Clean, stable AC power for laptops, gaming devices, and small electronics — compact, lightweight, and ready to run from any 12V battery with the included cables.
The AIMS Power 180 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter with USB Port (PWRI18012S) converts 12V DC battery power into clean 120V AC — the kind of stable, distortion-free output that sensitive electronics like laptops, cameras, and gaming devices need to run reliably. A load-based fan only activates when the inverter senses a connected load, keeping operation quiet during light use. Compact and lightweight at just 1 lb, it's built for work trucks, RVs, off-grid setups, and anywhere you need dependable mobile power from a 12V source.
A compact, no-fuss inverter built for quick connections and clean power wherever you need it.
Pure sine wave output matches the quality of utility power — ideal for laptops, cameras, gaming devices, and other electronics that can be sensitive to lower-quality AC waveforms.
A built-in USB 2.0 port gives you a direct charging option alongside the AC outlet. The load-based fan only runs when the inverter senses a connected load, keeping the unit silent when idle.
At just 1 lb, the compact lightweight case is easy to stash in a vehicle. A cigarette lighter plug and alligator clip cable are both included, so you can connect to a 12V outlet or directly to a battery right away.
| Continuous Output Power | 180 Watts |
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| Surge / Peak Power | 360 Watts |
| Output Voltage | 120V AC |
| Output Voltage Regulation | ± 3% |
| Output Waveform | Pure Sine Wave |
| Output Frequency | 60 Hz |
| AC Amps | 1.5A |
| USB Port | USB 2.0 |
| Full Load Efficiency | 90% |
| Safety Listing | Not UL Listed |
| DC Input Voltage Range | 10–15V DC (nominal 12V) |
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| DC Amps | 15A |
| No-Load Drain | 0.38A DC |
| No-Load Power Consumption | 0.3A DC |
| Battery Low Voltage Shutdown | 9.7–10V |
| Battery High Voltage Shutdown | 15V |
| Unit Dimensions (L × W × H) | 6.88 × 3.25 × 1.38 in (17.5 × 8.3 × 3.5 cm) |
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| Unit Weight | 1 lb (0.45 kg) |
| Shipping Dimensions (L × W × H) | 13 × 13 × 4.5 in (33.0 × 33.0 × 11.4 cm) |
| Shipping Weight | 2 lb (0.9 kg) |
At 180W continuous, this inverter is well suited for laptops, monitors, phone and camera chargers, small fans, LED lights, and similar low-draw electronics. The 360W surge capacity provides brief extra headroom for devices with a startup spike. Pure sine wave output makes it a good match for sensitive electronics that may not tolerate modified sine wave power well. Always check a device's running wattage before connecting it.
The cigarette lighter plug is the quickest option — plug it into any standard 12V accessory socket in a vehicle. Keep in mind that most vehicle cigarette lighter circuits are fused well below this inverter's 180W rating, so very light loads work best through this connection. The alligator clip cable connects directly to a battery's terminals, which is the better choice for sustained use at or near the inverter's full 180W rating, since it bypasses the vehicle's accessory socket fuse limit.
Pure sine wave output closely matches the smooth waveform produced by the utility grid, unlike the "blocky" stepped waveform of modified sine wave inverters. This makes pure sine output more compatible with sensitive electronics — laptops, cameras, audio equipment, and devices with variable-speed motors — and reduces the risk of electrical noise, humming, or compatibility issues that can occur with modified sine wave on certain devices.
This inverter is backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty from date of purchase, plus lifetime U.S.-based technical support from AIMS Power. As an authorized AIMS Power dealer, TrueStead Supply ensures your warranty is valid from day one.
