Description
xVictron SmartSolar MPPT 250/85-MC4 VE.Can — SCC125085511
The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/85-MC4 VE.Can is a high-capacity solar charge controller designed for large off-grid, marine and commercial installations. It accepts a maximum PV open-circuit voltage of 250V and delivers up to 85A of charge current, with integrated MC4 connectors for direct panel string connection and VE.Can for system-level network integration.
Key Features
- Maximum PV open-circuit voltage of 250V, suitable for larger series-connected panel strings.
- 85A maximum charge current output, capable of handling substantial solar array capacity.
- Integrated MC4 connectors on the PV input, eliminating the need for separate MC4 adaptor cables.
- VE.Can port enables integration into Victron system networks alongside GX devices, other VE.Can chargers and inverters.
- Built-in Bluetooth via the VictronConnect app for wireless monitoring, configuration and firmware updates without additional hardware.
- SmartSolar MPPT algorithm continuously tracks the maximum power point to maximise energy harvest across varying irradiance and temperature conditions.
- Supports multiple battery chemistries including lithium (LiFePO4), AGM, gel and flooded lead-acid, with user-configurable charge profiles.
- Rated at 4.5 kg, housed in a robust metal enclosure suitable for fixed installation in plant rooms, battery enclosures or marine electrical panels.
Product Overview
The 250/85 rating means this controller can accept PV strings with an open-circuit voltage up to 250V DC and deliver up to 85A to the battery bank. In practice, this allows installers to connect multiple panels in series, reducing cable losses and making it well suited to 24V, 36V and 48V battery systems with larger array footprints. The MC4 connectors on the PV input are factory-fitted, which simplifies wiring and reduces the number of field terminations required.
VE.Can connectivity is the key differentiator over standard SmartSolar models. It allows this controller to communicate directly with Victron GX devices (such as the Cerbo GX), enabling full system monitoring, data logging and remote management via the VRM portal. Multiple VE.Can devices can be daisy-chained on the same bus, which is particularly useful in larger systems where several charge controllers operate in parallel. Bluetooth is also built in, so the unit can be configured and monitored independently using the VictronConnect app on iOS or Android without needing a GX device on site.
The SmartSolar MPPT algorithm samples the PV array frequently and adjusts the operating point to extract maximum available power. This is especially relevant in partial shading conditions or during the shoulder periods of the day when irradiance is lower and the power curve is less predictable. Charge profiles are fully configurable, and the controller supports Victron's adaptive charge algorithm for lead-acid batteries as well as fixed absorption and float voltages for lithium systems.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| SKU | SCC125085511 |
| Maximum PV Open-Circuit Voltage | 250V DC |
| Maximum Charge Current | 85A |
| PV Connector Type | MC4 (integrated) |
| Communication Ports | VE.Can, Bluetooth (built-in) |
| Weight | 4.5 kg |
| GTIN | 8719076050902 |
Applications
- Large off-grid solar systems with 24V, 36V or 48V battery banks requiring high charge current.
- Marine and narrowboat installations where VE.Can network integration with a GX device is required.
- Commercial and agricultural off-grid sites with multiple charge controllers operating in parallel on a VE.Can bus.
- Remote monitoring installations using the Victron VRM portal via a connected Cerbo GX or Venus GX.
- Hybrid systems combining solar, generator and inverter/charger, managed through a Victron GX device.
What Is Included
- 1x Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/85-MC4 VE.Can charge controller (SCC125085511)
Installation Notes
This controller operates at PV voltages up to 250V DC, which is a hazardous voltage level. Installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician or accredited solar installer. Ensure PV string open-circuit voltage does not exceed 250V under any temperature condition, including cold-start scenarios. Battery and PV fusing or circuit breakers must be correctly rated and installed in accordance with BS 7671 and any applicable IET Code of Practice for grid-connected or off-grid solar PV systems. VE.Can wiring should use a terminated CAN bus topology; refer to Victron's VE.Can system design guidelines for correct termination resistor placement. For systems connected to the grid, ensure all relevant G98 or G99 notification and approval requirements are met with your Distribution Network Operator.
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.