Compact and cable-included — powers laptops, phone chargers, small tools, and electronics at 230V/50Hz for UK and European appliances directly from any standard 12V vehicle battery.
The AIMS Power 400 Watt European Modified Sine Wave Inverter with Cables (PUK40012230W) converts 12V DC battery power into 230V AC at 50Hz — the standard for the UK, Europe, and Africa. A UK Type G 3-prong outlet, an included cigarette lighter cable with built-in fuse, isolated ground neutral, and a compact aluminum case make it a ready-to-use solution for vehicles, boats, cabins, and small off-grid setups. This unit will not produce 120V AC and is not compatible with US power systems.
Compact, cable-included, and purpose-built for 12V to 230V/50Hz conversion — the PUK40012230W is the straightforward choice for UK and European mobile and off-grid power needs.
Outputs 230V AC at 50Hz with a UK Type G 3-prong receptacle — accepts UK plugs directly. No adapters needed for UK or compatible European appliances. Not compatible with US power systems.
A cigarette lighter cable with built-in fuse is included — plug directly into a vehicle's 12V socket and you're running. For loads above 180W, connect directly to the battery terminals instead.
An isolated ground neutral protects against ground loops and galvanic corrosion in marine and professional installations, and is compatible with many international installation safety standards.
| Continuous Output Power | 400 Watts |
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| Surge / Peak Power | 800 Watts |
| Output Voltage | 220/230V AC |
| Output Waveform | Modified Sine Wave |
| Output Frequency | 50 Hz |
| AC Outlet Type | UK Type G — 3-prong |
| Ground Neutral | Isolated |
| DC Input Voltage Range | 10–16V DC (nominal 12V) |
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| No-Load Current Draw | 1A DC |
| High Input Voltage Protection | 16V ± 0.5V |
| Low Voltage Alarm | 10.5V ± 0.5V |
| Low Voltage Shutdown | 10.6V ± 0.3V |
| Cigarette Lighter Max Load | 180W (vehicle socket limit — use direct battery connection above 180W) |
| Full Load Efficiency | 90% |
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| 1/3 Load Efficiency | 95% |
| Operating Temperature Range | −10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F) |
| Unit Dimensions (L × W × H) | 7.0 × 5.0 × 2.13 in (17.8 × 12.7 × 5.4 cm) |
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| Unit Weight | 2 lb (0.9 kg) |
| Boxed Weight | 3 lb (1.4 kg) |
No. This inverter outputs 230V AC at 50Hz — the UK and European standard. US appliances operate on 120V AC at 60Hz; connecting them to this inverter will damage or destroy them. For US 120V/60Hz power, see AIMS Power's standard US-market inverter range.
A vehicle's cigarette lighter socket is a fused circuit typically rated at 15–20A at 12V, which limits it to around 180W before the vehicle's fuse blows. The inverter itself can handle up to 400W continuous — for loads between 180W and 400W, you need to connect the inverter directly to the vehicle's 12V battery terminals using appropriately rated DC cables instead of the cigarette lighter socket.
At 400W continuous, this inverter can power laptops, mobile phone and tablet chargers, small fans, LED and fluorescent lights, small televisions, portable radios, power tool battery chargers, and similar low-to-mid draw devices that run on 230V/50Hz power. It will not sustain electric kettles, toasters, hair dryers, or microwave ovens, which typically draw 800W–2000W. Always check the running wattage of your device before connecting.
Isolated ground neutral means the AC output's neutral is not bonded to the DC chassis ground. This is a safety requirement in many marine, industrial, and international installations — it prevents galvanic corrosion on boats and avoids ground fault issues in multi-device setups. Most standard appliance use is unaffected, but if your installation requires a bonded neutral (for example, with certain RCD breakers), consult a qualified electrician about the correct approach for your system.
