Technical Support Q&A

Question 1

Does the "battery" and "load" labeling matter on the 150 amp circuit breaker? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 7189 Surface Mount 285 Series Circuit Breaker 150 Amps

Question 2

What are the "Tr" and "MC4" versions of Victron's solar charge controllers? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | MPPT Smart Solar Charge Controllers with built-in Bluetooth

Question 3

Does it matter which order I connect the battery and solar panels? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Solar Charge Controllers and Accessories

Question 4

Can this be used to charge a 24 v lithium battery in an RV with a 12 v smart alternator? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Step-Up DC-DC Converters > Victron Energy ORI122420020 Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter

Question 5

Is there a way to set the output current of the Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Step-Up DC-DC Converters > Victron Energy ORI122420020 Orion 12/24-20 Step-Up DC/DC Voltage Converter

Question 6

How do I know if I need this 15-TSS for my new alternator installation? I am replacing the Hitachi LR180-03C on my Yanmar 3JH4E View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Accessories > Balmar 15-TSS Tach Signal Stabilizer

Question 7

Can the mounting plate on the 1016 model dual usb charger be used on this model? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 1045 Fast Charge 4.8 Amp Dual USB Charger

Question 8

What is an Automatic Charge Relay (ACR)? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Relays, Solenoids and Combiners

Question 9

What is the difference between a relay and a solenoid on a boat? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Relays, Solenoids and Combiners

Question 10

What are the dimensions of the Blue Sea 1733 DC Voltmeter? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 1733 Mini Digital DC Voltmeter with OLED display

Question 11

I have Beneteau 37 2012 Ex moorings boat. Do I need to buy this 15-TSS when I upgrade to 170A Alternator XT-DF-170-J10 View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Accessories > Balmar 15-TSS Tach Signal Stabilizer

Question 12

Will this take single phase (euro ) 230 volt input and out put split phase 115 /115. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Transformers > Victron Energy ITR000100101 Autotransformer 120/240V-100A

Question 13

What does the "IP67" rating mean for the waterproof converters? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | DC-DC Converters

Question 14

Can this 200 Amp DC breaker be used in a 24-volt DC system? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Surface Mount 187 Series DC Circuit Breakers > Blue Sea 7149 Surface Mount 187-Series 200A DC Circuit Breaker

Question 15

Are there instructions available for Balmar 7095 alternator rebuild kit? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Accessories > Balmar 7095 Rebuild Kit for 95 Series Alternators IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE, SORRY

Question 16

What is the Victron MPPT RS series designed for? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | MPPT RS High Voltage Solar Charge Controllers

Question 17

Looking to connect the Victron Smart Solar MPPT 100/30 to the Cerbo GX. Which cable is the correct one please? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Standard VE Direct Cables > Victron Energy ASS030530310 VE.Direct Cable 10m long

Question 18

What is the warranty coverage for the Victron BMV 700 Precision Battery Monitor? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Battery Monitors > Victron Energy BAM010700000 BMV 700 Precision Battery Monitor

Question 19

Can the Victron BMV 700 monitor work with my 12V RV system using 4 x 6V batteries? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Battery Monitors > Victron Energy BAM010700000 BMV 700 Precision Battery Monitor

Question 20

Can the Blue Sea 7717 remote battery switch be used on a 48 volt battery bank? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 7717 Remote Battery Switch with lock - 24 Volt

Question 21

What are the specific dimensions of the Blue Sea 2719 MaxiBus Insulating Cover? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 2719 MaxiBus Insulating Cover for PN 2127 and 2128

Question 22

Does the Blue Sea 3113 Panel fit two 7269 C-Series toggle breakers? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Surface Mount Panels > Blue Sea 3113 Surface Mount System Panel with 6 Blank Positions

Question 23

When should I choose an "Isolated" DC-DC converter over a non-isolated one? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | DC-DC Converters

Question 24

When will the Victron Orion XS support 24V systems? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron ORI121217040 Orion XS 12/12-50 non-isolated DC-DC charger

Question 25

Does the Balmar high output alternator 60-24-70-K6 need an external regulator? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | 6 Series Dual Foot Mount with K6 Pulley > Balmar 60-24-70-K6 Alternator -24 Volt 70 Amp K6 Pulley

Question 26

What are the dimensions and hole positions of the blue sea 30 amp breaker? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Toggle Circuit Breakers > Blue Sea 7238 Double Pole Circuit Breaker 30 Amps White

Question 27

What are the main categories of DC-DC converters available at shop.pkys.com? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | DC-DC Converters

Question 28

Is the Smart Solar MPPT 150/35 Charge Controller certified for marine use? (will it pass a survey if mounted in engine compartment of boat?) View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | MPPT Smart Solar Charge Controllers with built-in Bluetooth > Victron Energy SCC115035210 Smart Solar MPPT 150/35 Charge Controller with Bluetooth

Question 29

What is the primary purpose of the DC-DC converters sold by PKYS View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | DC-DC Converters

Question 30

Do I need a Battery Management System (BMS) for lithium batteries? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Batteries

Question 31

The installation diagram shows only one battery, I have 3 LiFePO4 in parallel. Do you attach the positive wire to the most positive terminal and negative to most negative terminal? or do you attach to the center battery? Thanks, Russ View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Inverter & Charger Accessories > Victron Energy ASS030537010 VE.BUS Bluetooth Smart dongle

Question 32

What cable is used to connect the Victron Energy REC030001210 Phoenix Inverter Control to the inverter? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Standard Inverters > Victron Energy REC030001210 Phoenix Inverter Control

Question 33

I have a Phoenix VE Direct inverter on my boat and I want to be able to enable/ disable it remotely. Do you recommend this switch? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Standard Inverters > Victron Energy REC030001210 Phoenix Inverter Control

Question 34

Does this device offer all of the programming functionality of the MK3 to USB cable when used with a Quattro unit? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Inverter & Charger Accessories > Victron Energy ASS030537010 VE.BUS Bluetooth Smart dongle

Question 35

Can I find educational resources within these application pages? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Applications

Question 36

How does PKYS support users with unique application needs? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Technical Support

Question 37

Is a BatteryProtect bi-directional? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Battery Protects

Question 38

Is the Marine Lithium Battery kit pre-assembled or pre-programmed? View answer

Asked 8 ´months ago | Technical Support

Question 39

How many circuits does the Blue Sea 5028 fuse block support, and what are the amperage and voltage ratings? View answer

Asked 8 ´months ago | ATO/ATC Fuse Blocks > Blue Sea 5028 ST Blade Fuse Block with 6 Circuits and Cover

Question 40

Is this Blue Sea 6006 switch suitable for installation on gasoline-powered boats? View answer

Asked 8 ´months ago | Technical Support

Question 41

How do I connect the Wakespeed regulator to a Victron Cerbo GX? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Wakespeed regulator and accessories

Question 42

What accessories or additional items might I need to go with the Orion XS 12/12-50 non-isolated DC-DC charger? View answer

Asked 8 ´months ago | Smart DC Chargers > Victron ORI121217050 Orion XS 12/12-50 non-isolated DC-DC charger with EMC improvements

Question 43

Where can I find the full manual for the Victron Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A non-isolated DC DC charger? View answer

Asked 8 ´months ago | Smart DC Chargers > Victron Energy ORI121236140 Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A Non-Isolated DC-DC charger

Question 44

Hello, Can you confirm that the XT-DF 250 DFwill fit as a replacement for the stock Hitachi on a Yanmar 4JH4E ? View answer

Asked 3 ´months ago | Dual Foot XT Alternator Kits > Balmar XT-DF-250-J10-KIT Alternator Kit with Max Charge regulator

Question 45

Does wiring the Lynx BMS NG with the remote toggle in the remote loop satisfy the new ABYC E13.6.7 View answer

Asked 4 ´months ago | Technical Support

Question 46

What's the difference between isolated and non isolated? View answer

Asked 7 ´months ago | Waterproof DC-DC Converters > Victron Energy ORI241210260 Orion IP67 DC-DC Converter 24/12-10

Question 47

Will this Balmar 48-YSP-3GM-B Pulley Kit work with a Balmar 6 series alternator? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Serpentine belt kits for Yanmar engines > Balmar 48-YSP-3GM-B Pulley Kit for Yanmar 2GM20-F, 3GM30-F, 3GM-F

Question 48

Can I get this kit with the isolated ground version of the alternator? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Dual Foot XT Alternator Kits > Balmar XT-DF-170-J10-KIT alternator kit with Max Charge regulator

Question 49

Can I migrate the settings from a Venus GX to a new Cerbo GX when I upgrade? View answer

Asked 4 ´months ago | Communication Centers > Cerbo GX Mk2

Question 50

Can the regulator be upgraded to the new 618 model? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Dual Foot XT Alternator Kits > Balmar XT-DF-170-J10-KIT alternator kit with Max Charge regulator

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