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The AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Low Frequency Pure Sine Power Inverter produces 3000W of continuous 120VAC pure sine power with a true neutral from a 12V battery bank. Its transformer-based low frequency design holds a 9000W surge for up to 20 seconds, and AIMS lists it as capable of running a 3.0HP electric motor. It is ETL listed to UL 458.
AIMS positions this model for RVs, off-grid use and backup power, where one inverter may run appliances, power tools and electronics from the same battery bank. You can hardwire it to a sub-panel through its AC terminal block for full output, plug into its GFCI duplex receptacle for quick loads, or use both.
The inverter delivers 300% of its rating for up to 20 seconds, so motors, compressors and tools with high startup demand can get going. It carries 110% to 125% load for 15 minutes and 125% to 150% for 1 minute, beeping before it shuts down.
AIMS includes a GFCI duplex receptacle for plug-in loads and a hardwire terminal block (ground, L and N) to reach the inverter's full output capacity. Each output has its own breaker, a terminal output circuit breaker and a GFCI output circuit breaker. The terminal accepts 8 to 20 AWG wire, and AIMS recommends 10 to 8 AWG.
Digital Signal Processing keeps the 120VAC output within ±10% RMS while battery voltage moves. THD is typically under 3% and no more than 10% under full linear load, and AIMS lists nominal efficiency up to 88% with a 92% peak.
With the switch on Power Saver Auto, the inverter idles at less than 2.5W and checks for a load every 3 or 30 seconds, set by DIP switch. A resistive load over 50W wakes it to full output, and it returns to search mode when the load goes away.
The fan runs off, at 50% or at 100% depending on heat sink temperature and load, and stays under 60 dB at 1 meter. If the heat sink reaches 221°F (105°C), the inverter shuts down its output after 30 seconds.
AIMS conformal coats the circuit boards in every PILF inverter to resist water, rust, dust and corrosion, including salty air. The unit still isn't splash proof, so mount it in a dry spot.
RVs. Feed 120V circuits from the house battery bank. AIMS notes RV installations need GFCI protection on certain branch circuits, since the terminal output isn't ground fault protected.
Off-grid cabins and homes. Run a sub-panel of lights, appliances and electronics from a 12V battery system.
Backup power. Keep a dedicated set of essential circuits running from batteries, wired separately from utility power.
Heavy tools and motors. Start large motors, compressors and pumps that need a strong push at startup.
The PILF's transformer gives it a 300% surge for 20 seconds, which AIMS says suits power equipment and inductive loads. That build weighs 57.3 lbs. A high frequency inverter is usually lighter and can suit loads with little startup surge.
An inverter charger can take shore or generator power, charge your batteries and switch over automatically. This model has no AC input, charger or transfer switch, so it fits systems where solar, an alternator or a separate charger handles charging.
This model's output is 120V single phase. If you need 240V for motors and pumps that require it, you'd need a split phase inverter instead.
AIMS's manual says the load should be 50% or less for anything running more than an hour, to prolong the inverter's life. On this model that's 1500W, with the rest of the rating and the surge left for startups. AIMS adds that battery capacity, cable size and fuse size all decide whether the inverter can deliver the power you need.
AIMS rates the DC input at 12Vdc and 300Adc. Its chart suggests at least 1/0 AWG cable with a 300A fuse for runs up to 5 feet and from 5 to 10 feet. Keep the battery within 10 feet, connect with the inverter and loads off, and ground the chassis with 8 AWG or larger copper wire.
No. It has no AC input, and AIMS says the AC output must never be connected to utility power or a generator, since feeding power back into the inverter will damage it.
Some computers and other electronics don't draw power until full line voltage is present, and small fluorescent lights may not register either. For those loads, AIMS recommends the Power On setting or a small companion load.
Yes. DIP switch 4 sets the output to 50Hz or 60Hz.
At a heat sink temperature of 221°F (105°C), the inverter mode LED blinks yellow and the buzzer beeps, then the output shuts down after 30 seconds. Let it cool, clear the vents and reduce the load or the room temperature.
The AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Low Frequency Pure Sine Power Inverter brings a 9000W surge, hardwire and GFCI outputs, DSP voltage control and coated electronics to your 12V battery system. If you'd like help planning the battery bank, cables or AC wiring, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Low Frequency Pure Sine Power Inverter Specifications |
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| Output | |
| Model | PILF30W12V120V |
| Continuous Power | 3000W |
| Continuous Output Current | 25A |
| Surge Output Current | 75A |
| Surge Rating | 9000W for 20 seconds (300%) |
| Capable of Electric Motor | 3.0HP |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Nominal Output Voltage | 120Vac single phase |
| Output Voltage Regulation | ±10% RMS |
| Output Frequency | 50/60Hz ± 0.3Hz (DIP switch selectable) |
| THD | Typically <3%, max 10% under full linear load |
| Nominal Efficiency | Up to 88% |
| Peak Efficiency | 92% |
| Power Factor | 0.9-1.0 |
| AC Outlets | 1 GFCI duplex receptacle (2 outlets) |
| GFCI Rating | 120VAC, 60Hz, 20A |
| Hardwire Terminal | Yes, AC terminal block (ground, L, N) |
| AC Terminal Wire Range | 8 to 20 AWG (10 to 8 AWG recommended) |
| AC Terminal Ground Fault Protection | No |
| Output Breakers | Terminal output circuit breaker and GFCI output circuit breaker |
| DC Input | |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 12.0Vdc |
| DC Input Rating | 12Vdc / 300Adc |
| Minimum Start Voltage | 10.0Vdc |
| Low Battery Alarm | 10.5Vdc / 11.0Vdc / 11.5Vdc / 12.5Vdc (DIP switch) |
| Low Battery Trip | 10.0Vdc / 10.5Vdc / 11.0Vdc / 12.0Vdc (DIP switch) |
| Low Battery Voltage Recover | ≥13.0Vdc |
| High Voltage Alarm and Fault | ≥16.0Vdc |
| High DC Input Recovery | ≤15.5Vdc |
| Idle Consumption, Search Mode | <2.5W in Power Saver On mode |
| Power Saver Wake-Up Load | Over 50W resistive |
| Power Saver Search Pulse | Every 3s or 30s (DIP switch) |
| Suggested DC Cable, Up to 5 ft | 1/0 AWG with 300A fuse |
| Suggested DC Cable, 5 to 10 ft | 1/0 AWG with 300A fuse |
| Inverter to Battery Distance | Under 10 ft (larger cable beyond 10 ft) |
| DC Terminal Torque | 12.5-20.5 Nm (9.25-15.19 lb-ft), 17 Nm (12.6 lb-ft) suggested |
| Reverse Polarity Protection | No |
| Protection | |
| Short Circuit Protection | Yes, current limit function (fault after 1 sec) |
| Overload 110% to 125% | Shuts down after 15 minutes |
| Overload 125% to 150% | Shuts down after 1 minute |
| Overload 150% to 300% | Shuts down after 20 seconds |
| Over Temperature | Heat sink ≥221°F (105°C), shuts down after 30 seconds |
| Other Protections | Low and high battery voltage alarm, fan lock |
| Conformal Coating | Yes, on circuit boards |
| Controls and Monitoring | |
| Power Switch | Power On / Power Off / Power Saver Auto |
| Display | Tri-color LEDs (inverter mode, battery level, load level) |
| Remote Control | Optional REMOTELF wired LCD remote (LCD RMT port) |
| Remote Cable Length | 60 ft (18 m) max |
| LCD Remote Display | Battery voltage, output voltage, output frequency, output load, fault code, battery capacity |
| Bluetooth | Optional BT-AIMS-PRO dongle |
| DIP Switches | 4 (low battery set points, power saver search, 50/60Hz) |
| Cooling Fan | 3-step intelligent fan |
| Fan Noise | <60 dB at 1 m |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 18.9 x 13.5 x 7.2 in (480 x 344 x 184 mm) |
| Weight | 57.3 lbs (26 kg) |
| Shipping Dimensions (L x W x H) | 23.2 x 17.5 x 10.6 in (590 x 445 x 270 mm) |
| Shipping Weight | 62.6 lbs (28.4 kg) |
| Mounting | Wall mounted or flat placement, any orientation except upside down |
| Mounting Bolts | Four 1/4-20 steel bolts with flat and lock washers and nuts |
| Clearance | 12 in around the inverter |
| Minimum Air Flow | 145 CFM |
| Case Surface Temperature | Up to 176°F (80°C) in operation |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 40°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
| Relative Humidity | 0% to 95%, non-condensing |
| Chassis Ground Wire | 8 AWG or larger copper |
| Certification | |
| Safety Listing | ETL listed to UL 458 |
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