{"product_id":"victron-energy-vecan-to-can-bus-bms-cable-type-b-18m","title":"Victron Energy VE.Can to CAN-bus BMS Cable Type B 1.8m","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Victron Energy VE.Can to CAN-bus BMS Cable Type B 1.8m Connects Your Non-Victron Battery to Your Victron System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Victron Energy VE.Can to CAN-bus BMS Cable Type B 1.8m is a communication cable that links a CAN-bus enabled battery from another brand to a Victron system. If you are building a backup power, RV, or off-grid setup around a Victron system and a battery that did not come from Victron, this is the small cable that bridges the two. It is a Victron BMS cable, which makes it easy to spot in a parts list and just as easy to overlook until installation day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is small, it is simple, and it is exactly the sort of part that keeps a good project from stalling at the finish line. Whether you are a homeowner planning backup power, an RVer upgrading a coach, an off-grid adventurer, or a mobile business owner, here is what you need to know before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVictron Energy VE.Can to CAN-bus BMS Cable Type B 1.8m Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNon-Victron Battery Connection For Mixing Brands With Confidence\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable is made to connect a CAN-bus enabled battery that is not from Victron to a Victron system. That means you are not limited to one battery brand when you build around Victron equipment, provided your battery supports CAN-bus communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eType B Design So You Can Match The Right Cable To Your Battery\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVictron offers this cable in two types, A and B. This listing is for Type B. The two types are not interchangeable by guesswork, so Victron's manual explains which cable to use with which brand of battery. Checking it before you buy is the single most useful step you can take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType B is one of two available cable types, A and B\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe manual lists which cable type applies to which battery brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYour battery must be CAN-bus enabled to use this cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1.8m Length For Planning Your Battery And Equipment Layout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1.8 meters, this cable suits setups where your battery and Victron equipment sit reasonably close together. Measure the route the cable will actually travel, including bends and corners, before you decide. If your components are farther apart than that, confirm that a different cable length is available for your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVictron Part Number For Easy Ordering And Records\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe part number is ASS030720018. Keep it handy for your parts list, your build notes, and any future service conversations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable is a connection part, so its value shows up in the systems around it. Where a Victron system is paired with a CAN-bus enabled battery from another brand, it may be useful in situations like these:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome backup power.\u003c\/strong\u003e Homeowners pairing a Victron system with a non-Victron battery bank for outage protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRV power upgrades.\u003c\/strong\u003e RVers swapping or adding a CAN-bus enabled battery to a Victron-based coach electrical system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOff-grid living and cabins.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remote setups where the owner has chosen a battery brand that suits the budget or the site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile businesses.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work trailers, food trucks, and service vehicles that run on a custom power build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn each case, confirm your specific battery and Victron equipment against the manual before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow This Cable Compares To Other Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most useful comparison is between the two cable types Victron offers. Type A and Type B exist because different battery brands call for different cables, so the right choice depends on your battery rather than on preference. The manual spells out which cable belongs with which brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also worth separating this cable from the power cables in your system. High-current battery cables carry energy, while this cable is a communication link between a CAN-bus enabled battery and a Victron system. They do different jobs, and one cannot stand in for the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This Cable Right For Your Battery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best fit comes down to two questions: does your battery support CAN-bus, and does the manual point your battery brand to Type B? If you can answer yes to both, you are in the right place. If you are unsure, check the manual or contact our team before ordering, since this is a compatibility-driven part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis may be a good fit if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou are connecting a non-Victron battery to a Victron system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYour battery is CAN-bus enabled\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Victron manual lists Type B for your battery brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYour battery and Victron equipment are within a 1.8m cable run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which Victron device or port your setup will use? Confirm that detail before purchase as well, so the whole system comes together in one go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this cable do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt connects a CAN-bus enabled battery that is not from Victron to a Victron system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Type A and Type B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVictron offers two cable types, A and B. Which one you need depends on your battery brand, and the manual details the pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work with any battery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The battery must be CAN-bus enabled, and you should confirm your brand against the manual to make sure Type B is the right type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cable is 1.8 meters long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the part number?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Victron part number is ASS030720018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Victron Energy VE.Can To CAN-Bus BMS Cable Type B 1.8m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Your Victron Battery Setup With A Partner Who Knows The Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood power systems are built from many small decisions, and the right communication cable is one of the ones that matters. Choosing the correct cable type up front helps your battery and Victron system work together as planned, which is what long-term reliability and practical preparedness depend on. At Outbound Power, we help homeowners, RVers, off-grid adventurers, and mobile businesses choose parts that fit their systems. Check the manual, confirm your battery brand, and reach out if you want a second set of eyes on your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67292228059385,"sku":"ASS030720018","price":14.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/Victron_Energy_VE.Can_to_CAN-bus_BMS_Cable_Type_B_1.8m.jpg?v=1793934588","url":"https:\/\/outboundpower.com\/products\/victron-energy-vecan-to-can-bus-bms-cable-type-b-18m","provider":"Outbound Power","version":"1.0","type":"link"}