{"product_id":"victron-ve-direct-cable-1-8m","title":"Victron VE.Direct Cable 1,8m - ASS030530218","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eVE.Direct Cable 1.8m — ASS030530218\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Victron VE.Direct Cable connects VE.Direct-compatible devices to each other or to a computer, phone or display for monitoring and configuration. At 1.8 metres, it suits most panel-mounted and cabinet installations where the device and the monitoring interface are in close proximity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.8m cable length, suitable for short to medium-distance connections between VE.Direct devices and monitoring equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with all Victron products that use the VE.Direct communication port, including BMV battery monitors, SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers, and Phoenix inverters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarries both data and power over the VE.Direct interface, enabling device configuration and live monitoring without a separate power supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUsed with the VE.Direct to USB interface or VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle to connect devices to Victron Connect or VRM Portal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight at 55g, with a compact connector profile suited to installations with limited cable management space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVictron part number ASS030530218, GTIN 8719076019619.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVE.Direct is Victron's proprietary serial communication protocol used across a wide range of their products. The cable uses a dedicated connector at each end and carries data between devices such as MPPT charge controllers, BMV battery monitors, and Phoenix inverters. It is the standard physical link required before any VE.Direct adapter (USB, Bluetooth or RS232) can function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.8m length is the most commonly specified option for installations where the charge controller or inverter is mounted within a metre or so of the monitoring display or interface dongle. For longer runs, Victron also offers 3m and 5m variants. This cable does not carry mains or battery power and is not a charging cable. It is a data cable only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSKU: ASS030530218\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCable length: 1.8m\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.055 kg (55g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGTIN: 8719076019619\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnector type: VE.Direct (proprietary Victron serial)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtocol: VE.Direct (serial data)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnecting a SmartSolar or BlueSolar MPPT charge controller to a BMV battery monitor for combined system data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLinking a Phoenix inverter or MPPT to a VE.Direct to USB interface for configuration via VictronConnect on a laptop or PC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnecting devices to a Cerbo GX or Color Control GX for system integration and VRM Portal monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOff-grid and mobile installations including narrowboats, motorhomes and remote cabins where Victron VE.Direct devices are in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacing a damaged or missing cable in an existing Victron installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x VE.Direct Cable, 1.8m (ASS030530218)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a low-voltage data cable and does not carry mains or high-current battery power. It can be connected and disconnected by the end user without specialist electrical knowledge. Ensure the VE.Direct port on each device is not already occupied before connecting. If integrating into a larger solar or battery system, the wider installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician or MCS-accredited installer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47441992122702,"sku":"ASS030530218","price":8.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3698\/8238\/files\/victron-vedirect-cable-18m-ass030530218-278206.jpg?v=1747937654","url":"https:\/\/voltaconsolar.com\/products\/victron-ve-direct-cable-1-8m","provider":"VoltaconSolar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}