Eaton PV3000HF - 3000 W DC-AC PowerVerter Inverter
Overview
The Eaton PV3000HF is a DC-to-AC power inverter engineered to convert a 12 V vehicle or battery DC source into 120 VAC mains power for mobile and off-grid applications. It is deployed by fleet electrification engineers, field service technicians, and mobile power integrators who need to power standard AC equipment from automotive or battery bank systems. This unit addresses the need for portable mains power where grid utility is unavailable or unreliable.
Rated for 3000 W continuous output with a 6000 W peak surge, the PV3000HF supplies four standard 120 VAC outlets suitable for office, industrial, and general-purpose AC loads. It integrates essential protections × including low-voltage shutdown, overload protection, and remote control capability via the included LED/switch module × to safeguard both the inverter and DC source.
This inverter is typically installed in work trucks, service vehicles, utility vans, and field deployment kits. Its compact metal housing with mounting flanges allows secure placement on horizontal surfaces within vehicle compartments or equipment racks.
Control and monitoring is facilitated through a remote control LED/switch module with a 25 ft cable, enabling operators to place the interface where it is most accessible inside the vehicle. The PV3000HF supports daisy-chain remote expansion and includes a grounding lug for proper chassis or earth ground reference.
In a field deployment, this inverter can power multiple devices such as laptops, power tools, microwave ovens, or communication equipment directly from a DC battery bank while crews are remote. It is not designed for continuous residential UPS replacement or grid-tied home backup, and it does not include battery charging functionality or networked UPS features.
Avoid using the PV3000HF where pure sine wave output is required for sensitive electronics; its modified sine wave topology may not be suitable for all AC equipment. Ensure appropriate DC battery capacity and cabling are installed, as high current draw at full load demands robust 12 V infrastructure.
Key Features
- 3000 W continuous DC-to-AC inversion @ 120 VAC, 60 Hz
- 6000 W peak surge capacity for transient loads
- Four 120 V AC receptacles for multiple devices
- Remote control LED/switch module with 25 ft cable
- Protective low-voltage shutdown and overload safeguards
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Brand | Eaton |
| Part Number | PV3000HF |
| Product Type | DC-AC Power Inverter |
| DC Input Voltage | 12 V nominal (range 10.5 - 15 V) |
| Continuous Output Power | 3000 W |
| Peak Output Power | 6000 W |
| Output Voltage | 120 VAC |
| Output Frequency | 60 Hz ± 0.5 Hz |
| Output Waveform | Modified sine wave |
| Number of AC Outlets | 4 × 120 V receptacles |
| DC Input Connection | User-supplied heavy-gauge cable to bolt-down terminals |
| Control Interface | Remote LED/switch module with 25 ft (7.62 m) cable |
| Protection | Low-voltage shutdown; automatic overload protection |
| Cooling | Forced air (fan) |
| Mounting | Integrated flange mounts for horizontal surfaces |
| Grounding | Chassis/earth ground lug |
| Dimensions (approx.) | 342.9 mm × 266.7 mm × 101.6 mm |
| Weight | ~6 kg† |
| Operating Humidity | 0 %-95 % non-condensing |
| Compliance | ITE power supply standards |
