I want to connect a temperature sensor from my Fischer Panda inverter generator to my Cerbo GX. Is it just a question of attaching it to the generator and connecting the sensor cable prongs into the temperature input sockets on the Cerbo? What should I be aware of?
Hi Nigelb
Yes it should be that simple, once connected, in the Cerbo Settings- I/O - Analog Inputs.. turbn one of the Temp Sensors on, then you can customise under Device list - Select the sensor - Device
I use a Victron wired Temp Sensor to monitor my hot water which is solar with gas backup, below are the settings
Try this link - please note there is a different sensor for the SmartShunt. https://www.victronenergy.com.au/accessories/temperature-sensor-qua-pmp-venus-gx
What is advised for measuring the battery? Connecting a temperature sensor to the SmartShunt or to a Multiplus/Quattro?
The inverters have a dedicated Temp port, so if you use that it won't tie up the selectable port in the shunt.
Given that all the battery data is coming from the shunt I would recommend using the smartshunt for battery temperature. Of course If you were using the multiplus/quattro for SOC I would use the respective multiplus/quattro temperature probe. Also depending on your circumstances (e.g. on a boat or RV) there may be times when the inverter is turned off and you are charging from an mppt or alternator.
@JohnC, thanks for your quick response. I believe the smartshunt is sharing data to MPPT's for an optimal chargecurrent and voltage. Is a temperature sensor connected to the multiplus doing the same?
If you're using DVCC to share I and V, then yes, you can also invoke STS to pass on the Multi's Temp to the rest of the system. The only proviso there is that the Smartshunt wont get that T reading, so won't compensate batt capacity. That's a minor function though, and you won't miss it.
Great, thank you!
