{"product_id":"victron-ve-direct-cable-5m-ass030530250","title":"Victron VE.Direct Cable 5m - ASS030530250","description":"\u003c!--\nSuggested SEO title:\nVictron VE.Direct Cable 5m | ASS030530250 | 16.4ft Data Cable\n\nSuggested meta description:\nGenuine Victron VE.Direct cable 5m (16.4ft), part ASS030530250, for compatible SmartShunt, BMV, MPPT, inverter and GX device connections.\n--\u003e\n\n\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;\"\u003e\n          Genuine Victron VE.Direct data connection\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch1 style=\"margin:0; color:#FFFFFF; font-size:34px; line-height:1.14; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.02em; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Victron VE.Direct Cable 5m (16ft) | Part # ASS030530250\n        \u003c\/h1\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0 0; color:#D9ECFF; font-size:16px; line-height:1.55; max-width:780px;\"\u003e\n          A genuine Victron Energy 5m VE.Direct cable for medium-range data routing between compatible battery monitors, MPPT solar chargers, inverters, and GX devices.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:18px 0 0 0; color:#FFFFFF; max-width:880px;\"\u003e\n          The Victron VE.Direct cable 5m, part ASS030530250, provides approximately 16.4 feet of factory-terminated reach for RV, marine, solar, and off-grid system layouts. Use this special four-core Victron data cable to connect compatible VE.Direct products across separate compartments without cutting, splicing, or leaving short extension joins inside your electrical system.\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;\"\u003e\n          The right cable length for clean, documented Victron installations.\n        \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;\"\u003e\n          ASS030530250 · 5m · straight VE.Direct\n        \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(145px,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;\"\u003e5m\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003eCable length\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e    \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;\"\u003e16.4ft\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003eApprox. reach\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e    \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-core\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 data\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e    \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 style\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e    \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;\"\u003e10m\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003eSystem max run\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e    \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;\"\u003e5 years\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"color:#2E91E5; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.12em; text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:8px;\"\u003eVictron warranty\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:24px 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35; margin-top:0;\"\u003e\n      Exact Victron accessory matching\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(145px,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;\"\u003eGenuine Victron\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eOfficial accessory\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \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\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eASS030530250\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \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 made\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eNo field splicing\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \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 compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eWhen ports match\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600;\"\u003eMarine \u0026amp; RV\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eMedium-range routing\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:600;\"\u003eWorldwide support\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#4A5568;\"\u003eVictron dealer network\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Network section --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.01em; text-transform:none; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 10px 0; line-height:1.3;\"\u003e\n      The Essential Link for Medium-Range Victron Networks\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      Carry solar, battery, and inverter data between compatible components across separate compartments.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003e\n      A connected Victron system depends on reliable communication between each VE.Direct product and its monitoring or control device. This 5-meter cable gives installers enough reach to connect components mounted in an RV basement, boat electrical locker, solar cabinet, or battery compartment to a nearby Cerbo GX or other compatible GX device.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n      It is a purpose-built VE.Direct cable—not an RJ45 Ethernet cable, VE.Bus cable, VE.Can cable, battery CAN-BMS harness, or USB interface. Confirm the labeled ports on both devices before ordering.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr)); gap:18px; margin:30px 0; align-items:stretch;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:14px; padding:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:700; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 9px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eSeamless Component Networking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        Use this cable with compatible VE.Direct-equipped products, which can include supported SmartShunts, BMV battery monitors, BlueSolar or SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers, selected VE.Direct inverters, and GX devices with an available VE.Direct port. Always verify the exact product manual because not every Victron model uses VE.Direct.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:14px; padding:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:700; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 9px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003e5 Meters (16.4 Feet) for Spaced-Out Installations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        At approximately 16.4 feet, this cable can bridge an RV storage bay to an interior electrical panel, route through a protected boat bulkhead, or connect components positioned on opposite sides of a medium-size battery compartment without adding spliced extensions.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Reliability --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:32px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.01em; text-transform:none; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 10px 0; line-height:1.3;\"\u003e\n      Genuine Victron Reliability \u0026amp; Safety\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      Factory-made connections for a low-voltage data network that can be sensitive to routing and interference.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr)); gap:18px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:14px; padding:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:700; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 9px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eSecure, Proprietary 4-Pin Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n          VE.Direct uses Victron’s special four-core data connection. Factory-terminated connectors avoid the hand-crimping and improvised splices that can create intermittent communication faults. The plugs are keyed; align them carefully, provide strain relief, and never force a connector into a different port family.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:14px; padding:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:700; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 9px 0; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eHelps Prevent Signal Loss \u0026amp; Data Drops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n          Victron supports VE.Direct cable lengths up to 10 meters, so this 5-meter run is within the documented limit. VE.Direct is unshielded and untwisted; route it away from inverter AC output wiring, high-current battery cables, motors, generators, ignition systems, and radio-frequency sources where practical.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Applications --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr)); gap:22px; margin:32px 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:24px 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35; margin-top:0;\"\u003eCompatible use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n        Medium-range monitoring and control links for RV, marine, solar, and off-grid builds.\n      \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\n          \u003cspan\u003eConnect a compatible SmartShunt or BMV battery monitor to a Cerbo GX or another GX device with an available VE.Direct port.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e        \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\n          \u003cspan\u003eLink supported BlueSolar or SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers to a compatible GX monitoring system.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e        \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\n          \u003cspan\u003eConnect selected VE.Direct-equipped inverters to a compatible GX device for monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e        \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\n          \u003cspan\u003eRoute data between an RV basement electrical board and an interior monitoring location.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e        \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\n          \u003cspan\u003eRun a marine MPPT data cable through a battery bay, electrical locker, or protected bulkhead route.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e        \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\n          \u003cspan\u003eReplace a damaged or incorrectly sized VE.Direct cable with the exact 5-meter Victron part.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003caside style=\"background:#FFF5F5; border:1px solid #FED7D7; border-left:5px solid #ED1B4A; border-radius:12px; padding:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0; color:#1A202C; font-size:17px; line-height:1.4; font-weight:700; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n        Port compatibility matters\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n        This cable is not a universal Victron communication lead. MultiPlus and Quattro products normally use VE.Bus RJ45 cabling; managed batteries use VE.Can\/BMS-Can and may require a special CAN-BMS cable; computers require a VE.Direct-to-USB interface. Check both device labels before installation.\n      \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;\"\u003eProduct features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      Exact part-number matching for clean professional system builds.\n    \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:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eExact 5-meter reach\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eApproximately 16.4 feet of cable for medium-range routing between separate compartments.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eSpecial four-core data cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eDesigned for monitoring or control of compatible Victron VE.Direct products.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eStraight connector model\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003ePart ASS030530250 is the standard straight cable rather than the separate one-side right-angle version.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eFactory-terminated connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eAvoids field splicing and hand-crimped connections that can create hard-to-diagnose communication faults.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eWithin Victron’s supported limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eThe 5-meter length is safely below the documented 10-meter maximum VE.Direct cable run.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eGenuine OEM accessory\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eExact Victron part-number matching for professional system documentation and replacement work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Technical specs --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom:34px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:-0.01em; text-transform:none; color:#1A202C; margin:0 0 10px 0; line-height:1.3;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      Exact product identification, cable type, routing limit, and compatibility guidance.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:12px; background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; min-width:700px; font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left; background:#1A202C; color:#FFFFFF; padding:13px 14px; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:0.12em; font-size:12px;\"\u003eVictron VE.Direct Cable 5m\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eVictron Energy\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eVE.Direct Cable 5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eASS030530250\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e5 meters \/ approximately 16.4 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eSpecial four-core VE.Direct data cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding \/ twist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eUnshielded and untwisted, according to Victron’s communication-wiring guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eVictron VE.Direct four-pin connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eStraight connectors; right-angle version uses a different part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eMonitoring or control connection between compatible VE.Direct-equipped products\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample compatible product classes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eSupported BMV monitors, SmartShunts, BlueSolar\/SmartSolar MPPTs, selected VE.Direct inverters, and compatible GX devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum VE.Direct run\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e10 meters; cables cannot be extended\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#F8FAFC;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot compatible with\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eVE.Bus RJ45 ports, VE.Can\/BMS-Can battery ports, or direct USB computer connection without an interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"width:38%; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #E2E8F0; padding:11px 13px; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eVictron standard 5-year warranty, subject to applicable terms and dealer process\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Routing --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"background:#F7FAFC; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:14px; padding:22px; margin:32px 0;\"\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; margin-top:0;\"\u003eInstallation and routing guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      Protect the cable and preserve communication quality.\n    \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\n          \u003cspan\u003eVerify both devices have compatible VE.Direct ports before routing the cable.\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\n          \u003cspan\u003eKeep the run separated from high-current DC cabling, AC output wiring, ignition wiring, motors, transformers, radar, and radio transmitters where practical.\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\n          \u003cspan\u003eUse smooth bends, strain relief, protective conduit or loom, and chafe protection at bulkheads and panels.\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\n          \u003cspan\u003eDo not cut, splice, daisy-chain, or extend the cable; select the factory 10-meter version or a VE.Direct-to-USB solution for longer routes.\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\n          \u003cspan\u003eLeave connectors accessible for commissioning, troubleshooting, and future service.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Related accessories --\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:24px 0 12px 0; line-height:1.35; margin-top:0;\"\u003eRelated Victron communication accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      Choose the correct cable family and length for each connection.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr)); gap:10px;\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eVE.Direct Cable 0.9m\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eShort-run option for components mounted on the same electrical board.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eVE.Direct Cable 10m\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eLongest supported factory VE.Direct run for more widely separated components.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eVE.Direct-to-USB Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eRequired for direct computer connection or additional GX USB connectivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #E2E8F0; border-radius:10px; padding:17px; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eVictron RJ45 UTP Cables\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2D3748;\"\u003eSeparate cable family for VE.Bus and VE.Can products; not interchangeable with VE.Direct.\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      \u003cdiv style=\"display:inline-block; width:70px; height:2px; background:#2E91E5; vertical-align:middle; margin-right:16px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#2E91E5; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:0.14em; font-size:12px; font-weight:700;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:inline-block; width:70px; height:2px; background:#2E91E5; vertical-align:middle; margin-left:16px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color:#1A202C; font-size:25px; line-height:1.2; margin:0 0 8px 0; font-weight:700; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      Victron VE.Direct Cable 5m FAQs\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 26px 0; color:#2E91E5; font-weight:600; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      Compatibility, cable length, routing, device connections, and VE.Direct versus RJ45 guidance.\n    \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          What is the difference between VE.Direct and VE.Bus (RJ45)?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          VE.Direct is Victron’s special four-core data connection used by compatible products such as battery monitors, solar chargers, and certain inverters. VE.Bus uses wider RJ45 network-style connectors and is used by products such as MultiPlus and Quattro inverter\/chargers. VE.Can and BMS-Can also use RJ45-style cabling but are different protocols. Always match the cable to the labeled ports on the exact devices.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Can I use this VE.Direct cable to connect my Epoch battery to a Cerbo GX?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          No. Epoch batteries with native Victron communication use CAN-bus communication, not VE.Direct. A managed battery may require a standard RJ45 connection or a manufacturer-specific Victron Type A, Type B, or other CAN-BMS cable, depending on the battery-side pinout. Follow the battery and GX-device manuals.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          How long is 5 meters in feet?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          Five meters is approximately 16.4 feet. This length works well when a VE.Direct device is in an RV storage bay, marine electrical compartment, or battery cabinet and the compatible GX device is mounted elsewhere nearby.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Is 5 meters too long for a VE.Direct cable?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          No. Victron sells factory VE.Direct cables from 0.3 meters through 10 meters, and 5 meters is within the supported range. VE.Direct runs should not exceed 10 meters or be extended. Route the cable away from high-current DC wiring, AC conductors, motors, ignition sources, and other strong interference sources.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Which Victron products can use this cable?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          It can connect compatible devices that have VE.Direct ports, including supported BMV battery monitors, SmartShunts, BlueSolar or SmartSolar MPPT chargers, selected VE.Direct inverters, and compatible GX devices. Compatibility depends on the ports and manual for the exact model; not every Victron product uses VE.Direct.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Can I cut, splice, or extend this cable?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          Victron states that VE.Direct cables cannot be extended and have a maximum supported length of 10 meters. Cutting or splicing can introduce connection problems and interference. Choose a factory-made 10-meter cable or use a VE.Direct-to-USB interface with an appropriate active USB extension when a longer route is required.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Does it matter which end plugs into which device?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          Victron lists this as a straight VE.Direct cable and does not identify a separate input or output end. Connect the keyed plugs only to compatible VE.Direct ports, align them correctly, and never force a connector. Follow the manuals for both connected devices.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Can this cable connect a VE.Direct device directly to a computer?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          No. Direct computer connection requires a Victron VE.Direct-to-USB or VE.Direct-to-USB-C interface. This product is a VE.Direct-to-VE.Direct data cable for compatible device-to-device connections.\n        \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; box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(6,37,61,0.04);\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; color:#1A202C; font-weight:700; font-size:16px; line-height:1.4; text-transform:none;\"\u003e\n          Is this cable shielded or UTP?\n        \u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0 0; color:#2D3748;\"\u003e\n          No. Victron’s technical wiring guide describes VE.Direct cable as a special four-core, unshielded and untwisted data cable. That makes correct routing important: keep it separated from inverter AC output wiring, high-current battery cables, motors, generators, and radio-frequency sources where practical.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ schema --\u003e\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the difference between VE.Direct and VE.Bus (RJ45)?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"VE.Direct is Victron’s special four-core data connection used by compatible products such as battery monitors, solar chargers, and certain inverters. VE.Bus uses wider RJ45 network-style connectors and is used by products such as MultiPlus and Quattro inverter\/chargers. VE.Can and BMS-Can also use RJ45-style cabling but are different protocols. Always match the cable to the labeled ports on the exact devices.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I use this VE.Direct cable to connect my Epoch battery to a Cerbo GX?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"No. Epoch batteries with native Victron communication use CAN-bus communication, not VE.Direct. A managed battery may require a standard RJ45 connection or a manufacturer-specific Victron Type A, Type B, or other CAN-BMS cable, depending on the battery-side pinout. Follow the battery and GX-device manuals.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How long is 5 meters in feet?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Five meters is approximately 16.4 feet. 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Cutting or splicing can introduce connection problems and interference. Choose a factory-made 10-meter cable or use a VE.Direct-to-USB interface with an appropriate active USB extension when a longer route is required.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does it matter which end plugs into which device?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Victron lists this as a straight VE.Direct cable and does not identify a separate input or output end. Connect the keyed plugs only to compatible VE.Direct ports, align them correctly, and never force a connector. 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