{"product_id":"victron-ve-direct-cable-3m-ass030530230","title":"Victron VE.Direct Cable 3m - ASS030530230","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Inter', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif; font-size:15px; line-height:1.6; color:#2D3748; text-transform:none; max-width:1100px; margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Hero --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#031725 0%,#06253D 62%,#02111F 100%); color:#FFFFFF; padding:34px 26px; border-radius:14px; margin-bottom:24px; border:1px solid rgba(46,145,229,0.35); box-shadow:0 14px 34px rgba(6,37,61,0.16);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(260px,1fr)); gap:24px; align-items:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0; color:#7DC8FF; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.14em; text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eGenuine Victron system cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch1 style=\"margin:0; color:#FFFFFF; font-size:32px; line-height:1.16; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.02em; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Victron Energy VE.Direct Cable 3m (10ft) | Part # ASS030530230\n        \u003c\/h1\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0 0; color:#D9ECFF; font-size:16px; line-height:1.55; max-width:760px;\"\u003e\n          A genuine 3-meter VE.Direct data cable for clean, direct communication between compatible Victron components and GX monitoring devices.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:18px 0 0 0; color:#FFFFFF; max-width:860px;\"\u003e\n          The Victron VE.Direct Cable 3m is the factory-made connection for installers who need approximately 10 feet of routing between a compatible SmartSolar or BlueSolar MPPT, BMV battery monitor, SmartShunt, Orion XS, Smart IP43 charger, or other supported VE.Direct device and a Victron GX monitoring system. Its proprietary four-pin interface carries device data directly to compatible GX hardware for centralized system visibility without confusing it with VE.Bus or VE.Can RJ45 cabling.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003caside style=\"background:rgba(255,255,255,0.07); border:1px solid rgba(46,145,229,0.45); border-radius:12px; padding:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0; color:#FFFFFF; font-size:20px; line-height:1.35; font-weight:700;\"\u003eConnect. Monitor. Integrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"height:1px; background:rgba(125,200,255,0.45); margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0; color:#D9ECFF; font-size:13px; letter-spacing:0.08em; text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eOfficial Victron part ASS030530230\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/aside\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Quick specs --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(170px,1fr)); gap:12px; margin-bottom:28px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:12px; padding:18px; text-align:center; box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(6,37,61,0.05);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#1A202C; font-size:26px; line-height:1; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.02em;\"\u003e3m\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003e9.84 ft length\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:12px; padding:18px; text-align:center; box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(6,37,61,0.05);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#1A202C; font-size:26px; line-height:1; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.02em;\"\u003e4-Pin\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003eVE.Direct interface\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:12px; padding:18px; text-align:center; box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(6,37,61,0.05);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#1A202C; font-size:26px; line-height:1; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.02em;\"\u003eStraight\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003eConnector version\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:12px; padding:18px; text-align:center; box-shadow:0 4px 16px rgba(6,37,61,0.05);\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#1A202C; font-size:26px; line-height:1; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.02em;\"\u003eOEM\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003eGenuine Victron\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Trust band --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"background:#F7FAFC; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:14px; padding:22px; margin-bottom:32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eBuilt for clean Victron integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(165px,1fr)); gap:10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600;\"\u003eExact part match\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eASS030530230\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600;\"\u003eGX-ready connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eFor supported VE.Direct devices\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600;\"\u003eFactory terminated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eNo field pinout guesswork\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600;\"\u003eCentral monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eSupports GX and VRM workflows\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Main value --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#1A202C; margin:24px 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eFlawless networking for compatible Victron components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003eBring solar, battery, and charging data into one GX system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003e\n      A connected Victron system is most useful when each supported component can report its operating data to the central GX device. The ASS030530230 cable creates the direct VE.Direct link needed for compatible equipment, allowing the GX interface to receive available device information for local monitoring and supported remote visibility through the Victron Remote Management platform.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n      The 3-meter length provides practical routing room without forcing installers to hide a large coil of unused cable. It is well suited to RV electrical bays, marine power compartments, solar backboards, utility cabinets, and other installations where the monitored device and GX hub are mounted several feet apart.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Applications and compatibility notice --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr)); gap:22px; margin:30px 0; align-items:start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eCommon VE.Direct applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003eUse only with products that have compatible VE.Direct ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"list-style:none; padding:0; margin:0; display:grid; gap:8px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"display:flex; gap:9px; align-items:flex-start; margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#5EBB46; font-weight:800; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect a compatible SmartSolar or BlueSolar MPPT solar charger to a Cerbo GX, Ekrano GX, or other supported GX device.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"display:flex; gap:9px; align-items:flex-start; margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#5EBB46; font-weight:800; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect a BMV battery monitor or SmartShunt to a GX device for centralized battery data.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"display:flex; gap:9px; align-items:flex-start; margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#5EBB46; font-weight:800; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect supported Orion XS and Smart IP43 charger models equipped with VE.Direct.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"display:flex; gap:9px; align-items:flex-start; margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#5EBB46; font-weight:800; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoute device data across an RV electrical compartment, marine battery bay, or compact off-grid equipment board.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"display:flex; gap:9px; align-items:flex-start; margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#5EBB46; font-weight:800; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplace a damaged or misplaced 3-meter straight VE.Direct cable with the exact Victron part number.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003caside style=\"background:#F7FAFC; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #ED1B4A; border-radius:12px; padding:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0; color:#1A202C; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; font-weight:600; text-transform:none;\"\u003ePort compatibility matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eVE.Direct is a proprietary four-pin interface. It is not the same as VE.Bus or VE.Can, which normally use RJ45 connectors, and it is not a USB cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eConfirm that both devices have the correct VE.Direct ports and that the relevant product manual supports a direct VE.Direct connection before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/aside\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Features --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom:32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#1A202C; margin:24px 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eGenuine Victron reliability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003eCorrect pinout, practical length, and factory-molded connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr)); gap:12px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600; margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e3-meter routing length\u003c\/strong\u003eApproximately 9.84 feet for clean routing between nearby compartments or equipment locations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600; margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eProprietary four-pin interface\u003c\/strong\u003eDesigned for compatible Victron VE.Direct ports—not RJ45 networking ports.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600; margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eStraight connector format\u003c\/strong\u003ePart of Victron's ASS030530xxx straight-cable family.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600; margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eFactory-terminated ends\u003c\/strong\u003ePreserves the required transmit, receive, power, and ground arrangement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600; margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eGX system visibility\u003c\/strong\u003eAllows supported device information to appear in the connected GX environment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600; margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eMobile-system friendly\u003c\/strong\u003eUseful in RV, marine, solar, backup-power, and off-grid control installations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Installation --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"background:#F7FAFC; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:14px; padding:22px; margin:0 0 32px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eSimple plug-and-play installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003ePlan the route, seat both connectors, and verify the device in the GX interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(210px,1fr)); gap:10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C;\"\u003e1. Confirm compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003eVerify VE.Direct ports and supported connection instructions in both device manuals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C;\"\u003e2. Power down safely\u003c\/strong\u003eFollow the equipment manufacturer's shutdown procedure before connecting data cables.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C;\"\u003e3. Route without strain\u003c\/strong\u003eAvoid sharp bends, pinched areas, hot surfaces, and unsupported tension at the connectors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C;\"\u003e4. Re-power and verify\u003c\/strong\u003eConfirm that the connected device appears and reports normally in the GX interface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom:34px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#1A202C; margin:24px 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003eExact-match product and connection details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:12px; overflow:hidden; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#1A202C; color:#FFFFFF; padding:11px 14px; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eProduct details\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eVictron Energy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eVE.Direct Cable 3m\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003ePart number \/ SKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eASS030530230\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003e3 meters \/ approximately 9.84 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eInterface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eVictron VE.Direct\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eConnector format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eProprietary 4-pin VE.Direct connectors\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eConnector orientation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eStraight\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003ePrimary application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eDirect data link between compatible VE.Direct-equipped products and GX devices\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#1A202C; color:#FFFFFF; padding:11px 14px; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eCompatibility examples\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eBattery monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eCompatible BMV battery monitors and SmartShunts with VE.Direct\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eSolar charging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eCompatible SmartSolar and BlueSolar MPPT models with VE.Direct\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eOther supported devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eOrion XS, Smart IP43 chargers, and other devices where the manual specifies VE.Direct-to-GX connection\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eGX examples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eCerbo GX, Ekrano GX, and compatible GX products with available VE.Direct ports\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eNot for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eVE.Bus RJ45, VE.Can RJ45, BMS-Can, VE.Direct-to-USB, or unrelated 4-pin connections\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; justify-content:space-between; gap:10px 20px; padding:10px 14px; border-bottom:1px solid #E2E8F0; background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px; font-weight:600; color:#1A202C;\"\u003eVE.Direct length guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:2 1 260px;\"\u003eMaximum 10 meters; VE.Direct cables should not be extended\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Interface comparison --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#031725 0%,#06253D 100%); color:#FFFFFF; border-radius:14px; padding:26px; margin:32px 0; border:1px solid rgba(46,145,229,0.35);\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#FFFFFF; margin:0 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eVE.Direct is not VE.Bus or VE.Can\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#7DC8FF; font-weight:600;\"\u003eChoose the cable by the ports on the equipment—not by the device brand alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr)); gap:10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(255,255,255,0.07); border:1px solid rgba(125,200,255,0.35); border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eVE.Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#D9ECFF;\"\u003eSmall proprietary 4-pin connection used by compatible monitors, chargers, and controllers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(255,255,255,0.07); border:1px solid rgba(125,200,255,0.35); border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eVE.Bus \/ VE.Can\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#D9ECFF;\"\u003eRJ45-based communication systems that require the correct RJ45 cable and network instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(255,255,255,0.07); border:1px solid rgba(125,200,255,0.35); border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#FFFFFF;\"\u003eUSB connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#D9ECFF;\"\u003eRequires a VE.Direct-to-USB interface rather than this VE.Direct-to-VE.Direct cable.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center; margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#2E91E5; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:0.16em; font-size:12px; font-weight:700;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color:#1A202C; font-size:26px; line-height:1.2; margin:0 0 8px 0; font-weight:700; text-align:center;\"\u003eVictron VE.Direct Cable 3m FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 26px 0; color:#4A5568; text-align:center;\"\u003eCompatibility, routing, monitoring, and connection guidance for ASS030530230.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr; gap:12px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #2E91E5; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          What is the Victron ASS030530230 VE.Direct cable used for?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eThis genuine Victron Energy cable creates a direct data connection between compatible products with VE.Direct ports. Common uses include connecting a compatible SmartSolar or BlueSolar MPPT solar charger, BMV battery monitor, SmartShunt, Orion XS, or Smart IP43 charger to a Cerbo GX, Ekrano GX, or another compatible GX device for centralized monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #5EBB46; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          Which Victron products can use this 3-meter VE.Direct cable?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eIt can be used with compatible Victron products that have matching VE.Direct ports. Examples include many BMV battery monitors, SmartShunts, MPPT solar chargers, Orion XS units, Smart IP43 chargers, and selected VE.Direct-equipped devices. Always confirm the ports and connection method in the manual for both devices before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #ED1B4A; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          Can I use this cable to connect a MultiPlus or Quattro to a Cerbo GX?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eNo. MultiPlus and Quattro inverter\/chargers normally communicate through VE.Bus, which uses a straight-through RJ45 UTP cable. This product uses the smaller proprietary 4-pin VE.Direct connection and will not fit a VE.Bus or VE.Can RJ45 port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #2E91E5; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          How long is the Victron VE.Direct Cable 3m in feet?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eThree meters is approximately 9.84 feet, commonly rounded to 10 feet. This length works well for routing between devices mounted across an RV electrical bay, boat compartment, solar backboard, or nearby equipment enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #5EBB46; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          Can two VE.Direct cables be joined together to make a longer cable?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eNo. Victron specifies a maximum VE.Direct cable length of 10 meters and states that VE.Direct cables cannot be extended. Choose one continuous factory-made cable in the required length. For longer distances, follow Victron guidance for a VE.Direct-to-USB interface with a suitable active USB extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #ED1B4A; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          Do I need a VE.Direct cable if my SmartSolar or SmartShunt has Bluetooth?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eBluetooth is useful for local setup and monitoring with VictronConnect, but it does not replace a direct VE.Direct connection to a GX device. Use this cable when you want the compatible device to report into a Cerbo GX or another GX system for centralized monitoring and supported VRM access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #2E91E5; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          Is ASS030530230 the straight or right-angle version?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eASS030530230 is the 3-meter straight-connector VE.Direct cable. Victron sells separate right-angle versions under different part numbers for installations that need reduced connector depth behind a panel or enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left:5px solid #5EBB46; border-radius:10px; padding:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n          Can I cut, splice, or re-terminate this VE.Direct cable?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003eKeeping the factory-terminated cable intact is the safest approach. VE.Direct uses a specific four-pin transmit, receive, power, and ground arrangement; an incorrect splice or pinout can prevent communication or create difficult-to-diagnose system faults. Select the closest factory cable length and route the excess neatly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Final note --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-top:32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:600; letter-spacing:0.05em; text-transform:uppercase; color:#1A202C; margin:24px 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eCompatibility and installation note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003eConfirm the exact ports and device manuals before connecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eNot every Victron product uses VE.Direct, and some products with multiple communication interfaces require a specific port for GX integration. Verify the connection method for both devices, keep the factory terminations intact, and route the cable where it will not be pinched, pulled, exposed to damaging heat, or confused with RJ45 VE.Bus\/VE.Can wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42608572203054,"sku":"ASS030530230","price":19.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/0484\/2798\/files\/epoch_victron_ve_direct_cable_professional_reflection_c9b0f863-b1c5-4b15-ab5c-7532153c4c16.png?v=1785585892","url":"https:\/\/epochbatteries.myshopify.com\/products\/victron-ve-direct-cable-3m-ass030530230","provider":"Epoch Batteries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}