Ampinvt FT 6000W 48V Split Phase
A budget low-frequency split-phase inverter-charger for an off-grid cabin with a 240 V generator. It handles heavy loads, but documentation is thin and it cannot be stacked.
Amazon $745$745
3.2/5
For a large off-grid or backup home on 48 V that needs a listed, single-box 12 kW split-phase inverter-charger at a lower price than premium brands.
- 12,000 WContinuous
- 36,000 WSurge
- 120/240 V split-phaseOutput
- 200 WIdle draw
- YesUL listed
- 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$4,733.99
Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- ETL listed to UL 1741, so it can pass inspection in a home install
- 12 kW runs a large house’s 120/240 V loads from one unit
- 36,000 W surge for 20 seconds starts the biggest household motors
- 120 A charger refills a large bank quickly from a generator
Cons
- Idles at about 200 W unless power saver is on, a real drain on a solar budget
- Weighs 154 lb
- Can’t be paralleled to grow later
The AIMS Power PICOGLF 48V (8-12 kW) family
Every AIMS Power PICOGLF 48V (8-12 kW) model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Continuous | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIMS Power 8000W 48V Split Phase ETL | 8,000 W | 3.1/5 | $4,480 |
| AIMS Power 10000W 48V Split Phase | 10,000 W | 2.7/5 | $4,160 |
| AIMS Power 12000W 48V Split Phase ETL (this one) | 12,000 W | 3.2/5 | $4,733.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | PICOGLF120W48V240VS |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| AC output | 120/240 V split-phase |
| Continuous power | 12,000 W |
| Surge power | 36,000 W for 20 s |
| DC input range | 40 to 64 V |
| Idle draw | 200 W (4.2 A at 48 V) |
| Power-saving draw | 40 W |
| Peak efficiency | 88% |
| Connections | |
| AC outlets | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes |
| USB ports | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes |
| Pass-through rating | 63 A |
| Charger | 120 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes |
| Parallel units | No |
| Control and build | |
| Remote | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on |
| Display | Yes |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to UL 1741 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 |
| Design | Low-frequency (transformer) |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 23.3 x 16.3 x 7.9 in |
| Weight | 154 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Released | 2015-10 |
Alternatives in this size
Ampinvt FT 5000W 48V Split Phase
A budget low-frequency split-phase inverter-charger for an off-grid cabin with a 240 V generator. It handles heavy loads, but documentation is thin and it cannot be stacked.
Amazon $645$645
SunGoldPower 6000W 48V Split Phase
For an off-grid home or cabin that wants 120/240 V split phase from a 48 V bank for the lowest price. Expect to accept a short warranty and no verified listing.
Amazon $1,390 SunGoldPower $1,355$1,355
Compare
Compare the AIMS Power 12000W 48V Split Phase ETL with any other 48V inverter →
More from AIMS Power: every AIMS Power product ranked.