The Go Power! 700 Watt Industrial Pure Sine Wave Inverter Powers TVs, Stereos and Computers From Your 12V Battery With UL 458 Certified Clean AC
The Go Power! 700 Watt Industrial Pure Sine Wave Inverter (GP-ISW700-12) converts 12 volt DC battery power into pure sine wave AC. It delivers 700 watts continuously, up to 810 watts for 1 minute and a 1,230 watt surge for 1 second. A dual GFCI outlet sits on the front panel, and a DIP switch sets the output to 100, 110, 115 or 120 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz.
Go Power designed it as a mid-range inverter for travel trailers, boats and fleet trucks. It suits TVs, stereos, computers and most medium-load electrical equipment. The housing measures 13.00 x 7.87 x 3.27 inches and weighs 5.73 pounds.
Go Power! 700 Watt Industrial Pure Sine Wave Inverter Features
Certified Pure Sine Wave Output
The GP-ISW700-12 produces a pure sine wave with total harmonic distortion under 5% at normal load. Go Power describes pure sine wave as the same clean power as a wall outlet. The inverter is certified to UL 458 (6th Edition) and FCC Class B, and maximum efficiency is 91%.
1,230 Watt Surge for Startup Loads
The inverter supplies a 1,230 watt surge for 1 second and handles 100% to 115% of its rating, up to 810 watts, for 1 minute. That headroom helps devices that pull extra power for a moment when they switch on.
Adjustable Power Saving Mode
With switch 4 on, the inverter turns itself on and off as it looks for a load, drawing under 0.1 A instead of up to 1.5 A at no load. A dial on the front sets how large a load wakes it up. Go Power notes a one-second delay before a load starts, which is fine for TVs and stereos but may not suit intermittent loads such as bread makers, power tools or blenders.
Three Function LEDs
Three LEDs on the front show input voltage level, output load level and fault conditions. The voltage LED glows green from 11.5 to 15.0 V, orange from 11.0 to 11.5 V or 15.0 to 15.5 V, and red below 11.0 V or above 15.5 V.
Remote Port and Fault Relay Terminal
An RJ-11 remote port on the back accepts Go Power's optional GP-SWR-A or GP-ISW-R remote. A 6-pin green terminal block adds a Form C dry contact relay that switches on a fault, so you can wire an audible alarm or an LED indicator. The same block has enable terminals for remote on and off, using 20 to 24 AWG wire.
Full Input and Output Protection
The inverter sounds a low-voltage alarm and shuts down at 10.5 V, then restarts at 12.5 V. It shuts down at 16.5 V and restarts at 14.5 V. An internal fuse protects against reverse polarity, the output shuts down within 1 second of a short circuit, and over and under temperature protection works from heat sink temperature at 80°C and -20°C.
Real-World Applications
Travel trailers and RVs. Run a TV and a laptop together from your 12V house battery bank.
Boats. Power electronics from the house bank, with the inverter mounted in a dry compartment.
Fleet trucks. Run computers and medium-load equipment from the truck's 12V system, and wire the fault relay to an alarm or indicator light.
Practical Comparison
GP-ISW700-12 Versus the GP-800HD Modified Sine Inverter
Go Power's GP-800HD is a modified sine inverter rated 800 watts with a 1,600 watt surge, and Go Power positions it for power tools, lights and blenders, not sensitive electronics. The GP-ISW700-12 gives up some wattage but delivers pure sine power for TVs, stereos and computers.
GP-ISW700-12 Versus the GP-ISW1500-12
The GP-ISW1500-12 steps up to 1,500 watts continuous with a 2,650 watt surge, and Go Power suggests it for a small microwave, a coffee maker and tools. If your loads stay within 700 watts, the GP-ISW700-12 handles them in a smaller, lighter package.
Buyer Guidance
Plan the Cable, Fuse and Disconnect
Go Power recommends #6 AWG copper cable and a 110 A Class T fuse for the GP-ISW700-12. Place the fuse as close to the positive battery terminal as possible, ideally within 18 inches, and keep the combined cable length to 10 feet or less. DC overcurrent protection is not included, and every install needs a battery disconnect. A circuit breaker can serve as both. Go Power lists the GP-DC-KIT2 install kit for this inverter. The inverter is 12V only, and reversed cables can damage it and void the warranty.
Mounting and Ventilation
Install it indoors or in a dry compartment, close to the batteries but not in the same compartment and never directly above them. Leave at least 4 inches of clearance around the vents, and mount it horizontally, never vertically. It is rated to operate from -4°F to 104°F (-20°C to 40°C).
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You run a 12V battery system in an RV, boat or truck
- Your AC loads stay at 700 watts or less
- You want UL 458 certified pure sine power
- You want a remote or a fault alarm output
Common Questions
What Can a 700 Watt Inverter Run?
Anything whose running watts stay under 700 and whose startup surge stays under 1,230 watts. Go Power mentions a TV and laptop together and small kitchen appliances. Its typical draw estimates put a 32 inch TV at 50 to 80 watts and a blender at 300 to 600 watts.
How Long Will a Battery Run It?
Go Power estimates the inverter draws about 65 A from a 12V battery at full load. By that estimate, a 100 Ah 12V lithium bank runs it at full output for roughly 89 minutes.
Can I Use It With Medical Equipment?
No. Go Power states that this inverter is not intended for use with life support equipment or other medical equipment or devices.
Which Remote Should I Choose?
Go Power lists two. The GP-SWR-A gives you on and off with a status LED. The GP-ISW-R adds bar graphs for battery voltage and output power plus fault indicators. Set the inverter's main switch to REMOTE before you use either.
What Warranty Does It Carry?
Go Power warrants it for 2 years against defects in materials and workmanship.
What's Included
- 1 x Go Power! GP-ISW700-12 Pure Sine Wave Inverter
- 2 x Ring Lugs
- 4 x Phillips Screws
- 2 x DC Terminal Covers
Mid-Range Pure Sine Power for 12V Systems
The Go Power! 700 Watt Industrial Pure Sine Wave Inverter gives your 12V system 700 watts of UL 458 certified pure sine power with a 1,230 watt surge, an adjustable power saving mode, a GFCI outlet and remote and relay connections. If you'd like help sizing cable, a fuse or a battery bank for it, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
Go Power! 700 Watt Industrial Pure Sine Wave Inverter Specifications
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| Model |
GP-ISW700-12 |
| Output |
| Continuous output power |
700 W (VA) ± 3% |
| Maximum output power (1 minute) |
700 - 810 VA (100% - 115%) |
| Surge power (1 second) |
1,230 W (VA) |
| Waveform |
Pure sine wave, THD < 5% at normal load |
| Output voltage |
100, 110, 115 or 120 VAC ± 5% (DIP switch) |
| Output frequency |
50 or 60 Hz ± 0.5% (DIP switch) |
| Maximum efficiency |
91% |
| DC Input |
| Nominal battery voltage |
12 VDC |
| Input voltage range |
10.5 - 16.5 VDC |
| No-load current |
1.5 A maximum |
| Power saving mode current |
< 0.1 A |
| Outlets and Connections |
| AC output |
Dual GFCI outlet (North America) |
| Remote port |
RJ-11 |
| Remote control terminal |
6-pin green terminal (inverter ON / OFF) |
| Dry contact |
Form C relay for fault indication |
| Remote terminal wire |
20 - 24 AWG |
| Main switch |
ON / OFF / REMOTE |
| Function switch |
4-position DIP (voltage, frequency, power saving) |
| Power saving adjustment |
Front dial for wake-up threshold |
| LED indicators |
3 (input voltage level, output load level, fault) |
| Input voltage LED |
Green 11.5 - 15.0 V; orange 11.0 - 11.5 V or 15.0 - 15.5 V; red below 11.0 V or above 15.5 V |
| DC connections |
DC input connector with terminal covers, chassis ground |
| Protection |
| Input protection |
Over / under voltage, reverse polarity (internal fuse) |
| AC output protection |
Short circuit, overload |
| Temperature protection |
Over / under temperature by heat sink (+80°C / -20°C) |
| Low battery alarm |
10.5 VDC ± 0.3 VDC |
| Low battery shutdown |
10.5 VDC ± 0.3 VDC |
| Low battery restart |
12.5 VDC ± 0.3 VDC |
| High voltage shutdown |
16.5 VDC ± 0.3 VDC |
| High voltage restart |
14.5 VDC ± 0.3 VDC |
| Over temperature shutdown / restart |
80°C / 60°C |
| Short circuit response |
Shuts down within 1 second |
| Installation |
| Recommended DC cable |
#6 AWG copper |
| Inline fuse |
110 A |
| Fuse type |
Class T |
| Fuse location |
Within 18 in (45 cm) of the battery |
| Combined DC cable length |
10 ft (3 m) maximum |
| Terminal torque |
9 - 10 ft-lb (11.7 - 13 Nm) |
| Vent clearance |
4 in minimum |
| Mounting |
Horizontal (base down, base up or wall), not vertical |
| Location |
Indoor or dry compartment |
| Physical |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
13.00 x 7.87 x 3.27 in (330 x 200 x 83 mm) |
| Weight |
5.73 lb (2.6 kg) |
| Cooling |
Temperature and load controlled fan |
| Operating temperature |
-4°F to 104°F (-20°C to 40°C) |
| Storage temperature |
-22°F to 158°F (-30°C to 70°C) |
| Humidity |
10 - 95% RH |
| MTBF |
100,000 hours |
| Certifications and Warranty |
| Safety |
Certified UL 458 (6th Edition) |
| EMC |
FCC Part 15, Class B |
| Warranty |
2 years |
Go Power! 700 Watt Industrial Pure Sine Wave Inverter Manuals and Documents
Go Power! GP-ISW700-12 Manual
Go Power! GP-ISW700-12 Spec Sheet