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Samlex SAM-450-12 450 watt modified sine wave inverter with two outlets and USB
SAM-450-12 rear with DC terminals and cooling fan
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Samlex SAM-450-12 450 watt modified sine wave inverter with two outlets and USB
SAM-450-12 rear with DC terminals and cooling fan
Samlex SAM-450-12 retail packaging with included cables

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Samlex SAM-450-12 450 Watt Modified Sine Wave Inverter, 12V, 2 Outlets + USB

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SKU: SAM-450-12
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Input Voltage: 12 VDC
Output: 115 VAC Modified Sine Wave
Continuous Power: 450 W
Surge Power: 900 W
AC Outlets: 2 x NEMA 5-15R + USB 5V 2.1A
Included Cables: Lighter Plug + Battery Clamps
Samlex SAM-450-12 450 Watt Modified Sine Wave Inverter, 12V, 2 Outlets + USB

Samlex SAM-450-12 450 Watt Modified Sine Wave Inverter, 12V, 2 Outlets + USB

$112.30
$90.00
(You save $22.30 )
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Samlex SAM-450-12 - 450W Modified Sine Wave Inverter, 12V, 2 Outlets + USB

For lights, fans, TVs and chargers, a modified sine wave inverter is the budget-smart way to put AC in a vehicle. The Samlex SAM-450-12 delivers 450 watts through two three-prong outlets plus a 2.1 amp USB port, connects by the included lighter plug for light duty or the included battery clamps for full output, and weighs 1.3 pounds. It is honest about what it is: simple AC for simple loads, from a brand that also builds the pure sine gear for everything else.

Warranty

Warranty. Samlex America warrants the SAM-450-12 for 2 years. Full terms are confirmed in writing with your quote.

Simple AC, Done Right

Two outlets and USB
Run two corded devices while a tablet charges at 2.1 amps from the USB port, all from one small box.
Doubles for the start
A 900 watt one-second surge allowance covers the switch-on spike of TVs, blenders and power bricks.
Soft start, cool case
Samlex's soft start and cool surface designs keep the little chassis calm, and the fan only spins past 8 to 12 watts of load.
  • Both cables included: cigar-lighter plug for the socket, clamps for the battery.
  • Universal protection circuit: low voltage alarm and shutdown, over-temperature, overload, short circuit and ground-leakage shutdown.
  • 90% peak efficiency at half load; 0.25 to 0.35 amps of no-load draw.
  • ETL listed; low-interference design.

Technical Specifications

Samlex SAM-450-12 Specifications
Part NumberSAM-450-12 (also searched as SAM 450 12, SAM450-12, SAM 450)
Output WaveformModified sine wave
Continuous Power450 W (resistive load)
Surge Power900 W (under 1 second)
AC Output115 VAC (+10% / -2%), 60 Hz ±5%; 2 x NEMA 5-15R outlets
USB Port5 VDC, 2.1 A
DC Input Voltage12 V battery systems; 10.8 - 15.4 VDC operating range
DC Input Current45 A at continuous power; 0.25 - 0.35 A at no load
DC ConnectionsNut-and-bolt terminals; lighter-plug and battery-clamp cables included; 2 x 35 A input fuses
Peak Efficiency90% (at 50% load)
ProtectionsLow voltage alarm 10.8 V, shutdown 10.5 V; high voltage shutdown above 15.5 V; overload (latching, manual reset); over-temperature (auto reset); leakage shutdown
CoolingLoad-controlled fan (on above 8 - 12 W)
Operating TemperatureFull rating to 77°F (25°C); 80% rating from 79°F to 95°F (26°C to 35°C)
Dimensions6.0 x 6.1 x 2.2 inches (151 x 154 x 56.5 mm)
Weight1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)
StandardsETL listed
Warranty2 years (Samlex America)
Technical Documentation
SAM-450-12 Product Manual (PDF) · SAM-450-12 Specification Sheet (PDF)

Where This Inverter Is Used

  • Cars, trucks and RVs - a TV up to 32 inches, laptops and chargers on the road.
  • Camping and tailgating - lights, stereos and small appliances off the vehicle battery.
  • Boats - simple electronics without wiring a system.
  • Job boxes - charger duty where budget beats waveform.

Ordering

Budget path, honest limits. If everything on your list is simple resistive or adapter-fed gear, this is the economical buy. If any load is sensitive, medical or motor-driven, the pure sine PST-600-12 is the safer money. Bulk orders: written quote in 24 to 48 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a modified sine wave inverter, and when is it enough?

It approximates household AC with a stepped waveform instead of a smooth curve. For lights, resistive loads and most simple electronics running on their own adapters, it does the job at a fraction of pure sine cost. If the device has a sensitive power supply, a variable-speed motor or a medical role, spend up on a pure sine model like the Samlex PST line; adapters on modified sine can buzz, run warm and age faster.

What ships with the SAM-450-12?

Both connection cables: a cigar-lighter plug for the dash socket and battery clamps for full 450 watt output straight from the battery. Nothing else is required.

Why did it shut down, and how do I reset it?

An overload latches the inverter off; cycle the power switch to reset it. Over-temperature shutdowns reset themselves once things cool. Note the ratings assume mild temperatures: above 77 degrees F, plan on about 80 percent of the continuous rating.

Can it charge USB devices directly?

Yes, from a 5 volt, 2.1 amp USB port, enough for tablets and phones at full speed, without tying up either AC outlet.

450 watts of practical, no-frills AC.

Order online, or send your load list and delivery ZIP and a battery specialist will tell you straight whether modified sine fits, with no obligation to buy.

Call 1-877-775-4381  ·  battery specialists, not a call center

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov (State of California only).

Warranty Information  
2 Year Limited Warranty (Samlex America)
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