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Mean Well ISI-501-224C True Sine Wave DC-AC Inverter 500W 110V out ...
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ISI-501-224C is the model of this series: rated power 450W, typical efficiency 88%.
ISI-501 series integrates a DC/AC True Sine Wave Inverter and a MPPT charger. This series is a high performance true sine wave DC/AC inverter which converts the DC electricity from a system consisting of batteries and solar panels. ISI-501 is not only a high frequency designed inverter but also fully digitally controlled by an advanced microprocessor. With true sine wave output, ISI-501 series can provide 500W continuously, 550W for 60 seconds, and 1000W for 30 AC-cycles. This series incorporates a MPPT solar charger, including the constant current and constant voltage charging characteristics.
Features
- True sine wave output (THD<3%)
- High surge power up to 1000W
- High efficiency up to 88%
- High frequency design
- Thermosstatically controlled cooling fan
- Protections: Bat. low alarm / Bat. low shutdown / Over voltage / Over temp. / Output short / Input polarity reverse / Overload
- Built-in 500W MPPT solar charger, MPPT efficiency:98%(Typ.)
- Built-in remote ON-OFF control
- Built-in battery low relay contact
- LED indicator for operation status and battery capacity
- 3 years warranty
Specifications
INVERTER SECTION
- RATED POWER
- 450W
- MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER (Typ.)
- 550W for 60 sec. / surge power 1000W for 30 cycles (112, 212 models : 495W for 60 sec. / surge power 900W for 30 cycles)
- AC VOLTAGE
- Factory setting set at 230VAC 200 / 220 / 230 / 240VAC selectable by setting button S.W
- FREQUENCYNote.9
- Factory setting set at 230VAC 50±0.1Hz 50/60Hz selectable by setting button S.W
- WAVEFORMNote.1
- True sine wave (THD<3%)
- AC REGULATION (Typ.)
- ±3%
- FRONT PANEL INDICATOR
- Fault and operation status, Charger status, Battery capacity
- BAT. VOLTAGE
- 24V
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.3,5
- 21 ~ 30VDC
- DC CURRENT (Typ.)Note.7
- 30A
- NO LOAD CURRENT DRAW (Typ.)
- 0.63A
- OFF MODE CURRENT DRAW (Typ.)
- ≦1mA
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)Note.2
- 88%
- OVER TEMPERATURE
- Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- OUTPUT SHORT
- Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- OVER LOAD (Typ.)
- 110% load for 60 sec. Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
BATTERY SECTION
- CHARGER CURRENT (Typ.)
- 17A
- BATTERY TYPE
- Open & sealed Lead Acid
- FUSE
- 40A*1
- BAT. LOW ALARMNote.3
- 22.5V
- BAT. LOW SHUTDOWNNote.3
- 21V
- REVERSE POLARITY
- By internal fuse open
MPPT / SOLAR SECTION
- MPPT CHARGER EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 98%
- OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE RANGE
- 45 ~ 90V
- MPPT RANGE
- 35 ~ 90V
- SOLAR INPUT CURRENT (Typ.)
- 7A
- SOLAR INPUT POWER (Typ.)
- 500W
GENERAL SECTION
- WORKING TEMP.Note.4
- -20 ~ +40℃ @ 100% load ; 60℃ @ 50% load
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -30 ~ +70℃ / -22 ~ +158℉, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 3G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- IEC62368-1 CB, EAC TP TC 004 approved; Meet BS EN/EN62368-1
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- Bat I/P - AC O/P:3.0KVAC AC O/P - FG:1.5KVAC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- Bat I/P - AC O/P, Bat I/P - FG, AC O/P - FG: 100M ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
- Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 class B, EAC TP TC 020
- EMC IMMUNITY
- Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,8, BS EN/EN55035, EAC TP TC 020
- MTBF
- 565.4K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 57.8K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 205*158*67mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 2.35Kg; 6pcs/15.1Kg/1.55CUFT
Test conditions and notes9
- 1.THD is tested by rated power, linear load at 13V,26V,52V input voltage.
- 2.Efficiency is tested by 350W, linear load at 13V,26V,52V input voltage.
- 3.The tolerance of each voltage value by models is : 112/212→±0.5V ; 124/224→±1V ; 148/248→±2V.
- 4.Output derating capacity referenced by curve 1.
- 5.Input derating capacity referenced by curve 2.
- 6.All parameters not specified above are measured at rated load, 25℃ of ambient temperature and set to factory setting.
- 7.DC current is tested by 500W, linear load at 12V,24V,48V input voltage.
- 8.The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
- 9.Type F for 60Hz only.
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- Home appliance
- Power tools
- Portable equipment
- Yacht
- Vehicle
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Catalogues1
FAQ
What is the Mean Well ISI-501-224C designed for?
The ISI-501-224C is a 500W true sine wave DC-AC inverter for applications that need stable AC output from a 24VDC source. It also includes a built-in 500W MPPT solar charger, which makes it suitable for mobile, off-grid, and backup power systems that use lead-acid batteries.
Does this inverter produce true sine wave output?
Yes. This model provides true sine wave output with total harmonic distortion below 3%, which is important for running sensitive electronics and equipment that perform better on cleaner AC power. That makes it a stronger fit than modified sine wave units for many professional and commercial uses.
What input voltage does the ISI-501-224C require?
This inverter accepts a 24VDC nominal input, with a specified input voltage range of 21 to 30VDC. Buyers should confirm their power system operates within that range during normal use. The product name also identifies it as a 24V input model.
What battery types is this model compatible with?
The ISI-501-224C is specified for open and sealed lead-acid batteries. That makes it appropriate for systems built around common lead-acid battery banks rather than unspecified battery chemistries. Buyers using other battery types should verify suitability before purchase.
What protection features are built into this inverter?
This model includes battery low alarm, battery low shutdown, over voltage, over temperature, output short, input polarity reverse, and overload protection. For overload, over temperature, and output short conditions, the unit shuts down output voltage and requires re-powering to recover. Reverse polarity protection is handled by internal fuse opening.
Can this unit handle startup surges above its continuous rating?
Yes. The ISI-501-224C has a 500W continuous power rating and supports surge power up to 1000W. It also specifies overload performance at 110% load for 60 seconds before protective shutdown.
Is the ISI-501-224C suitable for harsh or variable temperature environments?
It is rated for operation from -20°C to +40°C at 100% load, and up to 60°C at 50% load. The unit also uses a built-in cooling fan to support thermal management. Buyers should still evaluate enclosure and ventilation conditions in the final application.
What certifications and warranty does this model include?
The ISI-501-224C is listed as approved to IEC62368-1 CB and EAC TP TC 004, and it meets BS EN/EN62368-1. The datasheet does not state a warranty period, so confirm warranty terms at purchase. These details can matter for commercial buyers who need documented safety compliance.
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