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Mean Well NTS-450-212AU True Sine Wave DC-AC Inverter 450W 230V out 12V in with AU Socket
Overview
NTS-450-212AU is the model of this series: typical efficiency 90%.
NTS-450 is a 450W highly reliable off-grid true sine wave DC-AC power inverter. Its key features include: digital design with MCU control, streamlined control circuitry that quickly responds to environmental changes and improves reliability, high quality fan with low acoustic noise, 900W peak power, adjustable AC output voltage and frequency, -25~+70℃ wide operating temperature range, complete protections features, and etc. combined with batteries, the NTS-450 is suitable for use in residential, commercial, marine, automobile, mine, construction site, and remote areas with no access to utility power, and the output can be used to power fans, TV, radio, phone charger, PC/laptop, lighting, electromechanical tool, communication equipment, power distribution cabinet, outdoor camping equipment, marine AC power, factory equipment, and etc.
Features
- Compact size and light weight
- True sine wave output (THD<3%)
- High surge power up to 900W
- Temperature controlled cooling fan
- AC output voltage and frequency selectable by DIP S.W
- No load disspation <1.5W max. at standby saving mode
- -25℃~+70℃ wide operating temperature
- Power ON-OFF remote control
- Front panel indicator for operation status
- Protections : Input : Reverse polarity / DC low alarm / DC low shutdown / Over voltage Output : Short circuit / Overload / Over temp.
- Battery over discharge protection(Low voltage disconnect)
- Suitable for lead-acid or li-ion batteries
- Carry handle accessory available(Order NO.: Carry handle, sold separately)
- Conformal coating
- 3 years warranty
Specifications
AC OUTPUT
- RATED POWER(Continuous)
- 450W
- OVER RATED POWER(3 Min.)
- 517.5W
- PEAK POWER(10 Sec.)
- 675W
- SURGE POWER(30 Cycles)
- 900W
- AC VOLTAGE
- Default setting set at 230VAC 200 / 220 / 230 / 240Vac selectable by DIP S.W
- FREQUENCY
- Default setting set at 50Hz±0.1Hz 50/60Hz selectable by DIP S.W
- WAVEFORMNote.1
- True sine wave (THD<3%)
- AC REGULATION
- ±3.0% at rated output voltage
- FRONT PANEL LED
- Please refer to page5
DC INPUT
- DC VOLTAGE
- 12V
- VOLTAGE RANGE (Typ.)
- 10 ~ 16.5Vdc
- DC CURRENT (Typ.)
- 50A
- NO LOAD DISSIPATION (Typ.) NON-SAVING MODE
- 10W
- NO LOAD DISSIPATION (Typ.) SAVING MODE
- Default disable, ≦1.2W ~ 1.5W by models @ auto detec AC output load ≦10W will be changed to saving mode
- NO LOAD DISSIPATION (Typ.) SAVING MODE
- 1.2W
- OFF MODE CURRENT DRAW
- ≦1mA
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)Note.1
- 90%
- BATTERY TYPES
- Lead Acid or li-ion
PROTECTION
- FUSE (Internal)
- 40A*2
- DC INPUT LOW ALARM
- 11±0.3Vdc
- DC INPUT LOW SHUTDOWN
- 10±0.3Vdc
- DC INPUT LOW RESTART
- 12.5±0.3Vdc
- DC INPUT HIGH ALARM
- 15.5±0.3Vdc
- DC INPUT HIGH SHUTDOWN
- 16.5±0.3Vdc
- DC INPUT HIGH RESTART
- 15±0.3Vdc
- BAT. POLARITY
- By internal fuse open
- OVER TEMPERATURE
- Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- OUTPUT SHORT
- Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- OVER LOAD (Typ.)
- 105 ~ 115% load for 180 sec., 115% ~ 150% load for 10 sec. Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- GFCI PROCTECTION
- None
FUNCTION
- REMOTE CONTROL
- Power ON-OFF remote control by front panel dry contact connector (by RELAY); Open : Normal work ; Short , Remote off
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -25 ~ +70℃(Refer to “Derating curve”)
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -30 ~ +70℃ / -22 ~ +158oF, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 3G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- CB IEC62368-1,CSA/UL62368-1,Dekra BS EN/EN62368-1,E13,EAC TP TC 004 approved;Design refer to AS/NZS 62368.1 (Please refer to next page “AC output socket” table for more details ) ; Design refer to UL458 (By request)
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- DC I/P - AC O/P:3.0KVac AC O/P - FG:1.5KVac
- EMC EMISSION
-
Parameter Standard Test Level FCC for 112,124,148 only(expect for Type-UN) Class A BS EN/EN55032(CISPR32) for 212,224,248 only(expect for Type-UN) Class A Harmonic Current BS EN/EN61000-3-2 Voltage Flicker BS EN/EN61000-3-3 - EMC IMMUNITY
-
BS EN/EN55024, BS EN/EN55035
Parameter Standard Test Level ESD BS EN/EN61000-4-2 Level 3, 8KV air; Level 2, 4KV contact Radiated BS EN/EN61000-4-3 Level 2 , 3V/m Magnetic Field BS EN/EN61000-4-8 Level 1 , 1A/m
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 843.9K hrs min. Telcordia TR/SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 85K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 210*130*55mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 1.66Kg; 8pcs/ 14.3Kg/ 1.74CUFT for Type-US 1.3Kg; 8pcs/ 11.4Kg/ 1.74CUFT for other types
Test conditions and notes4
- 1.Efficiency, AC regulation and THD are tested by 450W, linear load at 12.5Vdc/25Vdc/50Vdc input voltage.
- 2.All parameters not specified above are measured at rated load, 25℃ of ambient temperature and set to factory setting.
- 3.Internal pre-start circuit, the setup time is 8s.
- 4.The power supply is considered as an independent unit, but the final equipment still need to re-confirm that the whole system complies with the EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.” (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf )
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- Mobile device
- Home and office appliance
- Power tools
- Portable equipment
- Vehicle
- Yacht
- Off-grid solar power system
- Wireless network
- Telecom or datacom system
Downloads
Certificates6
FAQ
What is the Mean Well NTS-450-212AU designed for?
The NTS-450-212AU is a 450W true sine wave DC-AC inverter that converts 12V DC input to 230V AC output. It is suited to business and mobile power applications where clean AC output is needed for equipment that is sensitive to waveform quality.
Does this inverter produce a true sine wave output?
Yes. This model provides a true sine wave output with total harmonic distortion below 3%, which makes it a better fit for many sensitive AC-powered devices than modified sine wave alternatives. Its 230V AC output is part of a selectable output range set by DIP switch.
What are the key electrical specifications of the NTS-450-212AU?
This inverter is rated for 450W continuous output power and supports surge power up to 900W. It uses a 12V DC input and offers selectable AC output voltages of 200, 220, 230 or 240VAC, with 230VAC as the default, by DIP switch selection.
Can the NTS-450-212AU be used with different battery types?
Yes. Mean Well states that this inverter is suitable for lead-acid or lithium-ion batteries. It also includes battery over-discharge protection with low voltage disconnect to help protect the power source.
Is this inverter suitable for demanding environments?
It is designed for a wide operating temperature range of -25°C to +70°C, with output derated at higher ambient temperatures according to the derating curve. The unit also includes conformal coating and a temperature-controlled cooling fan, which support use in tougher operating conditions.
What protection features are included in this model?
The NTS-450-212AU includes protection for short circuit, overload, and over voltage conditions. It also has battery over-discharge protection and overload behavior defined for specific load ranges and durations.
What physical size and warranty does this inverter have?
The unit measures 210 x 130 x 55 mm and weighs 1.3 kg, making it relatively compact for a 450W inverter. Mean Well lists this model with a 3-year warranty.
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Other NTS-450 Models
2 other models| Model | Power | Voltage | Waveform | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well NTS-450-248AU True Sine Wave DC-AC Inverter 450W 230V out 48V in with AU Socket | 450W | 230V | True Sine Wave | 50Hz | View |
| Mean Well NTS-450-224AU True Sine Wave DC-AC Inverter 450W 230V out 24V in with AU Socket | 450W | 230V | True Sine Wave | 50Hz | View |
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