Technical Support Q&A

Question 1

What is the difference between the Victron MultiPlus and Quattro models? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | 120 Volt Inverter Chargers

Question 2

Does the Blue Sea 3116 ELCI main breaker surface mount box have a two-pole main breaker? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Surface Mount Panels > Blue Sea 3116 ELCI Main Surface Mount Panel 30 Amp 120 VAC

Question 3

What maintenance is required after installation of one of these pulley kits for Yanmar 3GM? View answer

Asked 11 ´months ago | Technical Support

Question 4

Can I use any Class-T fuse in any Class-T fuse block? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Class-T Fuse Blocks

Question 5

How many battery balancers do I need for my system? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Battery Balancer

Question 6

Can Smart BMS be used in a system comprised of 4 batteries, 2 in series 2 in parrallel? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Technical Support

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of an AC Source Selector Switch? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | AC Source Selector Switches

Question 8

What's an easy, standalone method to maintain a 330ah battery for a year? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Technical Support

Question 9

What is the input fuse rating for the BlueSolar MPPT 100/30 charge controller? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Energy SCC020030200 BlueSolar MPPT Charge Controller 100/30 with expired warranty

Question 10

Should the Victron IP22 Charger be wired to the AC panel directly? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Blue Smart Chargers > Victron BPC123047102 Blue Smart IP22 Charger 12/30 120V with one output

Question 11

Can you recommend a 12-to-24 step up charger for my boat's bow thruster battery bank? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Smart DC Chargers > Victron Energy ORI122436140 Orion-Tr Smart 12/24-15A Non-Isolated DC-DC charger

Question 12

Why does PKYS emphasize high-output alternators for marine DC electrical systems? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Alternators and Regulators

Question 13

What is the benefit of an external regulator over a standard internal one? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Alternators and Regulators

Question 14

What are "Serpentine Belt Kits" or "Pulley Kits" used for? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Alternators and Regulators

Question 15

What are "Isolated Ground" alternators, and does PKYS sell them? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Alternators and Regulators

Question 16

Can the MPPT 100/30 Solar Controller remotely control my inverter? My current PWM controller can. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | MPPT Smart Solar Charge Controllers with built-in Bluetooth > Victron Energy SCC110030210 Smart Solar MPPT 100/30 Charge Controller with Bluetooth

Question 17

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

Asked 5 ´months ago | MPPT RS High Voltage Solar Charge Controllers

Question 18

Does the Blue Sea 1045 Dual USB Charger deliver 4.8 amps for each output? View answer

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

Question 19

Blue Sea 1839 tank monitor are the 4 tank sensors included? Do need to buy separate, and If so what sensors are recommended to use with this monitor? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Digital Meters > Blue Sea 1839 M2 Digital Tank Monitor for four tanks

Question 20

Is the Blue Seas switch panel 8084 adaptable to 230V AC? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 8084 Panel 20 Position AC/DC Panel

Question 21

What is the allowable input voltage range? Data sheet and manual say only 230V. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Transformers > Victron Energy ITR000702001 Isolation Transformer 7000W 230V

Question 22

What is the wattage of the Victron Energy 100 amp battery charger at full output? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Centaur Battery Chargers > Victron Energy CCH012100000 Centaur 12/100 Battery Charger 12 Volt 100 Amp

Question 23

How long is the comm cable that comes with the SG200? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Balmar Battery Monitors > Balmar SG200 battery monitor kit

Question 24

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

Asked 5 ´months ago | DC-DC Converters

Question 25

Do these DC DC converters feature remote control capabilities? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | DC-DC Converters

Question 26

Does the Victron Centaur 12/60 switch to maintenance mode after full charge? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Victron Centaur Battery Chargers > Victron Energy CCH012060000 Centaur 12/60 Battery Charger 12 Volt 60 Amp

Question 27

What is the main difference between Victron "SmartSolar" and "BlueSolar" MPPT controllers? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | MPPT Smart Solar Charge Controllers with built-in Bluetooth

Question 28

Are ANL fuses ignition protected? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | ANL Fuse Blocks

Question 29

Can the Blue Sea 7143 Circuit Breaker support reverse current? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 7143 Surface Mount 187-Series DC Circuit Breaker 90 Amps

Question 30

Can I use this cable to connect a Cerbo GX TO my NMEA 2000 backbone? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Inverter & Charger Accessories > Victron Energy ASS030520200 VE.Can to NMEA2000 Cable

Question 31

Is there a different cable for connecting to SeaTalkNG (Raymarine)? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Inverter & Charger Accessories > Victron Energy ASS030520200 VE.Can to NMEA2000 Cable

Question 32

Do I need a circuit breaker between the solar panels and the controller? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Solar Charge Controllers and Accessories

Question 33

Can I use a serpentine belt on this Balmar 621-120-DV Alternator instead of double V belts? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | 6 Series Single Foot Mount with Dual V pulley > Balmar 621-120-DV Alternator -12 Volt 120 Amp Dual Pulley

Question 34

Why does PKYS primarily sell "Pure Sine Wave" inverters over "Modified Sine Wave" models? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Victron Standard Inverters

Question 35

What is "State of Health" (SoH%), and why is it useful? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Balmar Battery Monitors

Question 36

If this cable is extended, will that affect operation? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Temperature Sensors > Victron Energy ASS000100000 Temperature Sensor for BMV 702/712 and Smart Shunt

Question 37

What does it mean if a breaker is "Trip-Free"? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Circuit Breakers

Question 38

Do you need a bluetooth dongle for this Victron Smart MPPT? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | MPPT Smart Solar Charge Controllers with built-in Bluetooth > Victron Energy SCC110020160R Smart Solar MPPT 100/20 Charge Controller with Bluetooth

Question 39

What is a "Ground Bus" and why would I need one on my fuse block? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Fuse Blocks

Question 40

Can the Victron PMP122305120 inverter withstand top water splashes? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Inverter chargers > Victron Energy PMP122305120 MultiPlus-II 12/3000/120-50 120V inverter/charger (OPEN BOX SPECIAL)

Question 41

Can the Victron ORI122421226 adjust voltage to charge lithium batteries? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Waterproof DC-DC Converters > Victron Energy ORI122421226 Orion IP67 DC-DC Converter 12/24-50

Question 42

Can the 8377 circuit breaker panel come complete with 16 circuit breaker? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Blue Sea 8377 DC Panel 16 Position

Question 43

Is unit programmable to simulate the "Engine On" feature of the Orion ? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Waterproof DC-DC Converters > Victron Energy ORI122421226 Orion IP67 DC-DC Converter 12/24-50

Question 44

Can I connect the Charge Disconnect to a MultiPlus AND an MPPT? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | BMS's for Victron SMART Lithium Batteries > Victron Energy BMS110022000 Smart Battery Management System BMS CL 12-100

Question 45

What is the Egis 2601 Power Distribution Module used for? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Power Distribution Module > Egis 2601 Power Distribution Module 14 circuit with kill switch (Retail Pack)

Question 46

What types of products are available in the Egis Mobile range at PKYS? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Egis Mobile Electric

Question 47

Does the Marinco 30 Amp have rear wire input protection? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | 30 Amp Shore Power > Marinco 30 Amp 125V White Boat Inlet with Stainless Steel Trim

Question 48

What is the required RPMs to obtain a 48V output? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | 48 Volt Alternators and Regulators > Balmar 96-48-100-K8 Alternator 48 Volts 100 Amps (case ground version)

Question 49

Why are insulators (like rubber boots and cable caps) necessary for marine and mobile electrical systems? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | Insulators

Question 50

What happens if my ELCI keeps tripping ("nuisance tripping")? View answer

Asked 5 ´months ago | ELCI Panels

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