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Mean Well TN-3000-212C True Sine Wave 40W 230V 15A - DC-AC Power Inverter

by-pass functionhigh surge power up to 200%conformal coating

SKU TN-3000-212C

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Overview

TN-3000-212C is the model of this series: typical efficiency 89%.

Features

True sine wave output (THD<3%)
High surge power up to 6000W
U.P.S. mode and energy saving mode (selectable)
High efficiency up to 92%
Power ON-OFF switch
Standby saving mode can be selectable
Front panel indicator for operation status
Thermostatically controlled cooling fan
Protections: Bat. low alarm / Bat. low shutdown / Over voltage / Over temp. / Output short / Input polarity reverse / Overload / AC circuit breaker
Built-in solar / AC charger
Support RS-232 communication (communication cable RJ11-RS232 included) Note.7
3 years warranty

Specifications

TN-3000-212CSpecifications from the official datasheet (2026-10-06 edition)

OUTPUT

RATED POWER (Typ.): 3000W
MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER (Typ.): 3450W for 180 sec. / 4500W for 10 sec. / surge power 6000W for 30 cycles
AC VOLTAGE: Factory setting set at 230VAC 200 / 220 / 230 / 240VAC selectable by setting button S.W
FREQUENCY^Note.11: 50±0.1Hz 50/60Hz selectable by setting button S.W
WAVEFORM^Note.8: True sine wave (THD<3%)
AC REGULATION (Typ.): ±3%
TRANSFER TIME (Typ.): 10ms inverter → by pass
SAVING MODE (Typ.): Default disabled. Load≦5W will be changed to standby mode
FRONT PANEL INDICATOR: Battery voltage level, output load level, saving mode, fault and operation status

INPUT

BAT. VOLTAGE: 12V
VOLTAGE RANGE (Typ.)^Note.3,6: 10.5 ~ 15VDC
DC CURRENT (Typ.)^Note.4: 300A
NO LOAD DISSIPATION (Typ.): ≦10W @ standby saving mode
OFF MODE CURRENT DRAW (Typ.): ≦1mA
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)^Note.1: 89%
BATTERY TYPES: Open & sealed lead acid battery

BATTERY INPUT PROTECTION

FUSE: 40A*12
BAT. LOW ALARM^Note.6: 11.3V
BAT. LOW SHUTDOWN^Note.6: 10.5V
REVERSE POLARITY: By internal fuse open

OUTPUT PROTECTION

OVER TEMPERATURE: 80℃± 5℃ 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
CIRCUIT BREAKER: AC output: 20A, AC receptacle: 15A
GFCI PROCTECTION: None

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.^Note.2: 0 ~ +40℃ @ 100% load ; 60℃ @ 50% load
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: IEC62368-1 CB, EAC TP TC 004 approved; Design refer to BS EN/EN62368-1
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE: Bat I/P - AC I/P:3.0KVAC 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 A, 72/ 245/ CEE, 95/ 54/ CE, E-Mark, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY: Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN55035, EAC TP TC 020

AC CHARGER

CHARGE CURRENT (Typ.): 25A
CHARGE VOLTAGE^Note.6: 14.3V

SOLAR PANEL

MAX OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE: 25V
SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT (max.): 30A

OTHERS

CONTROL WIRING^Note.7: RJ11 -RS232
MTBF: 186.9K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 26.7K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: 466.8*283.5*100mm (L*W*H)
PACKING: 12.9Kg; 1pcs/14Kg/1.49CUFT

Test conditions and notes11

1.Efficiency is tested by 2100W, linear load at 13V, 26V, 52V input voltage.
2.Output derating capacity referenced by curve 1.
3.Input derating capacity referenced by curve 2.
4.DC current is tested by 3000W, linear load at 12V, 24V, 48V input voltage.
5.All parameters not specified above are measured at rated load, 25℃ of ambient temperature and set to factory setting.
6.The tolerance of each voltage value by models is:112/212→±0.5V;124/224→±1V;148/248→±2V.
7.The cable is enclosed for the connection between TN-3000 and computer for software monitoring.
8.THD is tested by 3000W, linear load at 13,26,52V input voltage.
9.Please do not turn on the inverter before start the engine if inverter connect to vehicle's battery directly.
10.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).
11.Type F for 60Hz only.

Technical drawings

TN-3000-212C Instructions for TN-3000 monitoring — Instructions for TN-3000 monitoring

TN-3000-212C T N - 3 0 0 0 series — T N - 3 0 0 0 series

TN-3000-212C 2. Read: Read current settings of the unit. — 2. Read: Read current settings of the unit.

TN-3000-212C AC Output Socket (optional) — AC Output Socket (optional)

TN-3000-212C Mechanical Specification — Mechanical Specification

Typical applications

Home appliance, power tools, office and portable equipment, vehicle and yacht ...etc.

Downloads

Certificates3

UL Certificate (TN-3000)(EN) PDF Download

EMC Certificate (TN-3000)(EN) PDF Download

FCC Certificate (TN-3000)(EN) PDF Download

Test reports1

Test Report(TN-3000-212)(EN) PDF Download

Catalogues2

Mean Well Catalog (Industrial) PDF Download

Mean Well Inverter Catalog PDF Download

FAQ

What is the Mean Well TN-3000-212C designed for?

The TN-3000-212C is a DC-AC power inverter for applications that need a 230V AC true sine wave output from a DC power source. It is aimed at higher-power use cases where output quality, surge capability, and monitoring features matter.

What output power does the TN-3000-212C provide?

This model is rated at 3000W continuous output power. It also supports high surge power up to 6000W, which helps with loads that draw a larger startup demand than their normal running load.

Does this inverter produce a true sine wave output?

Yes. The TN-3000-212C provides a true sine wave output with THD below 3%, which makes it suitable for applications that need cleaner AC power than a modified sine wave inverter can provide.

What output voltage does this model provide?

The TN-3000-212C is a 230V AC output model. That makes it the correct variant to consider when your equipment is designed for 230V AC operation rather than lower-voltage AC output versions.

What protection and operating features are included in the TN-3000-212C?

This inverter includes short circuit, overload, and over temperature protection. It also features a front panel status indicator, a power ON-OFF switch, a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, selectable standby saving mode, and computer-based monitoring software support.

Can the TN-3000-212C be used in demanding environments?

It is specified for operation from 0°C to 40°C, so it is intended for controlled operating conditions within that temperature range. Buyers should also account for its 12.9 kg weight when planning placement in equipment or vehicle-based systems.

Does this model include charging functionality?

Yes. The TN-3000-212C includes a built-in solar charger and AC charger, which is a differentiating feature versus inverter-only models. That can make it a better fit for systems that need charging capability integrated into the same unit.

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