Victron Energy SHU050130050 | 300A SmartShunt

300A Bluetooth Battery Monitor Use Your Smartphone as the Display, VE.Direct for GX Integration.

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Product Overview

The Victron Energy SmartShunt 300A (SHU050130050) is a compact, all-in-one battery monitor that uses your smartphone or tablet as its display eliminating the need for a separate panel-mounted display unit. Connected via Bluetooth to the free VictronConnect app, it delivers real-time battery parameter readings including state of charge and time to go directly on your phone, making it an ideal solution for installations where panel space is limited or a fixed display is impractical.

For installations requiring a fixed readout or system-level integration, the SmartShunt connects to any Victron GX device (Cerbo GX, CCGX, Venus GX) via a VE.Direct cable enabling data logging, remote monitoring, and integration into a broader Victron power management system. As a space-saving alternative to the traditional Victron BMV battery monitor range, the SmartShunt provides the same core battery monitoring capability in a more compact, less-wiring-intensive package suited to caravans, marine vessels, 4WDs, and off-grid power systems.

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Key Specifications

• Rated current: 300A
• Connectivity: Built-in Bluetooth Smart
• App: VictronConnect (iOS and Android)
• Wired connectivity: VE.Direct (for GX device integration)
• Battery parameters displayed: State of charge, time to go
• Shunt voltage drop (at rated current): Not specified — confirm with Victron
• Operating voltage range: Not specified — confirm with Victron
• Self-consumption: Not specified — confirm with Victron
• Measurement accuracy: Not specified — confirm with Victron
• Operating temperature: Not specified — confirm with Victron
• IP rating: Not specified — confirm with Victron
• Dimensions: Not specified — confirm with Victron
• Weight: Not specified — confirm with Victron
• Warranty: Not specified — confirm with Victron

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Features & Benefits

• Smartphone as the Display — No Panel Cutout Required — The SmartShunt uses the VictronConnect app on your smartphone or tablet as its display, removing the need to cut a panel hole, route display wiring, or mount a separate monitor unit. Particularly suited to caravans, campervans, and boat installations where dashboard or switchboard real estate is limited.
• Real-Time Battery Monitoring via Bluetooth — State of charge (%) and time to go (hours remaining at current load) are available in real time via the VictronConnect app. These two parameters answer the most important battery management questions — how much is left and how long will it last — without requiring the user to interpret voltage curves or estimate capacity manually.
• VE.Direct for GX Integration — A VE.Direct port enables wired connection to any Victron GX device, adding the SmartShunt's data to the GX device's monitoring system — enabling data logging, remote monitoring via Victron Remote Monitoring (VRM), and display on a Victron colour control panel.
• Compact Design — Alternative to BMV Battery Monitors — The SmartShunt provides the core battery monitoring functionality of the Victron BMV range in a more compact form factor with simpler wiring requirements — suited to retrofits and installations where the BMV's shunt box plus display head installation is impractical.
• 300A Rated Current — A 300A continuous current rating suits most 12V and 24V auxiliary battery installations in caravans, 4WDs, and marine applications, accommodating high-current loads including inverters, compressor fridges, and battery-to-battery chargers.

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Technical Specs

Compatible With / Goes Well With

Compatible battery systems:

• 12V lead-acid, AGM, Gel, and lithium battery systems
• 24V lead-acid, AGM, Gel, and lithium battery systems
• Confirm supported voltage range with Victron

Compatible Victron products:

• Victron Energy Cerbo GX, CCGX, Venus GX (via VE.Direct)
• Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers (VE.Smart network via Bluetooth)
• Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65/IP67 battery chargers
• Victron Energy Battery Protect 12/24V
• Victron Energy Orion-Tr DC-DC converters

Suitable applications:

• 4WD and caravan auxiliary battery monitoring
• Marine vessel battery state of charge monitoring
• Off-grid and solar system battery management
• Van conversions and campervans
• Systems where a panel-mounted display is impractical or undesirable

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the SmartShunt work without a display?

The SmartShunt uses the free VictronConnect app on your smartphone or tablet as its display, connected via Bluetooth. State of charge, time to go, and other battery parameters are shown in the app in real time. No additional display hardware, panel cutout, or display wiring is required.

What is the difference between the SmartShunt and the Victron BMV battery monitors?

Both the SmartShunt and the BMV range measure battery state of charge and related parameters. The BMV monitors include a dedicated panel-mounted display head with buttons and a numeric readout — requiring a panel cutout and additional wiring. The SmartShunt eliminates the display head entirely, using a smartphone instead — making it more compact and simpler to install in space-limited applications.

Can the SmartShunt be connected to a Victron GX device?

Yes. The SmartShunt includes a VE.Direct port for wired connection to Victron GX devices (Cerbo GX, CCGX, Venus GX and others), adding battery monitoring data to the GX device's display, data logging, and remote monitoring via Victron Remote Monitoring (VRM).

Is the 300A rating the continuous or peak current limit?

The 300A figure is the rated shunt current. Confirm whether this is a continuous or peak rating — along with the shunt's voltage drop at rated current and its measurement accuracy — from the official Victron SmartShunt 300A datasheet before specifying for high-current applications.

What battery parameters does the SmartShunt display in VictronConnect?

The supplier confirms state of charge (%) and time to go (hours remaining). Victron SmartShunt units typically also display voltage, current, power, and consumed Ah — confirm the full parameter list from the VictronConnect app documentation or the official Victron SmartShunt datasheet.