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Asked 9 ´months ago | Balmar 48-YSP-3GM-B Pulley Kit for Yanmar 2GM20-F, 3GM30-F, 3GM-F
Answer:
This article should help: Wondering how much further forward the Balmar Serpentine Kit will be on your engine?
Can the input/output current be configured on the Orion XS?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
Are there any user programmable alarms?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Balmar SG200 battery monitor kit
Answer:
There are some pre-configured alarms but nothing that is user programmable.
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy ORI303100000 Orion 100 Amp Programmable Buck Boost DC-DC Converter
Answer:
The Orion 100 Amp Programmable Buck Boost DC-DC Converter uses M8 terminals.
Can this design accommodate a range of class t fuses?
Asked 6 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5502100 Ignition Protected Class-T Fuse Block 225-400A
Answer:
Yes, this design can accommodate a range of Class-T ignition protected fuses from 225 Amps to 400 Amps.
What is the function of the AC Selector Switch?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 9009 AC Selector Switch, 120V 32A OFF +2
Answer:
The AC Selector Switch is used for connecting one of two 120V AC sources to a single load.
Does this 100 amp marine alternator have an isolated groun?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
What is the difference between isolated and non-isolated inverters?
Asked 7 ´months 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?
What do I need to connect the VE Bus dongle to the MultiPlus?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy ASS030537010 VE.BUS Bluetooth Smart dongle
Answer:
You will need a short length of VE Bus cable to connect to the MultiPlus
Does the Blue Sea 5032 fuse block offer storage for spare fuses?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
How do I attach the VE Bus dongle to the MultiPlus?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy ASS030537010 VE.BUS Bluetooth Smart dongle
Answer:
The VE Bus dongle comes with a sticky patch for attaching it.
What is the current rating for the Cyrix-ct 12/24V-230A combiner?
Asked 2 ´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
What fuse do I need for the Cerbo GX
Asked 1 ´month ago | Cerbo GX
Answer:
The supplied DC power cable includes an inline 3.15A slow blow fuse.
Which adjustment arm is right for a Yanmar 4JH4 engine?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Balmar 48-YSP-4JH-B Pulley Kit for Yanmar 4JH4, -TE, HTE, -DTE
Answer:
For the Yanmar 4JH4 engine, the UBB2 is the appropriate adjustment arm.
What's the maximum voltage for these 25 amp fuses?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5244 ATO/ATC Fuse 25 Amp (2 pack)
Answer:
All the Blue Sea ATO/ATC fuses are rated for a maximum of 32 Volts DC.
Given the SG2-0300 solar Bluetooth gateway runs on 5 volts, can the SG 300 be USB-powered?
Asked 26 ´days ago | Balmar SG2-0300 Bluetooth Gateway for SG200
Answer:
All the processing power is in the shunt, so you cannot omit the shunt.
What are the dimensions and hole positions of the blue sea 30 amp breaker?
Asked 6 ´months ago | Blue Sea 7238 Double Pole Circuit Breaker 30 Amps White
Answer:
Here are some drawings:
And a cutout template
Can this 80 amp fuse handle high voltage?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5124 ANL Fuse 80 Amp
Answer:
No, the 80 amp Blue Sea 5124 ANL Fuse can handle a maximum voltage of 32 Volts DC.
What's the warranty length for this 200 amp battery isolator I'm buying?
Asked 7 ´months 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 Blue Sea 7717 remote battery switch be used on a 48 volt battery bank?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Blue Sea 7717 Remote Battery Switch with lock - 24 Volt
Answer:
No sorry, this switch is for 24 volt banks only, we don't have any remote switches for 48 volts.
Does the Victron Charger support 90-265vac or just 230vac input?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Victron Energy SDTG2400503 Skylla-TG 24/50(1+1) GL 120-240V Battery Charger
Answer:
This charger accepts 90-265 volts AC which can be between 45-65 Hz. Here is a link to the Datasheet.
Asked 7 ´months ago | Victron Energy BMS800200104 SolidSwitch 104
Answer:
The Solid Switch 104 is a solid state relay.
What is the maximum load that the Solid Switch 104 can handle?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Victron Energy BMS800200104 SolidSwitch 104
Answer:
The Solid Switch 104 can handle small loads of up to 4 amps and up to 70 volts.
Is this 80 amp fuse resistant to corrosion?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5124 ANL Fuse 80 Amp
Answer:
Yes, the Blue Sea 5124 ANL Fuse is resistant to corrosion due to its silver-plated connector blades.
Can this be used to turn off a 24v battery system for my trolling motor?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 6006 Mini ON-OFF Battery Switch
Answer:
Yes this switch can be used for up to 48 volts DC
What alternators work with the Balmar MC-612-DUAL Regulator?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Balmar MC-612-DUAL Regulator with Dual Wiring Harnesses
Answer:
The Balmar MC-612-DUAL Regulator with Dual Wiring Harnesses is designed to be compatible with P-type externally regulated alternators.
Does the Victron battery monitor support second bank voltage reading?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
What's the voltage range of DC systems the Victron BMV-712 can be used with?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy BAM030712000 BMV 712 Smart Battery Monitor with Bluetooth
Answer:
The BMV 712 can operate with DC systems that have a voltage range between 12 and 70 volts.
Can this cable be used to interface with the victron Cerbo unit?
Asked 8 ´months 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 th maximum voltage for a this 40 amp fuse fuse?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5176 Terminal Fuse 40 Amp
Answer:
The Blue Sea 5176 Terminal Fuse 40 Amp supports a maximum voltage of 58V DC.
Do you sell this Ancor wire sold by the foot?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Ancor 104010 Marine Tinned wire 14 awg Black - 100 ft roll
Answer:
No we only sell it in 100 ft rolls.
Asked 16 ´hours 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.
How long is the Victron NMEA 2000 VE.Can to Micro-C male cable?
Asked 7 ´months 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.
Is the output voltage range of the Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter adjustable?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy ORI122420020 Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter
Answer:
Yes, the Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter has an adjustable output voltage range of 20-30 Volts DC.
What is the input voltage range of the Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy ORI122420020 Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter
Answer:
The Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter, has an input voltage range of 9-18 Volts DC.
How many battery banks can the FET isolator charge at once?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron ARG200301020 Argofet 200 Amp Diode Battery Isolator for three batteries
Answer:
The Victron ARG200301020 Argofet 200 Amp Diode Battery Isolator can be used to charge three battery banks.
Can thie mini add a battery system be used with both a cranking battery and a deep cycle battery?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 7649 Mini Add-A-Battery System
Answer:
Yes it can as long as they are otherwise the same in chemistry
What's the shrink ratio of the 3 to 1 heatshrink tubing?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy Orion 24/12-40 DC-DC Converter with 40 Amp Output p/n ORI241240021
Answer:
The converter uses push on connectors and they do not support 40 amps so they doubled them up.
Does the DC voltmeter need a shunt for my sailboat setup?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Blue Sea 1733 Mini Digital DC Voltmeter with OLED display
Answer:
This is just a voltmeter and so doesn't require a shunt to operate.
Can you tell me the part number or length for a spare serpentine belt for the 48-YSP-3JH-E?
Asked 8 ´months 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 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy ITR050362041 Isolation Transformer 3600W with autodetect input voltage
Answer:
This transformer can change the voltage but not the frequency.
Does the Perkins 4108 kit include alternators?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Balmar 48-PSP-410-A Pulley Kit for Perkins 4107, 4108
Answer:
No, the Perkins 4108 kit does not include alternators, they must be bought separately.
Is a 40 amp fuse safe for gasoline powered boats?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5176 Terminal Fuse 40 Amp
Answer:
Yes, this 40 amp fuse is ignition protected, making it safe for installation aboard gasoline powered boats.
What belt size comes with the Perkins 4108 kit?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Balmar 48-PSP-410-A Pulley Kit for Perkins 4107, 4108
Answer:
Two 40" K6 belts are included in the kit for the Perkins 4108.
Can you use 12 gauge wire on a 30 amp breaker?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Blue Sea 7238 Double Pole Circuit Breaker 30 Amps White
Answer:
In a marine application we are normally going to use 10 awg wire with this breaker.
Asked 7 ´months ago | Blue Sea 8087 DC Blank Panel 8 Positions
Answer:
This blank panel only accepts C Frame toggle circuit breakers.
What is the warranty for this battery isolator?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
Does the 8367 Blue Sea AC Rotary Panel come with a back cover for protection?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Blue Sea 8367 AC Rotary Panel 120VAC/32A OFF + 2
Answer:
You could adapt Blue Sea 4026 Cover Panel Back 5-1/4 x 3-3/4 x 3 for this purpose.
Is the 100 circuit breaker Blue Sea 7044 suitable for a 12 VDC system?
Asked 7 ´months ago | Blue Sea 7044 Panel Mount 187-Series DC circuit breaker 100 Amps
Answer:
Yes the max voltage is 48 volts DC and you certainly can use it for 12 volts.
