You're checking battery levels in an RV but don't want another display. This IP65-rated monitor uses a 99.6% accurate shunt and the VictronConnect app to show state of charge and usage, so you get precise data without adding a screen.
Basic voltage indicators leave you guessing on battery condition, especially when voltage alone doesn't show what's really going on under load. The SmartShunt fixes that with 99.6 percent shunt measurement technology and real-time tracking through the VictronConnect app instead of a built-in screen. You can check state of charge, voltage, current, amp hours, number of charge cycles, and time remaining without mounting an extra panel, so your setup stays clean while the battery data gets a lot more precise.
A fixed display only works when you're standing in front of it, which gets old fast when you want to check battery status from somewhere else in the rig or boat. This unit uses the VictronConnect smartphone app for real-time monitoring, configuration, configurable alerts, firmware updates, and up to 30 days of history. You can pull up battery and DC flow data on your phone as needed, so you're not tied to one mounting spot just to see what the system is doing.
Adding a monitor screen usually means more wiring, more mounting work, and more clutter around the electrical system. The displayless layout cuts that down, and the product description calls out installation flexibility for new or existing systems, easy retrofitting, minimal wiring, and reduced cable clutter. In a tight battery compartment or a cleaner build where you don't want another panel to place, you end up with detailed monitoring without turning the install into a bigger project.
Some battery monitors stop at local readouts, which becomes a limitation when you want the battery data to do more than sit on one screen. This unit adds VE.Smart Networking over Bluetooth, a VE.Direct port for connection to a GX device and VRM access, and battery data sharing for battery voltage, current, and temperature to connected chargers. When the system grows beyond a standalone monitor, the SmartShunt can pass battery data into connected Victron hardware instead of staying isolated.
Battery monitoring gear often ends up mounted where moisture, dirt, and temperature swings are part of the deal, and that can narrow where you can safely place it. This monitor carries an IP65 protection category, works from -40 to 120 degrees F (-40 to 50 degrees C), and supports lithium, AGM, and flooded batteries with extensive presets and custom profiles in VictronConnect. In real use, that gives you more freedom to place it in demanding environments and set it up around the battery chemistry you're actually running.
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Hi, everybody, Andy here with etrailer. Let's take a quick look at this Victron SmartShunt Battery Monitor. Now, this is a very accurate way to keep track of what your batteries are doing without needing a physical display. So instead of mounting a screen, this SmartShunt is going to install directly in line with your battery's negative cable, and it's going to measure how much current is flowing in and out. From that, it's gonna calculate things like battery voltage, current draw, state of charge, and overall battery health. Now, what makes this smart is that it does have built in Bluetooth.
So you just open the VictronConnect app on your phone or tablet, and you're gonna be able to see all the data in real time. Now, if you already use Victron equipment, this also has a VE.Direct port and it's gonna be able to connect to a Victron GX device for system-wide monitoring. So this model is rated for 500 amps with a 50 millivolt shunt, which is gonna make it suitable for larger battery systems like those in RVs, vans, boats, off-grid solar setups, or backup power systems. This is also IP65 rated, meaning it is sealed against dust, it's resistant to water spray, and it's good for tough environments. Getting my ruler here, let me give you some measurements.
Looking at the, what I'm calling the overall length, we're sitting pretty close to 4 3/4 inches long. The overall width, again, I'm gonna say right about 1 3/4 inches. And then, the height, looks like right about 1 3/4 inches. So 4 3/4 inches by 1 3/4 by 1 3/4. Lot of 3/4 there.
So this is gonna give you professional-grade battery monitoring. You're not gonna need a separate display, you're gonna be able to monitor everything from your smartphone or tablet. And it's going to integrate perfectly with other Victron gear. And it's gonna be rugged enough for mobile or marine use. Now, you will get instructions to guide you through the installation and the operation.
But if you happen to have any other questions, whether it's about this shunt or anything else that we have here at etrailer, don't hesitate to reach out. We wanna make sure that you're getting exactly what you need. Well, again, my name is Andy. Thank you for joining me.
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