The Victron MPPT Control is a remote display and control panel for Victron BlueSolar and SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers. It connects through the VE.Direct port, giving installers a real-time view of charge status, battery voltage, solar input and load output without needing a phone or laptop.

Key features of the Victron MPPT control panel

• Connection, links directly to Victron MPPT charge controllers via the VE.Direct port, no additional interface required.
• Live data, shows battery voltage, charge current, solar panel voltage and charge state.
• Remote control, allows on/off switching of the connected MPPT charge controller from the panel itself.
• Weight, 65 g, suitable for flush or surface mounting in a control cabinet or enclosure.
• Compatibility, works with Victron BlueSolar and SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers that have a VE.Direct port.
• Setup, plug-and-play using a VE.Direct cable, sold separately, with no configuration software needed for basic operation.

Where it's used

This panel suits installations where a fixed, wall-mounted display makes more sense than checking a mobile app. Off-grid cabins, marine installs, vehicle conversions and remote telecoms cabinets all benefit from a quick glance at charge status without needing network access. The remote on/off switch also helps where the charge controller itself is fitted somewhere awkward to reach, such as inside a sealed enclosure.

VE.Direct connection

The panel talks to the charge controller over VE.Direct, Victron's serial protocol, so the data shown is read directly from the controller rather than through a network or cloud service. A VE.Direct cable is required to connect the panel and is not included in the box. Some MPPT models have only one VE.Direct port, which may already be in use, so check port availability before ordering.

What's in the box

• 1 x Victron MPPT Control display panel

Installation notes

Connect to the VE.Direct port on a compatible Victron MPPT charge controller using a separately purchased VE.Direct cable. Power down the charge controller before making or removing connections. Fitting within a solar PV system should be done by a qualified electrician or MCS-accredited installer, and the panel should not be exposed to direct moisture outside of a suitable enclosure.