Samlex PST-1500-48

Last updated: October 24, 2026

Samlex PST-1500-48
3.0/5#10 of 18 in up to 1,500 W 48V inverters
3.0

A listed, mid-size 48 V inverter for cabins and vans that want GFCI outlets and a hardwire option.

  • 1,500 WContinuous
  • 3,000 WSurge
  • 120 VOutput
  • 24 WIdle draw
  • YesUL listed
  • 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Mr. Solar$773.80

Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • ETL listed to UL 458, which inspectors and insurers look for
  • GFCI outlets plus a hardwire terminal for a subpanel
  • Idles under 25 W, gentle on a small 48 V bank
  • Three-year warranty from a long-standing US brand
Cons
  • No power-saving draw published, so plan on the full idle draw
  • Only 3,000 W of surge, tight for compressors
  • Remote panel costs extra

The Samlex PST 48V family

Every Samlex PST 48V model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.

ModelContinuousRatingPrice
Samlex PST-600-48600 W3.1/5$348
Samlex PST-1500-48 (this one)1,500 W3.0/5$773.80
Samlex PST-2000-482,000 W3.5/5-
Samlex PST-3000-483,000 W3.3/5-

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 numberPST-1500-48
Output
TypePure sine wave inverter
AC output120 V
Continuous power1,500 W
Surge power3,000 W
DC input range42 to 60 V
Idle draw24 W (0.5 A at 48 V)
Peak efficiency90%
Connections
AC outlets2
GFCI outletsYes
Hardwire terminalYes
USB portsNone
Transfer switchNo
Parallel unitsNo
Control and build
RemoteOptional extra
AppNo
DisplayNo
Safety listingIntertek ETL listed; conforms to UL 458 and certified to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1
Coolingfan
Dimensions263 x 468.2 x 105.6 mm (10.4 x 18.4 x 4.2 in)
Weight15.6 lb
Warranty3 years

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