Tripp Lite APS1250F User Manual

Tripp Lite

1111 West 35th Street

Chicago, IL 60609 USA

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Model #: APS1250F

PowerVerter APS Inverter/Charger- with Faster Auto-Transfer Switching

Highlights

12V DC or 120V AC input; 120V AC output; 2 outlets

1250 watts continuous, 1875 watts OverPower and 2500 watts DoubleBoost

inverter output

3 stage, 30 amp selectable wet/dry cell battery charger

Faster Auto Transfer Switching option for battery backup / UPS operation

Reliability enhanced large-transformer design with protected DC wiring

terminals

Description

Tripp Lite's APS1250F DC-to-AC inverter with faster automatic line-to-battery transfer and integrated charging system serves as an extended run

UPS, a standalone power source or an automotive inverter. Supplies up to 1250 watts of continuous 120V AC power to 2 AC outlets from any 12V

battery or automotive DC source. OverPower inverter output feature temporarily provides up to 150% of the continuous output for 1-60 minutes and

DoubleBoost inverter output feature delivers up to 200% of the continuous output for up to 10 seconds, providing the extra power needed to cold

start heavy-duty tools and motorized equipment. When AC cable is connected to a live wall socket, commercial power passes through to connected

equipment and the battery set is recharged via 3 stage, 30 amp charging system. In UPS mode, the APS system responds to blackouts and voltage

fluctuations with a near instantaneous automatic transfer to battery-derived AC output. Includes a set of high current DC input terminals for simple

installation (user supplies batteries and cabling - see owner's manual for recommendations). Passes sine wave utility or generator power during

battery charging and UPS line power operation, plus efficient PWM sine wave AC output in inverter and UPS backup modes. Reliable large

transformer design, with frequency control powers resistive electronic loads or large inductive motors, compressors and other items with high current

needs on startup. Optional APSRM4 wired remote power switch with full status LEDs provides remote power inverter on/off switching and continuous

status information (APSRM4 sold separately). Supports an unlimited amount of runtime with any number of user-supplied batteries connected. Highly

adaptable to a variety of applications and site conditions with adjustable charger settings for wet/gel battery types and selectable line to battery

power transfer voltages.

Applications

Versatile inverter/charger system with faster auto-transfer switching serves as an automotive inverter for RVs, over-the-road trucking,

conversion vans and fleet service vehicles; a standalone alternative power source for off-grid, alternative energy or export applications and

as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for items compatible with a 8.33 millisecond (1/2 cycle) transfer time.

Package Includes

APS1250F Inverter/Charger

Owner's manual with warranty information

Features

APS1250F serves as an automotive or stationary DC-to-AC inverter with automatic line-to-battery transfer and integrated battery charger

Supports 120V AC output from a 120V AC line power source or 12V DC battery source

Fast 8.33 millisecond automatic transfer between line and battery power supports UPS protection during blackouts and voltage fluctuations

for equipment compatible with a 1/2 cycle transfer time

1250 watts continuous AC output in inverter mode, 1440 watts continuous AC output in AC mode

DoubleBoost inverter output supports momentary startup loads up to 200% of the continuous rating for up to 10 seconds

OverPower inverter output supports longer duration overloads to 150% for 1-60 minutes under ideal battery and temperature conditions (For

best results, utilize OverPower usage for as short of a duration as possible, ensure battery bank and cabling is able to provide full nominal

DC voltage under load and allow inverter/charger to fully cool before and after OverPower usage)

3 stage, 30 amp battery charger with adjustable settings for wet/gel battery types offers fast, reliable battery recharging

Protected hardwire bolt-down input lugs safely accept heavy gauge input wiring from attached battery bank

Two built-in NEMA 5-15R output receptacles pass 120V line power or inverter output through to connected equipment

Reliability enhanced large-transformer design with secure mounting flanges and protected DC wiring terminals

Moisture-resistant construction enables vehicular or marine operation in high humidity environments

3 position operating mode switch supports "AUTO" mode to enable automatic transfer between DC and AC modes, CHARGE-ONLY to

maintain a full battery charge when AC is present without auto transfer and SYSTEM OFF settings

Set of six front panel LEDs display AC/DC operational modes, overload status, DC voltage level, shutdown status and system fault status

Set of 4 configuration dip switches support wet/gel battery charging profiles, adjustable 135/145V high voltage auto transfer during

overvoltages and selectable 75/85/95/105V AC low voltage auto transfer during brownouts

Resettable 8A charger AC input breaker and resettable 12A AC output breaker and automatic 2 speed cooling fan protect the inverter from

load and temperature related failures

Grounding lug properly connects the inverter/charger system to earth ground or vehicle grounding system

Automatic overload and thermal shutoff safely turns off inverter as excessive loads or overheating conditions develop

Front panel remote control connector enables remote off/on switching (requires optional APSRM4 switch accessory). Optional APSRM4

accessory also includes user configurable jacks to support inverter shutoff or startup as a vehicle ignition is engaged.

Specifications

OVERVIEW

Intended Application Emergency Home Power

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Voltage compatibility 12V DC / 120V AC

Frequency
compatibility

60 Hz

OUTPUT

Output watts 1250W (continuous) / 2500W (peak)

Output nominal
voltage

120V

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)

Outlet quantity / type Hardwire

Overload protection Includes 8A input breaker dedicated to the charging system and 12A output breaker for AC output loads

Continuous output
capacity (watts)

1250

Peak output capacity
(watts)

2500

INPUT

Input connection type DC INPUT: Set of 2 DC bolt-down terminals. AC INPUT: NEMA 5-15P input plug

Input cord length DC INPUT: User supplies cabling. 6 gauge or larger (see manual). AC INPUT: attached 6 ft. AC line cord with plug

Recommended
Electrical Service

DC INPUT: Requires 12V DC input source capable of delivering 127A for the required duration (when used at full
continuous capacity - DC requirements increase during Over-Power and Double-Boost operation). AC INPUT: 15A
120V AC recommended

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)

BATTERY