Samlex PSR-2200-48
#18 in Over 1,500 WFull review
For telecom or network racks on a 48 V plant that need 2,200 W of clean AC with utility transfer, not for a cabin or RV.
Don Rowe $2,054.30 Solarflexion $2,054.30$2,054.30
The Samlex PSR-2200-48 and the Exeltech XPX-2000 48V are evenly matched, rated 2.3 and 2.2. The Samlex PSR-2200-48 leads on warranty, features and efficiency. The Exeltech XPX-2000 48V wins on idle draw. The Exeltech XPX-2000 48V costs $154.30 less ($1,900 vs $2,054.30).
Exeltech XPX-2000 48V
#20 in Over 1,500 WFull review
For industrial or telecom 48 V systems that want a simple 2,000 W inverter with low idle draw; homes and RVs have better-listed options.
Toboa Energy $1,900$1,900
Prices were last checked October 24, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Samlex PSR-2200-48 for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty), features (transfer switch, display; no remote vs hardwire terminal; no remote) and efficiency (92% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 90% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
- Choose the Exeltech XPX-2000 48V for idle draw (12 W idle with nothing plugged in vs 33.6 W idle with nothing plugged in).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 1,500 W 48V inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Samlex PSR-2200-48 | Exeltech XPX-2000 48V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.3/5 | 2.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 0 $0.93 per continuous watt | 0 $0.95 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 41 33.6 W idle with nothing plugged in | 95 12 W idle with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 30 transfer switch, display; no remote | 10 hardwire terminal; no remote |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Samlex PSR-2200-48 | Exeltech XPX-2000 48V | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| AC output | 120 V | 120 V |
| Continuous power | 2,200 W | 2,000 W |
| Surge power | 4,000 W | 4,000 W |
| DC input range | 40 to 60 V | 40.8 to 60 V |
| Idle draw | 33.6 W (0.7 A at 48 V) | 12 W (0.2 A at 48 V) |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | No | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | No |
| Pass-through rating | 30 A | - |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | No | No |
| App | No | No |
| Display | Yes | No |
| Safety listing | No | No |
| Design | High-frequency | - |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 482 x 410 x 87.7 mm (19 x 16.1 x 3.5 in), 2U | 4 x 9 x 18 in (102 x 229 x 457 mm) |
| Weight | 23.1 lb | 15 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |