How to Add Fuse Holders to a Victron Lynx Power In for a DIY Camper Electrical System

[@Momandsonrv]

Deez nuts.... I’ve been waiting for this video,, did not disappoint glad to see Nate has a common sense of humor..

[@EricMarenyi]

Love that part..."and deez nutz"

[@StephenSmith-kp8kh]

Ordered distributer only to play with app. Excellent short cut video with easy to follow task analysis and procedures. Just discovered you, thankfully

[@hummmingbear]

+1 for posting this. Just saved me $60 from buying the one that supports fuses out of the box (and comes with a pcb I don't need). Also +1 to victron for making it easy to do this on their "non-fused" version

[@EXPLORISTlife]

No problem. Happy to help!

[@earthenergyhex]

Great video, I have been watching as many of your Victron videos as I can. I am slowly moving away from Schneider Electric to Victron.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@thejarrettfamily4366]

This!!! I bought this one back in December thinking I had the distributor - panicked thinking I needed to go back and BOOM This video!!! Thank you 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@LolaandPooch]

I did the exact same thing!

[@Chris-tg7qb]

Thanks Nate! I just used your hack because I only needed one mega fuse for my new Victron Multiplus. I already had fuse holders for all my other Victron components! This was so easy with your instructional video and it saved me money. Love your channel and all your hard work is very much appreciated.👍

[@melissakathleenfransky2233]

This mod is worth it. I picked up the hardware at the local store for $9.76CAN. Simple way to save about $80.00CAN. It took about 5 minutes to do. Thanks for sharing this hack Nate. ✌️

[@WayneRigley]

Thanks, you just saved me $125 as I'm about to order parts for our build...

[@JjMn1000]

Ok

[@gonefilming2020]

Thanks, Nate! Your tips do help with our electrical install greatly - even in Germany. 😁👍

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@803mastiff9]

I was really impressed by the substantial weight and build quality of the Lynx Distributor when i received it. $200 is a much better option than penny wise pound foolish......Supplying a premade 5v power adapter would be nice vs having to handycraft one....I am thinking an even better option may be dropping your machine off at Nate's shop.

[@aldimore]

I have three batteries so I did this hack and used the 4th slot for my main system fuse. Saved a few bucks and this should handle a 400 amp fuse nicely.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@Vinny_108]

I’m on this exact part! You literally make it so easy. I thought this would be so stressful but your videos save the day!

[@KampingKids]

This is awesome. I think I will try this option instead of going with the distributor for now.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

👍👍

[@DavidJones-su9ob]

Great video as always! One thing that I would add is to be careful when tightening the 2 nuts holding the Mega fuse. Even with the washer and lock washer, the Mega fuse attachment lugs can have a tendency to rotate and if there is enough rotation, the connection can separate (ask me how I know). I had to go out and purchase another Mega fuse to replace the one that broke. You want the connection to be tight enough but just be aware of the rotation of the fuse!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

For sure! There are torque specs in the Power In and Lynx Distributor to help with that.

[@DavidJones-su9ob]

@@EXPLORISTlife Thanks for pointing that out. I did miss it!

[@OttoMatieque]

I just upgraded my Lynx Power In (doing a new build) - thanks

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@jefferycundiff3804]

Just wanted to thank you for making this video. At the beginning of the pandemic I setup solar with a 24v battery bank and 2 victron multiplus inverters. Recently I have been having issues with my fuse holder getting hot and melting the plastic and this video helped me reduce connection points by putting the fuses in the bussbar. So I think my setup is a good bit safer now so thank you very much sir.

[@ed-ey1yb]

My best guess for copper lock washers is it prevents damage to other flat surfaces. I have steel lock washers that have gouged out my copper cable lugs in other connections (on terminals where there wasn't enough room for a washer)

[@StansE250]

Pretty much ... Copper Split Locks require much less tightening force to 'collapse', while still giving enough resistance against nut to mitigate backing-off. Stainless or carbon split locks have the capacity to weaken damage the related [Plastic]

[@michaeldrzewiecki3757]

Thank you! Doing this mod today.. well technically 3/4 of this mod as the remaining post I am leaving as power in from the battery bank as I am mounting a main fuse closer to the battery

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@LolaandPooch]

The parts finally arrived! I had a little trouble with the screws. No idea what it's called, but a tiny cross-shaped bit worked. I'm installing my electrical system this week and I could not have done it without your simple instructs on an insanely complex subject. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! 🐶

[@davfre8000]

Just binged on this whole series! most helpful set of vids I've found and I've watched days worth of videos on this. Thank you so much. Waiting for your next videos!

[@roadrescue829]

Should add what type of fuses are needed they are mega fuses I found out after ordering anl then midi would be nice to add to your description thanks for the video I completed and enjoy

[@StevenNorth-1]

Just did this! On mine 4 screws were not Philips heads, they are #2 pozidrive. Don't strip those screws if you try this!

[@garysurovec]

I added a washer just under the bottom of the fuse on the added nut. Just to provide a bit more surface area under the fuse besides just the of the nut. Adds juuuust a bit of slope to the tabs of the fuse but nothing to lose sleep about. I'd rather have the added surface area under the fuse than just the nut.

[@skeeterdiablo]

Newb question. Using this method, how could you tell if a mega fuse is blown without the little light indicator? I kinda like the light but not sure if it's worth the extra $70. BTW, your videos have been very helpful explaining a lot of this. I've watched many of them several times over. electric stuff is confusing and scares me. lol

[@EXPLORISTlife]

If the component stops working, you can use a multimeter to test voltage on either side of the fuse to see if it's blown. The fuses in the Lynx Distributor shouldn't be blowing unless something catastrophic happens, though.

[@K9TPT]

Nate is it possible to feed a Lynx Distributor from the right side somehow instead of the left ? Thank you

[@gavinfitzgerald668]

Hi Nate , I would love to see your do and don'ts on installing a 12 volt invertor attached to a van system

[@ZillaYT]

Did I understand that right? The Lynx Distributor can be used a Lynx Power In? The only reason not to do that is expense? I thought of this when I watched the other video on the distribution system on why you'll need another part.

[@Lapeerphoto]

You have the best hacks!! Thanks man!!

[@JackRussell7277]

Hey Nate, thank you for the whole series of understandable instruction. In my setup, I've 5 circuits I'd like to run via a distributor. I know I could piggyback another Lynx In on the first, but then I've got more circuit capacity than I need. Sooo, could I use the two piggyback terminals on my Lynx In as a 5th connection point so long as the positive wire is appropriately fused, (downstream of the Lynx In) at the device? Thanks mate.

[@user-ze7tl2dw4i]

What if you need mode than 4 slots? E.g. wiring an inverter and shore power in/charger separately. Can you just double up on one?

[@marcelorescala8935]

Thanks! I can't wait for the hack next week!

[@dennisspino2607]

Hi Nate, Thank you so much for all you do. I'm not a camper but a lot of what you say I have used with my home set up and I'm thankful for that mostly with the solar disconnect video. My question here is with the Victron Energy Lynx Power in Battery Connector do you just hook the battery bank to the tabs on the outside and then hook the charge controller and other equipment to the inside bolts?

[@CasLaz]

Awesome video as always Nate, Thanks! Will be doing this for our van! ✌👍

[@housesOTR]

Thanks. Your videos are great.

[@jackmason7518]

Good Morning. Can you talk about the Victron Energy GX Touch #50 and how to use it and keep the cost down to start. Jack

[@nuclearbox2]

Easy detail to miss but If you begin assembling this and wonder why the fuse didn't line up flat, there is a nut that goes under the fuse, then the fuse and lug are stacked over it, then the second nut over it. The first nut is critical to bring the fuse up to the same height as the bus bar.

[@timothyflynn]

Thanks for doing this. The link for the bolts takes me to 25mm not 30mm. Do you know which I really need? After adding this up kinda wish I would have got the distributor but this is where I'm at 😂

[@skiimountaineer]

Where do you buy your mega fuses and what brand do you use?

[@recoblade1465]

Thank you

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful. Cheers!

[@deirdre444]

Great video, as always.

[@ourworldonwheels]

Is the general consensus to fit the fuse first then lug on top? I must admit I’ve always fitted the lug first then fuse on top. Is there a correct way? Or is It just personal preference? Cheers 👍🏼

[@MikeWardNet]

Just noticed the link in the description for the bolts is for the 25mm length, not the 30mm length.

[@timothyflynn]

Did you figure this out I am getting ready to order and noticed the same thing

[@madeleinehughes4757]

Hi Nate - I have zinc washers and bolts at home. Can I use these or do they need to be stainless steel?

[@tonylovell6447]

I just purchased this Victron Lynx Power in. I am going to have 4 batteries connected to this bus bar. Each battery has a 120a BMS. Will a 125a fuse work or should I go 150a?

[@waynepecor582]

Hi Nate I may have missed it but have you talked about the pros and con of a 24 volt system?If so were can I find it and do you have a 24 volt diagram? This information has been very helpful in our Skoolie build!

[@philipkim7110]

HEllo! Thank you for the video. What is the name of the fuse at 3:30? Can I use ANL Fuse?

[@jpsoundfx]

Your videos are great and I subscribed instantly! I really want to know if the Victron Distributor is also compatible with other systems (Renogy components). If not, I will gladly use a Victron Power in. Thank you for any feedback!

[@photomuse768]

Hey, Nate. Can I use a cable instead of a copper bar? If so, what size?

[@Remodelmonster]

Short Version of last comment - What would be the best way to connect a 2nd battery bank under a sink to the existing battery bank under the steps? Thanks! Would really love a video as I couldn't find anything on this topic.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Oof... I'm a big big proponent of not splitting the battery bank locations. If you are bound and determined to have batteries in two different locations, I think your proposed plan is the best you'll be able to do. Make sure the wires from each battery bank to the power in/distributor are the same length and size.

[@estrouse123]

Is it safe to change a fuse on lynx distributer when it’s hooked up to a power system that is turned on?

[@Altenurgy]

Thank you for the video. I would love to know why the copper split washers instead of stainless like all of the other hardware. I did this a while ago but got all of my hardware from McMaster-Carr for about the same money (maybe even a tad less) and hopefully a much higher quality. Of course it took 3 hours and a micrometer to figure it out. LOL

[@fredrikj1697]

Excellent video. Is there enough/level space to fit the outgoing cable lug on the fuse bolt then washer and nut, then the fuse and washer? Then the cable wont be loose when replacing the fuse.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Never tried it. Unless you direct short these wires or something, you'll never be replacing the fuses, so that's really a non issue.

[@Gunny-nq1pb]

Thanks dude.

[@rickharold7884]

Yea that was super awesome

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Rick Harold! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@srjackson21]

Hi Nate... Thanks to you and Steph for all your hard work to help us. You two have been a huge help on a countless number of subjects. As someone else mentioned, I am also having trouble finding copper lock washers. What was your source? Thanks!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

There's a link to those in the video description. :)

[@srjackson21]

Thanks Nate!

[@IceBergSolar]

Thanks for the demo, question though, I'm doing moderately big solar job, I'm using Pylon lithiums with their own bms, so no need for a shunt or BMS, but I do want the fuse indicators though as a nice to have, it's a $70k job. I assume I can use the smart shunt and it won't interfere with my lithium BMS or do you foresee any issues? Will the smart shunt give me online/app visibility of the fuses as well like the smart BMS does?

[@roblipop8797]

Did you get an answer to this question? I will be using Battle Born Batteries for the Victron BMS is not appropriate for me, but i will be using the Lynx shunt. i am hoping the fuse indicator functions in both the local LED as well as in the software notifications. Anyone know if it would work both places?

[@billhooghuis6819]

Thank you!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful. Cheers!

[@pandacaravan4079]

Hi, congratulations on the channel, an endless source of brilliant information and ideas. I am camping my caravan, I was wondering what program you use to design the electrical circuits. I've used a couple but I'm not happy with it. Thanks Matteo

[@EXPLORISTlife]

I use Microsoft Visio for all of my wiring diagrams.

[@pandacaravan4079]

@@EXPLORISTlife Thank you.

[@boscodog4358]

Do you have a link where I can purchase the fuses. Name brand. Thanks man.

[@lestravel]

This video is amazing, thank you so much Will be starting to put together the electrical system this week and wouldn't be able to do it without your help! I live in the UK and I can't find split copper washers anywhere only phosphor bronze, do you think that would be okay?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Probably fine, perhaps? If you want to remove all doubt... maybe just buying the actual Lynx Distributor is the best answer.

[@lestravel]

@@EXPLORISTlife Yeah that would do the trick, we've already got the lynx power in though so we'll just do the best we can I guess! Thanks for your reply and again thanks for your very helpful videos, you legend! 🤝

[@AuraiyaMadrid]

First off, thank you so much for all your information, you are one of my favorite KZbinrs of all time! I share your videos with anyone that has any questions about electrical systems in van or bus conversions! Quick questions, is the 100 amp mega fuse being used to protect the cable that connects from the battery to the Lynx distributor (as opposed to the cable connecting to the solar charge controller)? AKA is the sizing of the 100 amp fuse irrelevant to the size of the solar charge controller?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

The MEGA fuse is there to protect the wire from the Lynx Distributor to the Charge controller. There would be a seperate fuse near the battery bank to protect the wire from the battery to the lynx distributor (www.explorist.life/solarwiringdiagrams). The sizing of the MEGA fuse protecting the wire form the Lynx Distributor to the charge controller is based on Victron's recommendation, which is stamped on the side of the charge controller (and if there is no stamp, is sized based on the charge controller size).

[@AuraiyaMadrid]

@@EXPLORISTlife Thank you so much for the reply! You are literally THE BEST!

[@patrickmaartense7772]

torqspec for the "Unknows" is 10nm According to the distributor ..

[@EXPLORISTlife]

If the manufacturer makes a change in their documentation, be sure to come back to this video and edit this comment. 🙂 (This is why I don't put torque specs in the videos)

[@craigchamberlain]

I was going to make the same comment having just built up two Lynx Power In units with fuses but I was pretty sure someone would have said this already. I see @EXPLORISTlife ‘s reply below but surely Nate it’s better to have some sort of “at time of video the torque spec recommended by Victron is 10NM” than just have people wrenching on the nuts with no idea how tight they need to be. To me, 10NM felt about right for the support nut and 14NM felt fine for the clamping nut. I didn’t sense any feeling of impending failure in either case but they both felt secure. Even just the fact that they specify 10 and 14 NM suggests that a torque wrench is pretty important because I doubt many people can judge a 4 NM difference by hand outside of a veteran in a professional machine shop. Constructive criticism aside, this was a great video and has saved me a chunk of cash and led to a much better DC bus bar arrangement so I want to thank you. FYI, I have two Power In’s arranged vertically with the bottom unit being for my Pylontech batteries to connect via 125A fuses to protect the cables. Note I don’t use DC isolators for the batteries since I can shut down the Pylontech batteries via their own controls. The top Power In currently only feeds my Multiplus-II 48/5000/70-50 via a 200A fuse but I will soon add a pair of 250/60 MPPTs via 80A fuses and probably without DC isolators (still debating this though). All fuse ratings are as recommended by Victron except the Pylontech fuses which are purely to protect the cables. Unfortunately Victron don’t supply 48V rated mega fuses below 125A breaking capacity so I had to source them from Littelfuse instead. You can get them on Mouser under part reference 70V-SF51 in various capacities. Quality appears very good and much cheaper than from Victron with a higher voltage rating. Technically a 48V rated fuse should not be used on a system running at ~53V so the Littelfuses at 70V rating offer lots of headroom. I’d be interested in your opinion on whether I need DC isolators for my two MPPTs or whether the fact they will have DC isolators on the PV incoming connections renders these devices as “consumers” of fused, low level power and thus can be treated just like the Cerbo GX which is powered via its own inline fuse directly from my main bus bar. I’m keen to minimise DC losses via unnecessary connections but I don’t want to compromise safety obviously. Advice welcome. Thanks.

[@Paulklei]

Love your videos man, thank you God bless. But this videos audio is really Quiet ! Just an fyi :)

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it helped!

[@Aerogrow]

nice vid; was always curious on what this thing did and why it costs so much. For that type of money i'd probably with DC breakers personally and just skip the AN: fuses?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

That would yield a worse setup. Here's my thoughts on that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2WbkoWej7KBY8k

[@michaelskeels4442]

I hope you read this soon. What about doing the thing in reverse? If I dont have 4 strings of batteries where I need 4 ins for power strings its not cost effective to use a power in. It would be better if I could come into a distributer and gain the monitoring benefits if I am only bringing in a single string. Is that possible?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Sounds like you are describing how we've got all of our systems at www.explorist.life/solarwiringdiagrams

[@adrianscholes687]

Hi Nate would it be possible to install your positive power cable between the second washer and the nut then add another washes then the mega fuse so if changing a fuse you don't have to remove the wires hope you under stand my question cheers

[@EXPLORISTlife]

If you are needing to replace the fuse, it takes .3 seconds to move the wire up and out of the way. You'll pretty much never need to replace these fuses unless something goes terribly wrong. Don't add washers. KISS.

[@newmanrob1972]

Thank you - Which fuses are you using for the modifcation?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

MEGA fuses. Same as the Lynx Distributor. amzn.to/3hNC4zy

[@kevinherm3036]

If I were going to add this setup to my power-in, and used it to fuse each of my 280 amp/hr batteries, what size fuse would you recommend?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

We have a video covering fuse sizing available if you search for "EXPLORIST.life How to Size Fuses". Alternatively, use the kit's we've already pre-designed at shop.explorist.life to take the guesswork out of things.

[@LochWatenan]

Would it be possible to use a MRBF terminal fuse directly on the bus bar instead of adding the screws/washers etc for the MEGA fuses?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Nope. It wont fit and the current would also go through the bolt itself, bypassing the MRBF fuse.

[@pmturso]

Can you explain what you are accomplishing here? I'm new to this. Are you simply making a distributor out of a power in? Or am I missing it?

[@StansE250]

A Clean, Tidy, Fused and Grounding distribution in one Nice package. Saves on 'pieces'/components, reduces wiring mess. The alternative is at Minimum two busbars, and multiple Fuse Holders.

[@charlesrg]

Looking at those lock ring washers they really look like made of Bronze no Copper. Also could not find a distributor that sells Copper Lock washers.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Yeah; probably so. The alternative is to simply purchase the Lynx Distributor if you cannot source all hardware.

[@dalesnale]

Wish it held six fuses in that form factor rather than four.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

You can simply bolt multiple units together to add 4 circuit spaces at a time.

[@Remodelmonster]

Winnebago View 2023 - Class C on a Sprinter chassis. 2-130ah batteries under step. Want to add 2 more under sink. Would like to use Power In to connect the 2 banks. Would then like to add nuts and bolts to use the remaining 2 connections to tie in the inv/chg and also the leveling Jack's and existing oem 12vconnections under the step. Can this be done with 1 power in? I don't mind paying for the Lynx if that is a better way to go, but I don't really need the fuse capability sine the batt banks will be fuse close to the post terms. Willing to use your hack to provide additional terminals to the end of the Power in or Lynx. Tia!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

I think I'm pretty much always going to opt for the Lynx Distributor if I'm adding any fuses just for ease of use, but your proposed plan should be fine. Note, though, if you do it like that; you won't have a way to disconnect the batteries from the system unless you put switches on each wire coming from each 'battery bank', if you will.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Also, keep in mind that you wouldn't have any battery monitoring capabilities either since there would be no way to incorporate a shunt.

[@jeffrobison6619]

I did this hack this weekend, but the fuses I have don't fit. Which ones should I look for?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

MEGA fuses are what fit here: shop.explorist.life/product-category/all-products/fuses-breakers/mega-fuses-fuse-holders/

[@crdiaz324]

"and deez nutz" :) Great video. Thanks for all the electrical edumacation!

[@collectiblesbybarli]

Why is there an 100amp fuse on a 6 gauge wire going to the dc fuse box?

[@Peterc5699]

I am struggling to find copper lock washers anywhere, locally or online. I have used your links for all other stainless parts, but the lock washers dont deliver to me. Do you think stainless would be ok for the lock washers? Thanks! Loving this series!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

I can't take that liability. lol Stainless would PROBABLY work fine, but all I know is that Victron uses copper split lock washers. Do with that information what you will.

[@Peterc5699]

@@EXPLORISTlife Understood! Thank you! I will keep searching!

[@kalanibright9236]

4 bolts,8 washers, 8 lock washers, and deez nuts 😂🎉😅

[@agent8699]

Do I need circuit breaker protection between lynx and MPPT or is the fuse sufficient. It does not show this in the OEM 50amp RV upgrade diagram

[@EXPLORISTlife]

The fuse, as shown in the 50A OEM RV Upgrade, is indeed sufficient. Any extra just creates additional resistance, points of failure, and system cost.

[@Robbrown92]

Is there space to tap an additional stud into the busbar? i need 5 attachment points

[@EXPLORISTlife]

There's not. You can simply bolt an additioner Lynx Power In or Lynx Distributor end-to-end for additional spaces though.

[@christianwinkelmann8477]

Hi Nate thanks for all your help, got my lynx in and my cutoff switch yesterday, I’m wondering why you adding to kopper bar to connect them. When drilling the hole on the lynx from 8,5 to 10,5 mm you could bolt the cut off on the lynx and all is perfect or ?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

You can indeed drill out the holes instead of adding the copper bars. The copper bars are for those who are uncomfortable drilling holes in a $200 piece of equipment.

[@christianwinkelmann8477]

@@EXPLORISTlife thanks so mutch, would you like to get a picture?

[@pt11]

​@@EXPLORISTlife Hey Nate, I'll be drilling the holes so I can fit an M10 bolt (happy to film it if you want footage of this btw). Do you think it is necessary to tin coat it to prevent corrosion and improve the contact surface or should it be fine to leave the copper unprotected? If so, could I use a solder ion for this?

[@pt11]

@@christianwinkelmann8477 Hey Christian, did you coat the copper or just left it exposed after drilling out?

[@jws3925]

why did you double nut the new "studs"? I bought one of these and the regular studs on the positive and negative buss bar are not double nutted.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

That's probably because the busbars are taking up the space of the lower nut, If I'm understanding your question correctly.

[@714rad]

Could you add the power switch and shunt to the right side bolts instead of the left side tabs

[@chrisplatten2293]

Thinking the same, so my input cables don't have to take the long way round. Might be possible to flip the bus-bars. I will have a look when mine arrives.

[@chrisplatten2293]

Now that it has arrived and I have had a look, I can see that he bus-bars are not reversible. Or rather the bar profile is OK to reverse, but because of the way they are drilled, the hole pattern is not. It looks like the cable are going the long way round. Seems a bit odd to have an asymmetrical hole pattern.

[@StansE250]

You could ... either Invert the Lynx (which is why they include an 'opposite' orientation faceplate), or use EL's Copper Bar set and connect to bolts on far right.

[@lucyfergusson4070]

where do you get fuses big enough to fit the span of the bolts??

[@EXPLORISTlife]

shop.explorist.life

[@heatherlaager9462]

Gooing afternoon, I am a newby, I am trying to configure an independent solar grid. My question is what mega fuse do I need for my victron lynx distributor. I have 4 12v renogy 200 ah batteries in series parallel for a 24vlt system. From the lynx I would like to attach an aims 4000watt split phase inverter charger. I am uncertain what I will be powering at the moment with electral devices, but am going to run 110 ac from the inverter. Please let me know if more information is needed and hopefully one of you can point me in the right direction for the amp fuse I may need?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

This video will teach you how to size fuses: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6qQqneDesyJbZI

[@Ritcheyyy]

Can I use victron ANL fuse in the Lynx? My battery is from VW id3 6,85kwh and 49V max.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Nope. It won't fit.

[@jmcimba]

will any brand mega fuse, any size amp fit in the slots for this device??

[@robunique]

apparently not, i bought mega fuses... and they differ 3mm

[@wjhann4836]

Great. But - will you able to hold your ambassador status after that? 🤣

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Ha! Of course!

[@RossWA1956]

A question on Volts, I am creating a large Solar array and thought the "Victron Lynx Power In" might be the way to go, But the "Victron Lynx Power In" 1000A is also rated at 48v, my intended Solar Panel array is 6 x 300w Panels in Series-Parallel giving me 60volts, can the "Victron Lynx Power In" handle the voltage.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Nope. That's the wrong tool for the job. MC4 combiners should be used given you can keep the array amperage under 30A (which shouldn't be a problem with only 6 panels). How to wire solar panels in series-parallel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGOraammn52lh8k

[@RossWA1956]

@@EXPLORISTlife I watched your "Series-Parallel" video but still confused, your video states you add Volts if in series so, ( series-parallel ) 2 x strings of 3 x 300w @ 20v each = 60volts / 34Amps , is that correct?

[@HuntingOldYella]

Legend Nat, thanks mate

[@shadow.overland]

I've got a question hopefully someone can answer. I've emailed Victron direct, but they refuse to answer my question and keep pointing me to a local distributor or dealer. Not easy to do when you've purchased your products from Amazon links. I have a SmartSolar MPPT 100|50 and a SmartShunt 1000amp. If I use the temperature sensor for BMV 702/712 as shown in the SmartShunt user manual to get battery temp along with the voltage data the SmartShunt already provides, will the SmartShunt share the battery temperature data with the SmartSolar MPPT over the Bluetooth VE Smart Network so I can use the low temp charge cut off protection feature in the MPPT? Hopefully someone can help. Thanks.

[@stiffmeister0hYeah]

heads up, the link is for M6 x 8mm bolts. Needs to be updated. The remaining hardware links are correct.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Great, Thanks!! 👍

[@chrisdesrui]

what fuses do you recommend for this setup??

[@EXPLORISTlife]

MEGA Fuses.

[@RA-qt5ky]

Hi, Is it possible to add the LED strip?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Nope. Just buy the Lynx Distributor if you want that functionality.

[@tdeeez09]

1:35 deez nuts! I see you there Nate!! 😂😂😂

[@riccigilson5763]

My device is already fused. Would it be ok not to use a fuse in the shunt?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

'fuse in the shunt'? Like... the lynx shunt? If you don't put a fuse there, power wouldn't flow through the unit. Other shunts like the smartshunt or bmv-712 shunt don't have fuses except to power the computer board on the side.

[@mattbouthet]

Can you use ANL fuses in the lynx distributor or only the MEGA?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Only Mega fuses. ANL fuses are too long.

[@mattbouthet]

@@EXPLORISTlife thank you!

[@moroniherrera]

What type fuse is being used? A CNN/ANN series? or a MEGA-AMG series?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

MEGA fuses are what fit in the Lynx Distributor and modified Lynx Power In

[@moroniherrera]

@@EXPLORISTlife I measured the distance between the center positive terminal posts on the Victron Energy Lynx Distributor, 2.00 inches. Thank you for the information.

[@kshane5575]

Will T fuses fit in Victron Lynx Power In?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Nope. Only MEGA fuses.

[@MjVanCamping]

Can you use anl fuses with this?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Nope. MEGA fuses only.