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  • Post in thread: System build look good? Component list

    That sure is a fun list of toys to add! I didn't realize the whole setup was so flexible. Theres a lot for me to look forward to playing with further down the road. I'm feeling much better about my revised component list. Thank you so much for all the help and ideas. Hopefully we run into...
  • Post in thread: System build look good? Component list

    Ahh, my error. Smartsolar is what I should have added. Thanks. Looking at my panel selction I should be good with Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT 150V 35 amp instead of the Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller (150V 70A Tr) I had originally planned for. I don't forsee adding any more panels...
  • Post in thread: Connecting batteries to Victron Shunt

    In Will's video Victron Made Easy! Design and Communication, Step-by-Step he shows his batteries directly connected to the Lynx Shunt. I'm trying to copy pretty much what he did here but I have no post to connect the batteries directly to the shunt. Victron appears to want a distributor on...
  • Post in thread: Connecting batteries to Victron Shunt

    Went with the power in on left (just 2 206AH Lipo4 batteries for now) - shunt - distributor. Already have the rest of the components, just wasn't expecting to have to come up with a different plan to connect the batteries. Thanks for your help !
  • Post in thread: System build look good? Component list

    You have been fantastic in your responses. I am really appreciative! Yes, I would rather spend a few more dollars now than be forced to spend a whole lot more when I am in a bad situation. Victron has repeatedly come up as reputable and reliable. I don't have any issues with your bias :) I...
  • Post in thread: System build look good? Component list

    For a sailboat, 9.9 outboards which don't require much to start but also only produce 6 amps for charging. Might keep these as a separate, isolated circuit. Long term cruising with a small dorm sized AC refrigerator, as main AC culprit although wife wants occasional hair dryer use. haha...
  • Post in thread: System build look good? Component list

    All right, just to make sure I have my head on straight.... So my MPPT will take my 24v panels and output 12v to inverter and batteries therefore I should be 12v for the inverter this one seems to fit... Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000/80-50 120V VE.Bus Inverter Charger Love the idea of...
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