Tripp Lite PowerVerter APSINT3636VR User manual

Tripp Lite
1111 West 35th Street
Chicago, IL 60609 USA
Telephone: +[phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Model #: APSINT3636VR
PowerVerter® APS INT Series 3600W Inverter/Charger with Auto-Transfer Switching and Line Interactive
Voltage Regulation
Highlights
36V DC or 230V AC input; 230V, 50 Hz output (hardwired)
3600 watts continuous, 5400 watts OverPower and 7200 watts DoubleBoost
inverter output (see specifications)
3 stage, 30 amp selectable wet/dry cell battery charger
Auto Transfer Switching option for battery backup / UPS operation - includes
wired APSRM4 remote control switch
Automatic Voltage Regulation corrects brownouts and overvoltages without
using battery power
Description
Tripp Lite's APSINT3636VR 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 3600 watts of continuous 230V AC power from any 36V battery or
automotive DC source. When hardwire AC input is energized, commercial power passes through to connected equipment and the battery set is
recharged via 3 stage, 30 amp charging system. In UPS mode, the APS system responds to blackouts and severe 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 operation, plus efficient PWM sine wave AC output in inverter and UPS backup modes. Built-in Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) corrects
line power AC brownouts and overvoltages without using battery power during battery charging and UPS standby modes. Reliable large transformer
design, with frequency control powers resistive electronic loads or large inductive motors, compressors and other items with high current needs on
startup. Included APSRM4 wired remote power switch with full status LEDs provides remote power inverter on/off switching and continuous status
information (APSRM4 included). Supports an unlimited amount of runtime with any number of user-supplied batteries connected. Highly adaptable to
a variety of applications and site conditions with adjustable charger settings for wet/gel battery types and selectable line to battery power transfer
voltages.
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 20 millisecond transfer time. NOTE: For sump pump applications, Tripp Lite
recommends its "UT" Utility Truck Inverter/Chargers.
Package Includes
APSINT3636VR Inverter/Charger
Instruction manual with warranty information
Wired Remote Switch with full LED status indicators (model APSRM4)
Features
Supports 230V AC output from a 230V AC line power source or 12V DC battery source

20 millisecond automatic transfer between line and battery power supports UPS protection during blackouts and voltage fluctuations for
equipment compatible with a one cycle transfer time
Double Boost inverter output supports momentary startup loads up to 200% of the continuous rating for up to 10 seconds (see specification
chart)
OverPower inverter output supports longer duration overloads to 150% for 1-60 minutes under ideal battery and temperature conditions.
3 stage, 30 amp battery charger with adjustable settings for wet/gel battery types offers fast, reliable battery recharging
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
Set of 4 configuration dipswitches support wet/gel battery charging profiles, adjustable 259/264V high voltage auto transfer during
overvoltages and selectable 144/163/182/201V AC low voltage auto transfer during brownouts
Set of 4 additional configuration dip switches support 4 levels of charger limiting relative to output load size
Resettable 10A charger AC input breaker and resettable 15A AC output breaker and automatic 2 speed cooling fan protect the inverter from
load and temperature related failures
Automatic overload and thermal shutoff safely turns off inverter as excessive loads or overheating conditions develop
Front panel remote control connector enables remote off/on switching (requires APSRM4 switch accessory)
Specifications
OVERVIEW
Intended
Application
Emergency Home Power
OUTPUT
Frequency
compatibility
50 Hz
Output watts 3600
Continuous output
capacity (watts)
3600
Peak output
capacity (watts)
7200
Output nominal
voltage
230V
Output voltage
regulation
LINE POWER (AC): Maintains 230V nominal sine wave output from line power source. INVERTER POWER (AC):
Maintains PWM sine wave output voltage of 230 VAC (+/-5%).
Output frequency
regulation
50 Hz (+/- 0.3 Hz)
Overload
protection
Includes 12A input breaker dedicated to the charging system and 20A output breaker for AC output loads.
Outlet quantity /
type
Hardwire
INPUT
Recommended
Electrical Service
DC INPUT: Requires 36VDC input source capable of delivering 114A for the required duration (when used at full
continuous capacity - DC requirements increase during OverPower and DoubleBoost operation). For automotive
applications, professional hardwire installation with 300A minimum battery system fusing is recommended.
Maximum input
amps / watts
DC INPUT: Full continuous load - 114A at 36VDC. AC INPUT: 26 amps at 230VAC with full inverter and charger load
(10.4A max charger-only / combined input load to support charger and AC output is automatically controllable to
66%-33%-0% based on AC output loading using the charger limiting set points - see manual for setting instructions)
Input connection
type
DC INPUT: Set of DC bolt-down terminals. AC INPUT: Hardwire via built in junction box with cover plate
Voltage
compatibility (VAC)
230

Voltage
compatibility (VDC)
36
BATTERY
Expandable
battery runtime
Runtime is expandable with any number of user supplied wet or gel type batteries
DC system voltage
(VDC)
36
Battery Pack
Accessory
(optional)
98-121 sealed lead acid battery (optional)
Battery recharge
rate
30 amp
VOLTAGE REGULATION
Voltage regulation
description
Includes automatic voltage regulation to correct brownouts and over-voltages back to usable levels
Overvoltage
correction
Over-voltages are automatically reduced by 10%
Brownout
correction
Brownouts are automatically boosted by 10%
LEDS ALARMS & SWITCHES
Switches 3 position on/off/remote switch enables simple on/off power control plus "auto/remote" setting that enables distant on/off
control of the inverter system when used in conjunction with optional APSRM4 accessory when used in inverter mode.
In AC uninterruptible power mode, "auto/remote" setting enables automatic transfer from line power to battery power -
to maintain continuous AC power to connected loads.
Front panel LEDs Set of 6 LEDs offer continuous status information on load percentage (6 levels reported) and battery charge level (7
levels reported). See manual for sequences.
PHYSICAL
Shipping weight
(lbs)
63
Shipping weight
(kg)
28.6
Cooling method Multi-speed fan
Unit Dimensions
(HWD/in)
7 x 8.5 x 14
Unit Dimensions
(HWD/cm)
17.78 x 21.59 x 35.56
Shipping
Dimensions
(HWD/in)
13.25 x 15 x 21.13
Shipping
Dimensions
(HWD/cm)
33.66 x 38.1 x 53.67
Unit weight (lbs) 58
Unit weight (kg) 26.3
Material of
construction
Polycarbonate
Style Heavy-duty with built-in battery charger

Form factors
supported
Mounting slots enable permanent placement of inverter on any horizontal surface (see manual for additional mounting
information)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Relative Humidity 0-95% non-condensing
LINE / BATTERY TRANSFER
Transfer time from
line power to
battery mode
20 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 144V (user adjustable to 163,
182V - see manual)
High voltage
transfer to battery
power
In AC "auto" mode, inverter/charger switches to battery mode as line voltage increases to 259V (user adjustable to 264
- see manual)
SPECIAL FEATURES
Appearance Black color
Load Sensing Optional load sense function enables automatic inverter shutoff and startup as connected equipment is powered off
and on. Front panel load sense potentiometer can be set to shutoff or turn on inverter power in response to loads of any
level, up to 150 watts.
Remote control
capability
Yes
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
Product Type Related Model Description Qty.
External Battery Housings BP-260 Ideal battery housing for use with Tripp Lite PowerVerter APS
inverter/charger systems with a 12 or 24V DC system voltage.
1
Inverter Accessories APSRM4 Remote Control Module - for Tripp Lite Inverters and Inverter/Chargers 1
Replacement Batteries 98-121 12V DC Sealed, Maintenance-Free Battery 1
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