery size of 25Ah.
Does the PW500 include a remote control?
Yes. The PW500 includes an LCD display and remote control unit providing information on battery voltage and power usage.
What run time can I expect from the PW500?
On a 25Ah battery, the PW500 provides approximately 30 minutes of run time at 500W load, or approximately 2.5 hours running a 100W globe.
What is included in the box with the PW500?
The PW500 includes the inverter, a remote control, installation hardware and accessories including battery lugs, cables, mounting brackets, and an instruction manual.
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