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  • How to Charge Batteries Off Your Engine and Stock Alternator
    June 20, 2023 Aaron Hanson

    How to Charge Batteries Off Your Engine and Stock Alternator

    Victron Energy's Orion-Tr Smart DC-DC charger is the ideal solution for charging a lithium battery bank from your vehicle or boat's alternator. It works with both regular and smart alternators to provide a precise, controlled charge. The Orion’s remote ON/OFF contact allows the device to be turned on and off manually or automatically using a battery management system.

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  • Victron SmartSolar vs. BlueSolar Charge Controller
    January 6, 2023 Reid Loessberg

    Victron SmartSolar vs. BlueSolar Charge Controller

    What's the difference between a Victron SmartSolar and a BlueSolar 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.
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  • Victron Battery Charger Naming Convention Explained
    August 24, 2022 Jack Russell

    Victron Battery Charger Naming Convention Explained

    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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