Victron SmartShunt vs BMV-712 compared: same shunt accuracy, but the BMV adds a display, programmable relay and alarm buzzer. Which to buy for vans and RVs.
Category: Guides & Comparisons
In-depth guides, comparisons and how-tos for power stations, solar and backup power.
SmartSolar vs BlueSolar MPPT: same Victron charging hardware, but SmartSolar adds built-in Bluetooth and Smart Battery Sense. See which one to buy.
What size Victron DC-DC charger do you need? Compare Orion-Tr Smart 18A/30A and Orion XS 50A against your alternator, battery and wiring, step by step.
Victron MultiPlus-II vs Quattro compared: one AC input or two, continuous and peak watts, charger current and idle draw, from Victron’s 120V datasheets.
How to set up a Victron Cerbo GX step by step: power and data cables, the built-in Wi-Fi access point, GX Touch display, VRM remote monitoring and tanks.
Victron MultiPlus-II 2×120 wiring diagram explained for 50A RVs: split-phase input, L1/L2 outputs, 240V loads, battery cables, fusing and setup tips.
How to connect a Victron MPPT to solar panels: series vs parallel, the 100V and 150V limits, cold-weather Voc, wiring order, fusing and app setup.
What size Victron MultiPlus do you need? Compare the MultiPlus-II 12/3000, 12/4000, 24/5000 and 2×120 by continuous watts, charger amps and use.
What size Victron shunt do you need? Match the SmartShunt 300A, 500A, 1000A or 2000A to your inverter and charger current, with worked examples.
What size Victron battery charger do you need? Match Blue Smart IP22 and IP65 amps to your battery’s amp-hours, chemistry and charge time, with examples.