{"product_id":"victron-phoenix-inverter-12-500-120v-ve-direct-nema-5-15r","title":"Victron Phoenix Inverter 12\/500 120V VE.Direct NEMA 5-15R — 500VA Pure Sine, Compact 12V Inverter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Victron Phoenix Inverter 12\/500 120V VE.Direct NEMA 5-15R is the right-sized step up from the 250VA\u003c\/strong\u003e — 500VA output (400W continuous), 12V input, standard NEMA 5-15R outlet (no GFCI), pure sine wave. The right pick for small RVs, modest backup needs, and any application where you want clean AC but don't need the GFCI-protected outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNEMA 5-15R vs NEMA GFCI — which one?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNEMA 5-15R (this model)\u003c\/strong\u003e — standard household-style outlet. Use indoors, in dry locations. Cheaper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNEMA GFCI\u003c\/strong\u003e — outlet with built-in ground-fault protection. Required by code for damp locations (kitchens, bathrooms, exterior). UL 458 certified for marine use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't know which you need, the GFCI version is safer for almost any install. 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