Description
xVictron EasyPlus Compact 12/1600/70-16 230V VE.Bus Inverter Charger
The Victron EasyPlus Compact 12/1600/70-16 is a combined inverter and battery charger in a single compact unit, designed for 12V DC systems with a 230V AC output. It is suited to marine, vehicle, off-grid and backup power installations where space is limited but reliable AC power and battery charging are both required.
Key Features
- 1600VA continuous inverter output at 230V AC from a 12V DC battery bank.
- 70A three-stage battery charger built in, suitable for lead-acid and lithium battery chemistries.
- 16A AC transfer switch allows connection to shore power or a generator, with automatic switchover.
- VE.Bus communication port enables system integration, remote monitoring and parallel or three-phase configuration with compatible Victron units.
- Compact form factor reduces installation footprint compared to standard MultiPlus units of equivalent rating.
- PowerControl and PowerAssist functions prevent overloading a limited AC source by drawing supplementary power from the battery when demand exceeds the input limit.
- Configurable via VE.Bus Smart Dongle or MK3-USB interface for fine-tuning charge parameters and transfer thresholds.
Product Overview
The EasyPlus Compact sits within Victron's MultiPlus family and shares the same core inverter-charger architecture. The 12/1600/70-16 designation indicates a 12V battery input, 1600VA inverter output, 70A charger and a 16A AC input current rating. The compact enclosure makes it practical for installations in engine rooms, under-bunk lockers, vehicle conversions and small off-grid cabins where a full-size MultiPlus would not fit.
The 70A charger is a meaningful specification for a 12V system. At 12V, 70A equates to roughly 840W of charging power, which allows a depleted 200Ah battery bank to reach a usable state of charge within a few hours when connected to shore power or a generator. The three-stage adaptive charging algorithm (bulk, absorption, float) is appropriate for AGM, gel and flooded lead-acid batteries, and the unit can also be configured for lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries with the correct charge profile settings.
VE.Bus is Victron's proprietary communication bus that connects inverter-chargers, system monitors and control panels. Through VE.Bus, the EasyPlus Compact can be monitored and controlled via a Victron Color Control GX or Cerbo GX, integrated into a larger Victron system, or configured remotely. PowerAssist is particularly useful in marina or campsite hookup scenarios where the available AC supply is limited: the unit supplements the incoming AC with battery power to handle short-term load peaks without tripping the shore power breaker.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| SKU | CEP122160000 |
| Battery Voltage | 12V DC |
| Inverter Output | 1600VA / 230V AC |
| Charger Output | 70A |
| AC Input Current Rating | 16A |
| AC Output Frequency | 230V / 50Hz |
| Communication | VE.Bus |
| Weight | 13 kg |
| GTIN | 8719076063230 |
Applications
- Marine vessels requiring 230V AC power from a 12V battery bank with shore power charging.
- Motorhomes and large vehicle conversions needing a compact inverter-charger with generator or hookup input.
- Small off-grid cabins or shepherd's huts with a 12V battery system and occasional generator charging.
- Backup power systems for critical loads where automatic transfer from mains to battery is required.
- Victron system builds requiring VE.Bus integration with a GX device for monitoring and control.
What Is Included
- Victron EasyPlus Compact 12/1600/70-16 230V VE.Bus inverter-charger unit.
Installation Notes
This unit operates at 12V DC with high current battery connections and produces 230V AC output. Installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person familiar with both DC battery systems and 230V AC wiring. For any grid-connected or shore-power-connected installation in the UK, wiring must comply with BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations). Marine installations should follow the relevant BMEA or ISO standards. VE.Bus configuration requires the Victron MK3-USB interface or a compatible GX device. Do not connect to the public grid without confirming the applicable grid connection requirements with your Distribution Network Operator.
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Non-faulty items returned after 14 days and/or not in their original, undamaged packaging can only be exchanged for store credit - 15% off the items returned.
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.