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PWM vs. MPPT Solar Charge Controllers
In this article, we explain the difference between PWM and MPPT solar chargers and how Victron MPPT solar charge controllers act to maximize solar performance and extend the life of your battery bank.Read now -
Victron SmartSolar vs. Blue Solar Charge Controller
What's the difference between a Victron SmartSolar and a Blue Solar charge controller? In this article, we'll discuss what makes each unique and why a Bluetooth-enabled solar controller offers more options for customization and remote monitoring.Read now -
Navigating The Wild West of Lithium Battery Manufacturers
We often ask ourselves: Why do people prefer to buy this or that Lithium-iron Phosphate battery? In this blog, I'd like to share my perspective on the current lithium battery market and why we're so selective about the battery-inverter combinations that we sell and support.Read now
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Remote Power System Monitoring with Victron's GlobalLink 520 and Ruuvi Sensors
Remote monitoring systems are all about efficiency and labor savings. In this article, we introduce Victron's GlobalLink 520 and its recent firmware update, enabling even more versatility and data capture via communication with up to 10 Bluetooth-enabled devices, including Ruuvi temperature and humidity sensors.
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Victron Charger Naming Convention
Victron engineers took everything they knew about building the best inverter/chargers and scaled that down to an excellent line of about 10 different battery chargers, each designed for specific applications and needs. As you look at the variant name for each product on our website, here's the naming convention you'll see used and what it means.
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Some Battery Chargers Were Born to Rule
In this article, we cover our favorite features of Victron's Blue Smart IP65 Charger, answer common questions, and introduce accessories that make this product even more useful.Read now -
Victron & Pylontech: a Robust Inverter-Battery Combination for Off-grid Energy Systems
Can you use any battery with a Victron Energy system? Technically, yes. But here's what we recommend and why.
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The Path to Lithium Started with Cold Dead Lead
Why LiFePO4 batteries became our go-to for off-grid & backup energy systems
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Ruuvi Sensor Product & Accessory Walk-through
The RuuviTag is an environmental sensor that measures temperature, air humidity, air pressure, and movement. They are straightforward to set up, and with the free Ruuvi Station mobile app, you can label each sensor, start reading real-time data, and track those measurements directly on your smartphone.Read now