This Victron Energy RJ12 UTP Cable is a 10-metre communication lead used to link compatible Victron devices through their RJ12 ports. It gives installers a ready-made connection between components mounted some distance apart, without adapters or extensions.

Key features

• Length, 10 m, enough reach for larger enclosures or switchboards.
• Connectors, RJ12 on both ends for direct plug-in to compatible Victron ports.
• Cable type, UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) construction for low-voltage data signals.
• Weight, 0.237 kg, straightforward to route within a panel or cabinet.
• Genuine Victron accessory, built to Victron's own communication interface standard.

Where it's used

RJ12 ports appear across several Victron product lines for device-to-device communication: battery monitors, inverter/chargers and display panels among them. A 10 m run suits battery enclosures, switchboards or any setup where the monitoring display sits away from the main equipment. The twisted-pair construction helps keep the data signal clean over that distance.

Typical installations

• Battery monitors linked to display panels or inverter/chargers.
• Off-grid solar systems with components spread across a cabinet.
• Marine or vehicle installations needing a longer RJ12 run.
• Remote display mounting in residential or commercial battery storage.

What's in the box

• 1 x Victron Energy RJ12 UTP Cable, 10 m

Before you install

Check that both devices use RJ12 ports before ordering. RJ12 and RJ11 connectors look alike but are not always interchangeable. Keep the cable away from high-current DC cabling and mains wiring where you can, to limit interference. Work on inverters, battery systems or mains-connected equipment should be carried out by a qualified electrician or accredited installer.