The AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Inverter Kit Delivers 3000 Watts of Clean AC Power With Outlets, a Hardwire Terminal Block and Matched Install Parts
The AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Inverter Kit brings together the PWRI300012120S pure sine inverter, an ANL fuse kit with jumper, a set of 11 foot 1/0 AWG cables and an on/off remote switch. The inverter converts 12V DC battery power into 120V AC at 60 Hz, with 3000 watts of continuous power, 6000 watts of surge and up to 25 AC amps.
It's built for high demand mobile, off-grid and backup systems where you need to run larger appliances, tools and several devices at once. AIMS lists it for work trucks, RVs, vans, buses and battery backup systems, and the inverter manual adds boats. The cables are precision cut and professionally crimped, so the main DC parts arrive ready to install.
AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Inverter Kit Features
3000 Watts Continuous With a 6000 Watt Surge
The inverter delivers 3000 watts continuously and surges to 6000 watts for 40 milliseconds. Soft start technology raises the AC voltage gradually, and AIMS recommends switching the appliance on before the inverter, especially for motors and inductive loads.
Pure Sine Output With Low Distortion
Total harmonic distortion is under 3%. AIMS says the pure sine waveform has the same quality as utility power, suits most devices, appliances and tools, and reduces the noise produced while appliances run.
Dual Outlets Plus a Hardwire Terminal Block
Plug devices into the two AC outlets, or use the AC terminal block, which AIMS calls A/C Direct Connect, to hardwire the inverter's output. The front panel also has a USB port, a power switch, LED fault indicators, a ground terminal and the remote port.
Cables and Fuse Kit Matched to the Inverter
The inverter's spec sheet recommends a 300 amp inline DC fuse and 1/0 AWG or larger DC cable. The kit includes the ANL300KITJ fuse kit with jumper and the CBL11FT1/0 set of 11 foot 1/0 AWG cables, so the fuse and cable sizing is already worked out.
On/Off Remote Included
The REMOTEHF on/off remote connects to the inverter's remote port, so you can switch the inverter on and off from the remote as well as from the push button on the unit.
Protection and Marine Coating
A buzzer warns you when input drops below 9.8V, and the inverter shuts down below 9.5V, above 16V, on overload and above 149°F. The AC output shuts off on a short circuit and resets once the problem is solved. The inverter is conformal coated to protect against moisture and corrosion, uses a thermally controlled cooling fan and is ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA 22.2 No 107.1.
Real-World Applications
Work trucks. Run larger tools and several electronics at once from the truck's 12V battery bank.
RVs, vans and buses. Power larger appliances on the road, and hardwire the output through the terminal block when a plug-in outlet won't do.
Boats. The manual lists boats among mobile uses. Connect the inverter's ground terminal to the boat's ground system and keep water away from the unit.
Off-grid and backup systems. Feed appliances and electronics from a 12V battery bank in a full system setup or during a utility outage.
Practical Comparison
Complete Kit Versus Buying the Inverter Alone
The PWRI300012120S inverter does not include cables on its own. This kit adds 11 foot 1/0 AWG cables, an ANL fuse kit with jumper and the REMOTEHF remote, matched to the inverter's 300 amp fuse and 1/0 AWG cable recommendations.
Pure Sine Inverter Versus a Modified Sine Inverter
AIMS says a pure sine inverter provides more capabilities than a modified sine inverter because its power is cleaner. AIMS describes its pure sine line as ideal for sensitive equipment, which makes pure sine the type to choose for sensitive electronics.
Buyer Guidance
Size Your Battery for the Load
AIMS's manual divides watts by battery voltage and adds about 10% for the inverter's own use. For example, a 1000W load on a 12V battery draws about 83.3 amps, or about 91.6 amps with the extra 10%. Use the same method for your own loads, and plan for start-up demand of 3 to 5 times an appliance's running watts. AIMS also notes that deep cycle batteries last longer when only depleted to 50% of capacity.
Plan the Install
Use the inverter only with a negative ground electrical system. Mount it right side up on a stable surface with all four mounting screws, allow 12 inches of space around it for airflow and keep water away from it. AIMS lists an ambient range of 32 to 104°F, with 50 to 77°F preferred. Connect the ground terminal to the vehicle chassis, the boat's ground system or earth. If you connect the inverter to a breaker panel, AIMS says not to neutral ground bond the panel.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You have a 12V negative ground battery bank
- Your loads stay within 3000 watts and 25 AC amps
- You want outlets plus a hardwire terminal block
- You want the fuse, cables and remote in one kit
Common Questions
What Happens When the Battery Runs Low?
The buzzer sounds intermittently below 9.8V. Below 9.5V the inverter shuts down, the green light goes off and the red light comes on. Recharge the battery before you use it again.
How Much Current Does It Draw With No Load?
The manual lists 1 DC amp with the switch on. AIMS's spec tab lists 0.9 amps, or 1.37 amps with the fan running. When the inverter is switched off, AIMS says it doesn't draw battery current.
How Big and Heavy Is the Inverter?
The inverter measures 21 1/4 x 9 7/8 x 3.8 inches and weighs 16 lb. Its mounting holes are 12 5/8 inches apart, center to center, on the length side.
What Warranty Does It Have?
The inverter manual gives a full 2 year warranty from the date of purchase.
What's Included
- 1 x 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Power Inverter (PWRI300012120S)
- 1 x ANL Fuse Kit With Jumper (ANL300KITJ)
- 1 x 11 Foot 1/0 AWG Inverter Cable Set (CBL11FT1/0)
- 1 x On/Off Remote Switch (REMOTEHF)
High Capacity AC Power From Your 12V Bank
The AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Inverter Kit gives you a 3000 watt pure sine inverter with outlets and a hardwire terminal block, plus an ANL fuse kit, 11 foot 1/0 AWG cables and an on/off remote matched to the inverter. If you'd like help sizing your battery bank or planning a hardwired install, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Inverter Kit With Fuse, Cables and Remote Specifications
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| Kit Contents |
| Inverter |
PWRI300012120S 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Power Inverter |
| Fuse Kit |
ANL300KITJ ANL fuse kit with jumper |
| Cable Set |
CBL11FT1/0, 11 ft 1/0 AWG |
| Remote |
REMOTEHF on/off remote switch |
| Kit Weight |
22 lbs |
| Inverter |
| Continuous Output Power |
3000W |
| Surge Power |
6000W for 40 milliseconds |
| DC Input Voltage |
12V (9.8-16V) |
| Output Voltage |
120 volts AC |
| Output Frequency |
60 Hz |
| Output Waveform |
Pure sine wave |
| THD |
Less than 3% |
| AC Output Current |
25 A |
| Efficiency |
Over 90% |
| No Load Current |
1 DC A, switch on (spec tab 0.9 A, 1.37 A with fan running) |
| AC Outlets |
Dual AC outlets |
| Hardwire Output |
AC terminal block (A/C Direct Connect) |
| USB Output |
5 VDC |
| Remote Switch Port |
Yes, for REMOTEHF |
| Cooling |
Thermally controlled fan, starts at about 104°F case temperature |
| Marine Protection |
Conformal coated to protect against moisture and corrosion |
| Protection |
| Battery Low Alarm |
DC 9.8 +/- 0.3V |
| Battery Low Shutdown |
DC 9.5 +/- 0.5V |
| Input Over Voltage Shutdown |
16 +/- 0.5 VDC |
| Over Temperature Protection |
149°F +/- 8°F |
| Overload Protection |
Shuts down above rated power |
| Short Circuit Protection |
AC output, automatic reset |
| Electrical System |
Negative ground only |
| Cables |
| Cable Gauge |
1/0 AWG |
| Cable Length |
11 ft |
| Ends |
Precision cut and professionally crimped |
| Installation and Physical |
| Inline DC Fuse |
300 amp recommended |
| Recommended DC Cable Size |
1/0 AWG or larger |
| Operating Temperature |
32-113°F +/- 8°F (automatic recovery/shutdown) |
| Recommended Ambient Temperature |
32-104°F, preferred 50-77°F |
| Clearance |
12 in around the inverter |
| Mounting Hole Location |
12 5/8 in center to center on length side |
| Inverter Dimensions (L x W x H) |
21 1/4 x 9 7/8 x 3.8 in |
| Inverter Weight |
16 lb |
| Certifications and Warranty |
| Certification |
ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA 22.2 No 107.1 |
| Warranty |
2 years |
AIMS Power 3000 Watt 12 Volt Pure Sine Inverter Kit With Fuse, Cables and Remote Manual