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What are the dimensions of panel 8058?
Asked 11 ´months 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 the blue sea 8077 device offer both switching and circuit protection?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 8077 AC Panel Main 120VAC 30A
Answer:
Yes, the blue sea 8077 integrates both switching and circuit protection within a single device.
Does this shunt pcb also work with the BMV 700?
Asked 11 ´months 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.
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.
Does this 100 amp marine alternator have an isolated groun?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar 621-100-SV Alternator -12 Volt 100 Amp Single Pulley
Answer:
The all the 6 series alternators come with an isolated ground as standard.
Asked 3 ´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.
Can I purchase only the alternator from the Balmar XT-DF-170-K6-KIT?
Asked 9 ´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 is the 150 amp thermal circuit breaker mounted?
Asked 11 ´months 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.
Can I return the shunt pcb if needed?
Asked 11 ´months ago | Victron SPR00053 PCB for Shunt of BMV 712 / 702
Answer:
Sorry, the pcb shunt you are asking about cannot be returned.
How long is the Victron NMEA 2000 VE.Can to Micro-C male cable?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ASS030520200 VE.Can to NMEA2000 Cable
Answer:
The Victron Energy ASS030520200 VE.Can to NMEA2000 Micro-C male cable measures approximately 1 meter in length.
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.
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.
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
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
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 | 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 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.
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 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 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.
Can you tell me the part number or length for a spare serpentine belt for the 48-YSP-3JH-E?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Spare Serpentine Belt
Answer:
The 48-YSP-3JH-E kit used a 46" belt which should be marked J460
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 cable do I need to to connect the Mk3 USB interface to a MultiPlus?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ASS030140000 MK3-USB Interface (VE.Bus to standard USB)
Answer:
This requires a VE Bus cable.
Which batteries can the Lynx Smart BMS work with?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy LYN034170210 Lynx Smart BMS 1000 (M10)
Answer:
The Lynx Smart BMS is specifically designed to work exclusively with Victron Smart Lithium Batteries.
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.
I need the packaged weight and dimensions of this kit to forward onto Panama. Thanks
Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar 60-YP-24-70-K6 Alternator and regulator kit -24 Volt 70 Amp K6 Pulley
Answer:
The box is 14 x 12 x 12 inches and lists as 20 Lbs
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.
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 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.
Does the Victron battery monitor support second bank voltage reading?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy BAM030712000 BMV 712 Smart Battery Monitor with Bluetooth
Answer:
Yes, the Victron Energy BMV 712 can measure the voltage (only) of a second battery bank.
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 9001e Battery Selector Switch 1-2-BOTH-OFF
Answer:
The switch has a rating of IP66 which is explained in our article IP ratings explained.
What are the physical measurements of the blue sea 9001e switch?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 9001e Battery Selector Switch 1-2-BOTH-OFF
Answer:
Here is a drawing:
What is the continuous rating of these mini relays?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 7601 Mini Automatic Charge Relay
Answer:
The automatic charging relay, Blue Sea 7601 Mini Automatic Charge Relay, has a continuous rating of 65 Amps.
Does the Victron 12/24-10 converter have multiple output stages?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy ORI122410020 Orion 12/24-10 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter
Answer:
The ori122410020 converter by Victron Energy only features a single stage output.
Can I stack multiple units of victron quattro-ii for parallel operation?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Quattro-II
Answer:
Absolutely, you can stack multiple quattro-ii 2x 120v units for parallel operation.
Does the Victron QUA122305130 Quattro-II 12/3000/120-50/50 2x120V have a recommended fuse type?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Quattro-II
Answer:
Yes, the Victron QUA122305130 Quattro-II 12/3000/120-50/50 2x120V manual recommends utilizing a 400 amp DC fuse for this unit.
Can I use this ato fuse kit for marine applications?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 5287 ATO/ATC Fuse Kit
Answer:
Yes, the Blue Sea 5287 ATO/ATC Fuse Kit can be utilized for marine applications.
What is the maximum system voltage this SmartShunt can handle?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy SHU050150050 SmartShunt 500A/50mV (Standard version)
Answer:
This SmartShunt can handle battery systems up to 70 VDC.
What size terminals does the Victron SHU500050100 shunt have?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy SHU500050100 Shunt 500A/50mV
Answer:
The Victron Energy SHU500050100 Shunt 500A/50mV has terminals that can accommodate 3/8" or 10 mm lugs.
What is the difference between isolated and non-isolated inverters?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy Orion-Tr 12/12-30A (360W) Isolated DC-DC converter
Answer:
This is answered in my article Isolated vs Non-Isolated DC DC Charger?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What system voltage can the Lynx Distributor be used with?
Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy LYN060102000 Lynx Distributor (M8)
Answer:
The Victron Energy LYN060102000 Lynx Distributor can be used in DC systems up to 48 volts
