Tripp Lite PowerVerter APS700HF User manual

Tripp Lite
1111 West 35th Street
Chicago, IL 60609 USA
Telephone: +[phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Model #: APS700HF
PowerVerter® APS 700W Ultra-Compact Inverter/Charger with Auto-Transfer Switching and 1 AC Outlet
Highlights
12V DC or 120V AC input; 120V AC output; 1 outlet
700 watts continuous, 1050 watts OverPower and 1400 watts DoubleBoost
inverter output
6 amp rated, 3-stage, built-in battery charger
Auto Transfer Switching option for battery backup / UPS operation - with
ISOBAR AC surge suppression
Ultra-compact, lightweight aluminum housing weighs only 4 lbs. / 1.8 kg
Description
Tripp Lite's APS700HF Ultra-Compact DC-to-AC inverter with automatic line-to-battery transfer and integrated charging system serves as an
extended run UPS, a standalone power source or an automotive inverter. Supplies up to 700 watts of continuous 120V AC power to 1 AC outlet from
any 12V battery or automotive DC source. OverPower inverter output feature provides up to 120% of the continuous output for up to 5 seconds, and
DoubleBoost inverter output feature delivers up to 200% of the continuous output for up to 2 seconds, providing the extra power needed to cold start
heavy-duty tools and motorized equipment. When AC cable is connected to a live wall socket, commercial power passes through to connected
equipment and the battery set is recharged via 3-stage, 6-amp charging system. In UPS mode, the APS system responds to blackouts and voltage
fluctuations with a near instantaneous automatic transfer to battery-derived AC output. Includes a set of high current DC input terminals for simple
installation (user supplies batteries and cabling - see owner's manual for recommendations). Passes sine wave utility or generator power during
battery charging and UPS line power mode, plus efficient PWM sine wave AC output in inverter and UPS backup modes. Supports an unlimited
amount of runtime with any number of user-supplied batteries connected.
Applications
Versatile inverter/charger system with auto-transfer switching serves as an automotive inverter for RVs, over-the-road trucking, conversion
vans and fleet service vehicles; a standalone alternative power source for off-grid, alternative energy or export applications and as an
uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for items compatible with a 16.6 millisecond transfer time. NOTE: For sump pump applications, Tripp
Lite recommends its "UT" Utility Truck Inverter/Chargers.
Package Includes
APS700HF Ultra-Compact Inverter/Charger
Instruction manual with warranty information
Features
APS700HF serves as an automotive or stationary DC-to-AC inverter with automatic line-to-battery transfer and integrated battery charger
Supports 120V AC output from a 120V AC line power source or 12V DC battery source
16.6 millisecond automatic transfer switching between line and battery power supports UPS protection during blackouts and voltage
fluctuations for equipment compatible with a one cycle transfer time
700 watts continuous AC output in inverter mode, 840 watts continuous AC output in AC mode
Double Boost inverter output supports momentary startup loads up to 200% of the continuous rating for durations up to 10 seconds
OverPower inverter output supports longer duration overloads to 150% for up to 15 seconds in duration under ideal battery and temperature

OverPower inverter output supports longer duration overloads to 150% for up to 15 seconds in duration under ideal battery and temperature
conditions. (For best results, utilize OverPower usage for as short of a duration as possible, ensure battery bank and cabling is able to
provide full nominal DC voltage under load and allow inverter/charger to fully cool before and after OverPower usage.)
3 stage, 6 amp battery charger with adjustable settings for wet/gel battery types offers fast, reliable battery recharging
Protected hardwire bolt-down input lugs safely accept heavy gauge input wiring from attached battery bank
NEMA 5-15R output receptacle passes 120V line power or inverter output through to connected equipment
Ultra-compact, lightweight aluminum housing with secure mounting flanges weighs only 4 lbs./1.8 kg
Moisture-resistant construction enables vehicular or marine operation in high humidity environments
3 position operating mode switch supports "AUTO" mode to enable automatic transfer between DC and AC modes, CHARGE-ONLY to
maintain a full battery charge when AC is present without auto transfer and SYSTEM OFF settings.
Set of six front panel LEDs display AC/DC operational modes, overload status, DC voltage level, shutdown status and system fault status
Adjustable brownout response enables user configuration of automatic transfer to battery mode from 85 to 105V AC
Resettable 7A output circuit breaker and cooling fan protect the inverter from load and temperature related failures
Grounding lug properly connects the inverter/charger system to earth ground or vehicle grounding system
Automatic overload and thermal shutoff safely turns off inverter as excessive loads or overheating conditions develop
Specifications
OVERVIEW
Intended Application Emergency Home Power & Portable Power
OUTPUT
Frequency
compatibility
60 Hz
Output watts 700
Continuous output
capacity (watts)
700
Peak output capacity
(watts)
1400
Output nominal
voltage
120V
Output voltage
regulation
LINE POWER (AC): Maintains 120V nominal sine wave output from line power source. INVERTER POWER (AC):
Maintains PWM sine wave output voltage of 120 V AC (+/-5%).
Output frequency
regulation
60 Hz (+/- 0.3 Hz)
Overload protection Includes 7A output breaker for AC output loads
Outlet quantity / type 1 NEMA 5-15R
INPUT
Nominal Input
Voltage(s) Supported
120V AC
Recommended
Electrical Service
DC INPUT: Requires 12V DC input source capable of delivering 72A for the required duration (when used at full
continuous capacity - DC requirements increase during Over-Power and Double-Boost operation). AC INPUT: 15A
120V AC recommended
Maximum input
amps / watts
DC INPUT: Full continuous load - 72A at 12V DC. AC INPUT: 8.4 amps at 120VAC with full inverter and charger load
(1.4A max charger-only)
Input connection type DC INPUT: Set of 2 DC bolt-down terminals. AC INPUT: NEMA 5-15P input plug
Voltage compatibility
(VAC)
120
Voltage compatibility
(VDC)
12
BATTERY

Expandable battery
runtime
Runtime is expandable with any number of user supplied wet, gel or SLA type batteries
DC system voltage
(VDC)
12
Battery charge 6A max, steps down to float level to maintain
LEDS ALARMS & SWITCHES
Switches 3 position DC off, auto (inverter or AC) and charge-only switch enables simple operation
Front panel LEDs 6 diagnostic LEDs indicate battery voltage level (high, medium & low) and operation (line, inverter, load)
SURGE / NOISE SUPPRESSION
AC suppression
joule rating
300
PHYSICAL
Shipping
Dimensions (HWD/in)
8.5 x 14.5 x 8.5
Shipping
Dimensions
(HWD/cm)
21.59 x 36.83 x 21.59
Shipping weight (lbs) 5.5
Shipping weight (kg) 2.5
Unit weight (lbs) 4
Unit weight (kg) 1.8
Cooling method Multi-speed fan
Material of
construction
Extruded aluminum
Style Heavy-duty with built-in battery charger
Form factors
supported
Integrated mounting feet for easy installation
ENVIRONMENTAL
Relative Humidity 0-95% non-condensing
LINE / BATTERY TRANSFER
Transfer time from
line power to battery
mode
16.6 milliseconds (typical - compatible with many computers, servers and networking equipment - verify transfer time
compatibility of loads for UPS applications)
Low voltage transfer
to battery power
In AC "auto" mode, inverter/charger switches to battery mode as line voltage drops to 85V (user adjustable to 85, 95V
- see manual)
High voltage transfer
to battery power
In AC "auto" mode, inverter/charger switches to battery mode as line voltage increases to 139V
SPECIAL FEATURES
Remote control
capability
No
WARRANTY
Product Warranty
Period (U.S. &
Canada)
1-year limited warranty

Product Warranty
Period (International)
2-year limited warranty
Product Warranty
Period (Mexico)
2-year limited warranty
Product Warranty
Period (Puerto Rico)
1-year limited warranty
Related Items
Optional Products
Related Model Description Qty.
BP-260 Ideal battery housing for use with Tripp Lite PowerVerter APS inverter/charger systems
with a 12 or 24V DC system voltage.
1
98-121 12V DC Sealed, Maintenance-Free Battery 1
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