Tripp Lite APSX1250F User Manual

Tripp Lite

1111 West 35th Street

Chicago, IL 60609 USA

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Model #: APSX1250F

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

Highlights

12V DC or 230V AC input; 230V, 50 Hz output; 2 AC outlets

1250W continuous, 1875W OverPower and 2500W DoubleBoost inverter

output (see specifications)

3-stage selectable 7.5 / 30 amp wet/dry cell battery charger

Faster Auto Transfer Switching option for battery backup/UPS operation

Reliability-enhanced large-transformer design with protected DC terminals

Description

Tripp Lite's APSX1250F DC-to-AC inverter with faster automatic line-to-battery transfer and integrated charging system serves as an extended-run

UPS, a stand-alone power source or an automotive inverter. Supplies up to 1250W of continuous 230V 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 up to 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 a 3-stage selectable 7.5/30A charging system. In UPS mode, the APS system

responds to blackouts and voltage fluctuations with 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, and 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). Provides unlimited runtime with connection of any number of

user-supplied batteries. 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 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 10-millisecond transfer time.

Package Includes

APSX1250F Inverter/Charger

Instruction manual with warranty information

(1) Universal Receptacle Adapter compatible with multiple international plugsets

Features

APSX1250F serves as an automotive or stationary DC-to-AC inverter with a faster automatic line-to-battery transfer and integrated battery

charger

Supports 230V AC output from a 230V AC line power source or 12V DC battery source

10 millisecond automatic transfer between line and battery power supports UPS protection during blackouts and voltage fluctuations for

equipment compatible with a half cycle transfer time

1250W continuous AC output in inverter mode

Double Boost inverter output supports momentary startup loads up to 200% of the continuous rating for up to 10 seconds (see

specification chart)

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 a time as possible, ensure that battery bank and cabling are able to provide full

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

3-stage selectable 7.5/30A battery charger with adjustable settings for wet/gel battery types offers rapid, reliable battery recharging

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

Dual C13 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, charger enable/inhibit, and selectable 144/163/182/201V AC

low voltage auto transfer during brownouts

Set of 4 additional configuration dip-switches supports 4 levels of charger limiting relative to output load size, a battery equalization program

and battery charger low/high settings

Resettable 5A charger AC input breaker, resettable 6A 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 if excessive load or overheating conditions develop

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

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

Specifications

OVERVIEW

Intended Application Emergency Home Power

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Voltage compatibility 12VDC/230VAC

Frequency
compatibility

50 Hz

OUTPUT

Output watts INVERTER MODE1250 watts continuous, Double Boost rated to 2500 watts peak (up to 10 seconds). Overpower

rating supports longer term overloads to 1875 watts for up to 15 seconds prior to inverter shutoff.

Output nominal
voltage

230V

Output voltage
regulation

LINE POWER (AC): Maintains 230V nominal sine wave output from line power source. INVERTER POWER (AC):
Maintains PWM sine wave output voltage of 230 VAC (+/-5%).

Output frequency
regulation

50 Hz (+/- 0.3 Hz)

Outlet quantity / type Hardwire

Overload protection Includes 5A input breaker dedicated to the charging system and 6A output breaker for AC output loads

Continuous output
capacity (watts)

1250

Peak output capacity
(watts)

INVERTER MODE - Double Boost rated to 2500 watts peak (up to 10 seconds). Overpower rating supports longer
term overloads to 1875 watts for up to 15 seconds prior to inverter shutoff.

INPUT

Input connection
type

DC INPUT: Set of 2 DC bolt-down terminals. AC INPUT: IEC-320 C14 inlet connection

Input cord length DC INPUT: User supplies cabling (6 gauge or largersee manual). AC INPUT: IEC-320 C14 inlet, ships with 1.8 m (6

ft.) IEC C13-C14 AC line cord