Electrics Setup shopping list help

[Adam H]

Hi All,

So could do with some help, or more confirmation of what I need if possible.

I've got a Victron MTTP controller and solar setup. but have just ripped out my conversion and starting again, So im keen on keeping everything Victron. ( this is for a VW T6 2019 ). We will be running solar, Mains hook up, Split charge, and an inverter man enough for a small induction hob.

I'm not too knowledgable with electrics, so assume I know nothing to be safe

So what I think I need ( or already have ).

150ah Lifepo Battery.
Victron MTTP controller
160W Solar panel - Already on roof and linked up to the MTTP, works well.
Victron Orion TR 12/12 30, Non-isolated DC to DC split charge.
Victron Energy Blue Smart IP22 Charger ( i've got mains hook up plug on the side of the van, so i assume i need this )
Victron Energy MultiPlus 12v Inverter Charger 12/1600/70-16 ( this maybe an after thought, we plan on having an induction single hob and removing gas completely, so inverter probably would be required )

Now the above is what i know id need or want to have. But what i dont know about is all the bits in between, cables etc. Do i need consumer units and bus bars and battery monitors and all that jaz, If so, and if you have time, please link to stuff i need

Many thanks, any info or advice is most appreciated.

 

[DXX]

Auto & Marine Electrical Components & Accessories | 12 Volt Planet Is a good place to look for some basic DC electrical knowledge and they sell quality components, not the cheapest but I wouldn’t advise scrimping on cost or chancing it with DC voltage or you could end up with a burnt out van.
I think anybody would be hard pressed to supply you with a shopping list, that’s part of the job, you’ll need to do your research and make sure you get it correct.
If you have a specific question there are some very experienced forum members who can help.

 

[CAB]

The Victron Inverter/Charger is also a battery charger? So you can scrap the Blue Smart charger if you go this route.

 

[Adam H]

After all that, I've decided to ditch the idea of the victron stuff, mainly due to space restrictions and the victron inverter being absolutely massive. So I've decided to spend a bit more on the Clayton setup.

 

[Turk3y]

After all that, I've decided to ditch the idea of the victron stuff, mainly due to space restrictions and the victron inverter being absolutely massive. So I've decided to spend a bit more on the Clayton setup.

I was going to say the Clayton from what I have seen seems to hit all your requirements.
What model are you going for?

I am torn between that or a cheaper portable option. Budget is tight and we regular camp so would be great if we could have a shared use unit. Still hunting.

 

[Adam H]

I was going to say the Clayton from what I have seen seems to hit all your requirements.
What model are you going for?

I am torn between that or a cheaper portable option. Budget is tight and we regular camp so would be great if we could have a shared use unit. Still hunting.

I've gone for the 2500w clayton mate, Which should allow us to use the induction hob and be offgrid for 4 days or so at a guess depending on solar imput and hob usage, I considered the bigger one but realistically we wont be using the induction hob very often as we typically cook on a cadac outside, we only wanted induction so we could have a cuppa on days out or if the little one wanted some pasta.

From what I understand the cheaper variants are no where near as good , the clayton is the only real replacement for the huge selection of renolgy or victron full setup.