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Victron IP Ratings Explained: Choosing Products for Your Environment
IP ratings tell you how well an electronic enclosure protects against dust and water.
Off-Grid Energy Guides & Articles
Expert guides, product comparisons, and how-to articles to help you get the most from your off-grid energy system.
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Encyclopaedia
Encyclopaedia
How Victron PowerAssist Works for Home Load Shaving
PowerAssist is a Victron feature that supplements your grid supply with battery power during high-demand periods.
How-To Guides
Victron Marine Electrical System: Sailboat Installation Guide
Installing a Victron electrical system in a cruising sailboat demands careful planning.
How-To Guides
Running a Coffee Machine in Your Campervan: Inverter Sizing Guide
One of the most common questions from campervan and motorhome owners is whether they can run a coffee machine from their battery system.
Product Comparisons
Victron LiFePO4 vs AGM Batteries: Complete Comparison for Off-Grid Systems
Choosing between lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) and AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) batteries is one of the most consequential decisions in any off-grid system...
Reference Guides
Victron Blue Smart IP22 Three-Output Charger: When and How to Use It
The Victron Blue Smart IP22 charger comes in both single-output and three-output versions.
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Smart Alternators Explained: Why Your Leisure Battery Is Not Charging
If you've installed a split charge relay in a modern van or motorhome and found that your leisure battery barely charges while driving, the culprit is...
How-To Guides
Installing Automatic Transfer Switches in Motorhomes
What Is an Automatic Transfer Switch? An automatic transfer switch (ATS) automatically selects between two AC power sources — typically campsite shore...
Reference Guides
Victron Wiring Unlimited: Key Takeaways and Quick Reference
Victron's "Wiring Unlimited" is the company's official design guide for DC system wiring — a free book that covers cable sizing, fuse selection, bus bar...
Encyclopaedia
Understanding Victron Inverter/Charger Ratings for Marine Use
When choosing a Victron inverter/charger for marine use, the specifications can be confusing. What does 3000VA actually mean in watts?
How-To Guides
Shore Power Charging for Motorhomes: A Complete Guide
Shore power (hookup) is the simplest way to charge your motorhome's leisure batteries while on a campsite.
Product Comparisons
Victron Orion XS vs Orion-Tr Smart: Which DC-DC Charger Should You Buy?
Victron's Orion-Tr Smart has been the go-to DC-DC charger for UK campervan and motorhome builds for years.