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Victron Phoenix inverter 12/200 circuit breaker?

I have 4 x 12v 100Ah sealed gel batteries in parallel and would like to run a Victron Phoenix inverter 12/1200. I understand they have an internal circuit breaker. Is it necessary to install a circuit breaker between the inverter and battery and what size would be best?

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kevgermany answered ·

Yes, it's needed as close to the batteries as practical.

Better to use a fuse than circuit breaker.

There will be a fuse and cable specification in the manual. But 1200W at 12V is 100A. So you should cable for at least that and fuse accordingly.

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paulshea57 answered ·

Thank you kevgermany, that’s exactly what I needed to know!

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