Samlex 1000W 12V Modified Sine Wave Inverter

The Samlex SAM Series 1000W is a modified sine wave 12V inverter with a 2000W surge rating and two AC outlets.

Soft-start technology is worth understanding on a modified sine wave inverter, because it changes what will run. Rather than applying full voltage instantly, the output ramps up. That lets motors and transformers start without the inrush spike an abrupt start produces, so loads run that would otherwise trip the inverter.

The 2000W surge against 1000W continuous gives the same two-to-one headroom as the larger SAM models. Two AC outlets and a load-controlled cooling fan that runs only when needed keep the unit compact and quiet under light load.

Modified sine wave suits tools, appliances, mobile work equipment and backup power rather than sensitive electronics. A universal protection circuit guards against thermal overload, low or high battery conditions, output overload, short circuits and earth faults, with a low-battery alarm before shutdown and an optional SAM-RC remote. Explore more power inverters.

• Soft start ramps output rather than applying it instantly
• Motors start that would otherwise trip the inverter
• 2000W surge against 1000W continuous
• Modified sine: tools and appliances, not electronics