Technical Support Q&A

Question 1

Will this Victron Phoenix Inverter Control for VE Direct Inverters work with the Victron MultiPlus? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron VE Direct Inverters > Victron Phoenix Inverter Control for VE Direct Inverters

Question 2

What is the Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A Non-Isolated DC-DC Charger? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Smart DC Chargers > Victron Energy ORI121236140 Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A Non-Isolated DC-DC charger

Question 3

Can I monitor the Lynx BMS NG remotely, and what tools are needed? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Victron Battery Monitors > Battery Management System for Victron Smart Lithium Batteries

Question 4

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

Question 5

Is the ARS-5 regulator's max field current limited? Can it handle a large alternator? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar ARS-5 Regulator 12 Volts (No wiring harness) While stocks last

Question 6

Can't the ARS-5 be programmed for LFP too, using Program Advanced Mode? It just does not have preset values for LFP. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar ARS-5 Regulator 12 Volts (No wiring harness) While stocks last

Question 7

I have a Universal M-12 diesel engine with a 55 amp stock Motorola alternator. Can I use the ARS-5? I understand that I will need to have the alternator modified for external regulation. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar ARS-5 Regulator 12 Volts (No wiring harness) While stocks last

Question 8

Is the Orion XS 12/12-50 suitable for lithium batteries? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Smart DC Chargers > Victron ORI121217050 Orion XS 12/12-50 non-isolated DC-DC charger with EMC improvements

Question 9

What EMC improvements does Victron ORI121217050 Orion XS 12/12-50 have? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Smart DC Chargers > Victron ORI121217050 Orion XS 12/12-50 non-isolated DC-DC charger with EMC improvements

Question 10

Is this the compatible remote panel for the Victron MultiPlus? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Skylla IP65 Chargers > Victron Energy REC000300010R Skylla-i Control GX Remote Panel

Question 11

What are the key technical specifications of the MultiPlus-II 12/3000/120-50 2x120V Inverter/Charger? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Residential and Commercial > Victron PMP122305102 MultiPlus-II 12/3000/120-50 2x120V Inverter/Charger (UL Version)

Question 12

What is the main purpose of the Victron Smart BatteryProtect 65A? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Battery Protects > Victron Energy BPR065022000 Smart BatteryProtect with Bluetooth 12/24V - 65A

Question 13

Is programming required for the MultiPlus-II 12/3000/120-50 2x120V inverter charger and how is it done? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Residential and Commercial > Victron PMP122305102 MultiPlus-II 12/3000/120-50 2x120V Inverter/Charger (UL Version)

Question 14

What are the key electrical specifications of the Victron MPPT 100/5- View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | MPPT Smart Solar Charge Controllers with built-in Bluetooth > Victron Energy SCC110050210 Smart Solar MPPT 100/50 Charge Controller with Bluetooth

Question 15

Where is the APM-12 body mounted? How should it be attached? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Accessories > Balmar APM-12 Alternator Protection Module for 12 volt systems

Question 16

What components are included in the 48-YSP-4JH-D pulley kit? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Serpentine belt kits for Yanmar engines > Balmar 48-YSP-4JH-D Pulley Kit for Yanmar 4JH3, E, TE, HTE

Question 17

What are the APM-12 product dimensions? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Accessories > Balmar APM-12 Alternator Protection Module for 12 volt systems

Question 18

Is the MC-618 an upgrade to the MC-614? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar regulators and accessories > Balmar MC-618 Voltage Regulator 12 Volts (No Harness) while stocks last

Question 19

Does the Balmar MC-618 Voltage Regulator use the same harness as mc614? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar regulators and accessories > Balmar MC-618 Voltage Regulator 12 Volts (No Harness) while stocks last

Question 20

I am using the MC-618 regulator on my Genset to control its 180 amp alternator. It is charging lithium batteries. Should I adjust the charge rate ? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar regulators and accessories > Balmar MC-618 Voltage Regulator 12 Volts (No Harness) while stocks last

Question 21

I would like to enable the device with ignition switch and remote switch. What gauge wire is needed to run to the starter power supply? Does this also require an inline fuse? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Smart DC Chargers > Victron Energy ORI122436140 Orion-Tr Smart 12/24-15A Non-Isolated DC-DC charger

Question 22

Where in the ABYC does it list the fuse requirement for an LFP battery? AIC? View answer

Asked 6 ´months ago | Older generation Lithium Smart Batteries > Victron BAT512120610 Smart Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery 12.8V 200 Ahr

Question 23

What is the warranty period for the Victron Batteries? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Technical Support

Question 24

What do users say in reviews of the Victron MultiPlus 12/2000/80-50 120V VE.Bus - pros, cons, and common issues? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Residential and Commercial > Victron Energy PMP122200102 MultiPlus 12/2000/80-50 120V VE.Bus (UL Listed)

Question 25

I would like to charge my 100ah lithium battery in the camper while I am driving. Is this Cyrix-Li-ct 12/24V-120A intelligent Li-ion battery combiner the right part? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy CYR010120412 Cyrix-Li-ct 12/24V-120A intelligent Li-ion battery combiner

Question 26

Will this Cyrix-Li-ct 12/24V-120A intelligent Li-ion battery combiner over-stress a sprinter alternator when used with a Victron LI 200Ah battery? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy CYR010120412 Cyrix-Li-ct 12/24V-120A intelligent Li-ion battery combiner

Question 27

Does an Orion TR dc to dc charger need a battey on both sides? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Technical Support

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 1 ´year 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 parasitical draw? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | 12 Volt Accessories > Marinco SeaLink Deluxe Dual USB Charger and 12V Receptacle

Question 30

Can this charger be ordered with the fused M8 eyelet leads? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Blue Smart Chargers > Victron Energy BPC121531104 Blue Smart IP 65 Waterproof Battery Charger 12/15 (1) with Bluetooth

Question 31

Battleborn lithium battery specs say their ideal charging voltage is 14.6. For your charger, the specs say it will charge Li-ion batteries at 14.2. What difference, if any, does that make? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Blue Smart Chargers > Victron Energy BPC121531104 Blue Smart IP 65 Waterproof Battery Charger 12/15 (1) with Bluetooth

Question 32

Is it ok to use this charger on two parallel connected 12 v batteries? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Blue Smart Chargers > Victron Energy BPC121531104 Blue Smart IP 65 Waterproof Battery Charger 12/15 (1) with Bluetooth

Question 33

What are the key features of the BEP 770-EZ? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Battery Switches > BEP 770-EZ Pro Installer 400A EZ-Mount On/Off Battery Switch - MC10

Question 34

For this product, what is the diameter of the hole required to accept the wall-penetrating portion of the outlet housing. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | 12 Volt Accessories > Marinco SeaLink Deluxe Dual USB Charger and 12V Receptacle

Question 35

I have a 95 Prevost marathon motorhome I'm upgrading. The Quattro 24/8000 would be perfect specs for my application however I'm wondering if I can use the euro 230 model and an auto transformer to get the 3 wire 240 I need for cooktop? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | 24 Volt Quattro 230 VAC > Victron Quattro 24/8000/200-100/100 230V VE.Bus

Question 36

The 5032 split bus is supposed to have 6 switched and 6 constant terminals, correct. Can you tell me why all 12 of mine show 12.6 when testing without the engine being turned on??? Thanks View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 5032 Split Bus Fuse Block for 2 sets of 6 Fuses

Question 37

Do these new pulleys change the rpm ratio on my tach? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar 48-USP-M-B Pulley Kit for Universal M35

Question 38

Can the Blue Sea 7725 Safety Hub 100 satisfy the "fuse within 7" of the house battery (200 Ah, 1AWG cable) if connected with a short enough cable, or do you still need a separate fuse between it and the battery? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Blue Sea 7725 Fuse Block Safety Hub 100

Question 39

I am interested in this product, but I am confused about the mega fuses and there large amp sizes. My inverter/charger uses a 200amp fuse but all others use a much smaller fuse. Not sure how this works? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy LYN060102000 Lynx Distributor (M8)

Question 40

I have a tachometer that is adjustable, but extremely difficult to do so. Will this work with an adjustable tach? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Accessories > Balmar 15-TSS Tach Signal Stabilizer

Question 41

Does this require the dongle for the bluetooth to work? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Battery Monitors > Victron Energy SHU050210050 SmartShunt 1000A/50mV

Question 42

How does the Victron NG batteries communication and monitoring work? View answer

Asked 2 ´months ago | Technical Support

Question 43

How does the RuuviTag 4 handle data logging and alerts? View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Temperature Sensors > RuuviTag Bluetooth 4 in 1 Sensor - Temp, Humidity, Pressure & Motion

Question 44

What is the weight of the 48V alternator? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | 48 Volt Alternators and Regulators > Balmar 96-48-100-K8 Alternator 48 Volts 100 Amps (case ground version)

Question 45

Will this connect to the MC-614 and provide bluetooth and work with your app? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar Battery Monitors > Balmar SG2-0300 Bluetooth Gateway for SG200

Question 46

What else is needed other than what comes with the SG2-0300 to be able to program the MC-618 voltage regulator via Bluetooth? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Balmar Battery Monitors > Balmar SG2-0300 Bluetooth Gateway for SG200

Question 47

How should a Victron NG battery be mechanically installed? View answer

Asked 2 ´months ago | Technical Support

Question 48

Will the VICTRON ENERGY GX TOUCH 50 work with the Victron Venus GX? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Energy BPP900455050 GX Touch 50

Question 49

Could a defective isolator cause an over voltage charge in one set of batteries? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | FET Battery Isolators > Victron ARG200301020 Argofet 200 Amp Diode Battery Isolator for three batteries

Question 50

Does this Centaur battery charger have 3 charge outputs? I want to charge a large lithium house battery with 24 vdc for one profile and a 12 vdc agm starter battery with a second profile View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Victron Centaur Battery Chargers > Victron Energy CCH024060000 Centaur 24/60 Battery Charger 24 Volt 60 Amp

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