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What are the dimensions of panel 8058?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 8058 Circuit Breaker Panel 120VAC - three breakers
Answer:
The dimensions of the blue sea breakers panel 8058 are 5.25 inches in width and 3.75 inches in height.
Does this shunt pcb also work with the BMV 700?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron SPR00053 PCB for Shunt of BMV 712 / 702
Answer:
Indeed, the pcb shunt is compatible and can be utilized with the BMV 700.
Is the Lynx Smart BMS compatible with my type of batteries?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy LYN034170210 Lynx Smart BMS 1000 (M10)
Answer:
The Lynx Smart BMS is only intended to be used with Victron Smart Lithium Batteries.
Cn the 3600 Isolation transformer take an input of 240V 50Hz and output 115V 60Hz ?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ITR050362041 Isolation Transformer 3600W with autodetect input voltage
Answer:
This transformer can change the voltage but not the frequency.
What is the warranty for this battery isolator?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron ARG200301020 Argofet 200 Amp Diode Battery Isolator for three batteries
Answer:
The Victron ARG200301020 Argofet 200 Amp Diode Battery Isolator for three batteries comes with a five-year manufacturer's limited warranty.
Can I easily program and operate the Victron Orion?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ORI242440120 Orion-Tr Smart 24/24-17A Isolated DC-DC charger
Answer:
Yes, the Victron Orion can be easily programmed and operated through the Victron Connect App.
Can this cable be used to interface with the victron Cerbo unit?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron ASS030530010 VE. Direct to Standard USB interface cable
Answer:
It is used to connect a VE Direct device (such as an MPPT) to the Cerbo.
What is the voltage limit for this fuse
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 5240 ATO/ATC Fuse 7.5 Amp (2 pack)
Answer:
Blue Sea ATO/ATC Fuses have a maximum voltage limit of 32 Volts DC.
What's the rating of the 12v usb outlet in the SeaLink charger?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Marinco SeaLink Deluxe Dual USB Charger and 12V Receptacle
Answer:
The 12 volt receptacle that comes with the SeaLink USB charger has a rating of 20 amps.
Does the Blue Sea 5032 fuse block offer storage for spare fuses?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 5032 Split Bus Fuse Block for 2 sets of 6 Fuses
Answer:
Yes, the blue sea 5032 cover does provide storage for two spare fuses.
What's the shrink ratio of the 3 to 1 heatshrink tubing?
Asked 1 ´year ago | 3 to 1 Adhesive Lined Heatshrink Tubing 1/4
Answer:
The heatshrink tubing of the 3 to 1 Adhesive Lined Heatshrink Tubing 1/4" boasts a shrink ratio of 3:1.
Can this temperature sensor, work with Cerbo GX?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ASS000001000 temp sensor for Quattro, MultiPlus and Cerbo GX
Answer:
Yes the Victron Energy ASS000001000 temp sensor is compatible with the Cerbo GX.
Can we use 10 or 8 gauge wire for the Victron 75-15 MPPT solar charge controller?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy SCC075015060 Smart Solar MPPT 75/15 Charge Controller with Bluetooth
Answer:
The MPPT 75/15 will accept a maximum of 10 awg wire
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar 48-YSP-4JH-E Pulley Kit for Yanmar 4JH2-E -TE -HTE -DTE -UTE
Answer:
Yes the Balmar 48-YSP-4JH-E Pulley Kit is the right kit for the Yanmar 4JH2-E
Is the Asus USB-N14 compatible with the Cerbo GX?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy BPP900200300 CCGX Long Range WiFi Module (ASUS USB-N14)
Answer:
Yes you can use the Asus USB-N14 to increase the WiFi range of the Cerbo GX
What is the hookup configuration for the alternator temperature sensor?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar MC-TS-A Alternator Temperature Sensor
Answer:
The alternator temperature sensor has a simple two-wire hookup.
With what devices can the alternator temperature sensor be used?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar MC-TS-A Alternator Temperature Sensor
Answer:
The alternator temperature sensor can be used with Max Charge or ARS5 regulators or with the Balmar Duo Charge.
What's the warranty length for this 200 amp battery isolator I'm buying?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron ARG200201020 Argofet 200 Amp Battery Isolator for two batteries
Answer:
The 200 amp battery isolator you're purchasing comes with a manufacturer's warranty that lasts for five years.
Can the Victron 100 amp diode isolator be used for my two alternator system?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron ARG100301020 Argofet 100 Amp Diode Battery Isolator for three batteries
Answer:
If you have two alternators then you need two isolators. They can both output to the same three batteries.
Where should I place the Victron Terminator in the network?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ASS030700000 RJ45 End Terminator (bag of 2)
Answer:
These Victron end Terminators go at both ends of a VE Can network.
Can I return the shunt pcb if needed?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron SPR00053 PCB for Shunt of BMV 712 / 702
Answer:
Sorry, the pcb shunt you are asking about cannot be returned.
What is the warranty period for the Battery Balancer?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy BBA000100100 Battery Balancer
Answer:
The Battery Balancer comes with a 5 year manufacturers warranty.
How is the 150 amp thermal circuit breaker mounted?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 7189 Surface Mount 285-Series Circuit Breaker 150 Amps
Answer:
The 150a circuit breaker is mounted using a surface mount and the connections are located at the front.
Will this work for a 36 volt Golf Cart ?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 1733 Mini Digital DC Voltmeter with OLED display
Answer:
Sorry, this Blue Sea 1733 meter is for 12 or 24 volts only
Asked 4 ´months ago | Victron Energy Orion 12/24-5 Step-Up Isolated DC/DC Converter (120W)
Answer:
Yes you are correct, turning off the remote switch ensures there is no output from the DC DC Converter.
Asked 7 ´months ago | Phoenix Smart IP43 Charger 12/50(1+1)
Answer:
Just cut off the plug at the male end and run the cable to a junction box.
Can I purchase only the alternator from the Balmar XT-DF-170-K6-KIT?
Asked 11 ´months ago | Balmar XT-DF-170-K6-KIT alternator kit with Max Charge regulator
Answer:
Yes you can. Then it is sold as the Balmar XT-DF-170-K6 dual foot alternator with K6 pulley
How do you test a Balmar alternator?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar 60-YP-MC-100-SV Alternator and regulator kit -12 Volt 100 Amp Single Pulley
Answer:
My article on alternator troubleshooting will talk you through what you need to do: Troubleshooting your alternator.
What is the voltage rating of these maxi fuses?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 5143 Maxi Fuse 80 Ampere
Answer:
The maximum voltage rating of this maxi fuse is 32 volts DC.
When will the rest of the NG batteries be available?
Asked 10 ´months ago | Victron Energy BAT524120620 LiFePO4 Battery 25,6V/200Ah NG
Answer:
Dates have not yet been announced for the remainder of the Victron NG Smart Batteries.
How is the alternator temperature sensor designed to be installed?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar MC-TS-A Alternator Temperature Sensor
Answer:
The alternator temperature sensor is designed to bolt on to one of the case mounting bolts of the alternator.
How big is the Victron 150/100 MPPT controller?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy SCC115110411 SmartSolar MPPT 150/100-Tr VE.Can
Answer:
The Victron MPPT 150/100 controller measures 216mm x 295mm x 103mm.
Does the Balmar regulator come with a purchase warranty?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar ARS-5-H Regulator 12 Volts (while stocks last)
Answer:
The Balmar ARS-5-H Regulator comes with a Manufacturers one-year limited warranty upon purchase.
What is the maximum amperage the meter can display with the included shunt?
Asked 10 ´months ago | Blue Sea 1830 M2 Digital DC State of Charge Meter with OLED display
Answer:
The meter can display amperage up to 500 Amps with the included shunt.
Where does the alternator temperature sensor bolt on?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar MC-TS-A Alternator Temperature Sensor
Answer:
The alternator temperature sensor attaches to a xxxx in the middle of the alternator case.
How many batteries can the Victron Energy BMS manage in parallel?
Asked 9 ´months ago | Victron Energy BMS110022000 Smart Battery Management System BMS CL 12-100
Answer:
The Victron BMS CL 12/100 can manage up to twenty batteries in parallel.
Whats the difference between isolated and non isolated, and why would I choose one over the other?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ORI121222120 Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-18A Isolated DC-DC charger
Answer:
This question is addressed in my article Isolated vs Non-Isolated DC DC Charger?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy SHU050150050 SmartShunt 500A/50mV (Standard version)
Answer:
Yes it does.
Asked 9 ´months ago | Victron Energy BPR122022000 Smart BatteryProtect with Bluetooth 12/24V -220A
Answer:
The maximum continuous current is 220 Amps. The peak current limit is 600 Amps for 30 seconds.
What is the current rating for the Cyrix-ct 12/24V-230A combiner?
Asked 9 ´months ago | Victron Energy CYR010230010 Cyrix-ct 12/24V-230A intelligent battery combiner
Answer:
The continuous rating of this Victron Cyrix is 230 Amps. The cranking rating is 500 Amps
Is the connection on this a 3/8 th
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar MC-TS-A Alternator Temperature Sensor
Answer:
The battery temp sensor has a 3/8" connector but the alternator sensor is smaller, Its terminal is 1/4"
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar MC-TS-A Alternator Temperature Sensor
Answer:
We tried this and it worked. You might need to do a bit of calibration for maximum accuracy.
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy PMP122200102 MultiPlus 12/2000/80-50 120V VE.Bus (UL Listed)
Answer:
Yes it does. Its a pretty small output though, clocking it at just 1 amp.
Can the Victron Smart Battery Sense function with any type of batteries?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy SBS050150200 Long Range Bluetooth Smart Battery Sense
Answer:
Yes it should work with any 12, 24 or 48 volt battery bank.
What gauge wire does the device have?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy SBS050150200 Long Range Bluetooth Smart Battery Sense
Answer:
It appears to use 18 awg or similar
Is the Phoenix smart charger ignition protected?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Phoenix Smart IP43 Charger 12/30(3)
Answer:
No sorry, none of the Victron chargers are ignition protected.
What fuse do I need for the Cerbo GX
Asked 8 ´months ago | Cerbo GX
Answer:
The supplied DC power cable includes an inline 3.15A slow blow fuse.
Does the MultiPlus/Quattro Inverter Charger include a temperature sensor?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ASS000001000 temp sensor for Quattro, MultiPlus and Cerbo GX
Answer:
Yes, each MultiPlus or Quattro Inverter Charger comes with a temperature sensor.
Does the Balmar MC-618 come with a Lithium profile?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar MC-618-H Voltage Regulator with harness 12 Volts
Answer:
Yes, the Balmar MC-618 does feature a built-in Lithium profile.
Can the input/output current be configured on the Orion XS?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron ORI121217040 Orion XS 12/12-50 non-isolated DC-DC charger
Answer:
Indeed, the Orion XS 12/12-50A allows for the configuration of the input/output current up to 50A.
