AIMS Power 12000W 48V Split Phase ETL
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.
Amazon $4,733.99$4,733.99
3.1/5
For an off-grid or backup home on 48 V that needs a listed split-phase inverter-charger with heavy surge at a lower price than Outback or Schneider.
- 8,000 WContinuous
- 24,000 WSurge
- 120/240 V split-phaseOutput
- 100 WIdle draw
- YesUL listed
- 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$4,611.27Check price at AIMS Power$4,480
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
- Runs a whole house of 120/240 V loads, including well pumps
- 24,000 W surge for 20 seconds handles big motor starts
- 80 A charger refills a large bank from a generator
Cons
- Weighs 132 lb, so mounting takes two people and a stout wall
- Idles at about 100 W unless power saver is on
- 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 (this one) | 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 | 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 | PICOGLF80W48V240VS |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| AC output | 120/240 V split-phase |
| Continuous power | 8,000 W |
| Surge power | 24,000 W for 20 s |
| DC input range | 40 to 64 V |
| Idle draw | 100 W (2.1 A at 48 V) |
| Power-saving draw | 30 W |
| Peak efficiency | 88% |
| Connections | |
| AC outlets | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes |
| USB ports | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes |
| Pass-through rating | 50 A |
| Charger | 80 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 | 132 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Alternatives in this size
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
AIMS Power 4000W 48V Split Phase
For a small off-grid home that needs 120/240 V split phase from a 48 V bank on a tight budget, fed by a 240 V generator. Larger homes should step up to the 6 kW.
Amazon $1,492$1,492
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