Can the Blue Sea 7717 remote battery switch be used on a 48 volt battery bank?
Asked 8 ´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.
Asked 8 ´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 8 ´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.
Where should I place the Victron Terminator in the network?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy ASS030700000 RJ45 End Terminator (bag of 2)
Answer:
These Victron end Terminators go at both ends of a VE Can network.
What alternators work with the Balmar MC-612-DUAL Regulator?
Asked 8 ´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.
How long is the Victron NMEA 2000 VE.Can to Micro-C male cable?
Asked 8 ´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.
Who makes the 240v selector switch?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 9019 AC Selector Switch, 240V 63A OFF +2
Answer:
Kraus and Naimer are the manufacturers of the 240v ac switch for Blue Sea Systems.
What is the voltage rating of a maxi fuse?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5140 Maxi Fuse 50 Ampere
Answer:
The voltage rating of a maxi fuse is 32 volts DC.
Can this 200 Amp DC breaker be used in a 24-volt DC system?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 7149 Surface Mount 187-Series 200A DC Circuit Breaker
Answer:
Yes, this breaker is rated for up to 48 volts DC
Does the DC voltmeter need a shunt for my sailboat setup?
Asked 8 ´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.
What are the dimensions of the Blue Sea 1733 DC Voltmeter?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 1733 Mini Digital DC Voltmeter with OLED display
Answer:
Here is a drawing:
Can the Victron 100 amp diode isolator be used for my two alternator system?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
Is the Blue Sea 1045 compatible with a 24-volt power supply?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 1045 Fast Charge 4.8 Amp Dual USB Charger
Answer:
Yes the Blue Sea 1045 can be used with a power supply of 9 -32 Volts DC
Does the Perkins 4108 kit include alternators?
Asked 8 ´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.
What belt size comes with the Perkins 4108 kit?
Asked 8 ´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 8 ´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.
How efficient is this 12v to 24v step up converter?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy Orion 12/24-5 Step-Up Isolated DC/DC Converter (120W)
Answer:
The Victron Energy Orion 12/24-5 Step-Up Isolated DC/DC Converter (120W) operates with an efficiency of 88%.
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 8087 DC Blank Panel 8 Positions
Answer:
This blank panel only accepts C Frame toggle circuit breakers.
Does the 8367 Blue Sea AC Rotary Panel come with a back cover for protection?
Asked 8 ´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 8 ´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.
Asked 8 ´months 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.
Is there a warranty included with the Blue Sea 9001e Battery Selector Switch?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 9001e Battery Selector Switch 1-2-BOTH-OFF
Answer:
This product has a lifetime warranty from the manufacturer. Full details are available on the manufacturers web page
What are the physical measurements of the blue sea 9001e switch?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 9001e Battery Selector Switch 1-2-BOTH-OFF
Answer:
Here is a drawing:
Is the Blue Sea 5511e dual battery switch suitable for a 36V four-battery system?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5511e Dual Circuit Plus Battery Switch
Answer:
No this won't work, the switch is only rated to 32 volts DC
What is the continuous rating of these mini relays?
Asked 8 ´months 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 8 ´months 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 8 ´months 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 8 ´months 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.
How much does this 12/2000 Victron MultiPlus 12 2000 weigh?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy PMP122200102 MultiPlus 12/2000/80-50 120V VE.Bus (UL Listed)
Answer:
This MultiPlus 12/2000 weighs in at 15.5 kg which is slightly above 34 Lbs
Can I use this ato fuse kit for marine applications?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5287 ATO/ATC Fuse Kit
Answer:
Yes, the Blue Sea 5287 ATO/ATC Fuse Kit can be utilized for marine applications.
Is the 50 amp mega fuse designed for what voltage DC systems?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy MIDI-fuse 50 Amp Rated to 58 Volts DC
Answer:
The 50 amp fuse is specifically designed for utilization in 48 Volt DC systems.
What is the voltage of the 30 amp fuse in the Blue Sea 5245 pack?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5245 ATO/ATC Fuse 30 Amp (2 pack)
Answer:
32 volts DC is the maximum rated voltage for these ATO/ATC fuses
What's the maximum voltage for this 15 amp ATO/ATC fuse?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5242 ATO/ATC 15A Fuse (2 Pack)
Answer:
The maximum voltage for these fuses is 32 Volts DC.
What is difference between ATC and ATO fuses?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Blue Sea 5246 ATO/ATC Fuse 40 Amp (2 pack)
Answer:
ATC fuses have a closed base, ATO fuses have an opening at the base between the blades.
What is the battery capacity of the Victron BMV-712?
Asked 8 ´months ago
Answer:
The meter can be programmed to measure batteries up to 2000 Amp Hours
What is the maximum system voltage this SmartShunt can handle?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy SHU050150050 SmartShunt 500A/50mV (Standard version)
Answer:
This SmartShunt can handle battery systems up to 70 VDC.
What's the warranty length for this 200 amp battery isolator I'm buying?
Asked 8 ´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.
What size terminals does the Victron SHU500050100 shunt have?
Asked 8 ´months 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.
Is ATC fuse the same as ATO fuse?
Asked 8 ´months ago
Answer:
ATC has a closed base and ATO has an open base.
What is the difference between isolated and non-isolated inverters?
Asked 8 ´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?
How do you test a Balmar alternator?
Asked 8 ´months 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 8 ´months 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 8 ´months 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 8 ´months 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 8 ´months 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's the max efficiency of the Victron 150/100 MPPT controller SCC115110411?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Victron Energy SCC115110411 SmartSolar MPPT 150/100-Tr VE.Can
Answer:
The peak efficiency of the Victron Energy SCC115110411 SmartSolar MPPT 150/100-Tr VE.Can, also known as the 150/100, is 98%.
Does the Balmar regulator come with a purchase warranty?
Asked 8 ´months ago | Balmar ARS-5-H Regulator 12 Volts
Answer:
The Balmar ARS-5-H Regulator comes with a Manufacturers one-year limited warranty upon purchase.
What is the hookup configuration for the alternator temperature sensor?
Asked 8 ´months 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 8 ´months ago | Balmar MC-TS-A Alternator Temperature Sensor
Answer:
The alternator temperature sensor attaches to a xxxx in the middle of the alternator case.
