Battery monitors and shunts
Victron BMV 712 500 A battery monitor
The same shunt with a panel display, for people who want the number visible without reaching for a phone.
Specifications and model checks
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| Shunt rating | 500 A |
| Display | Panel plus Bluetooth |
| Logging | Yes |
| Battery voltage | 12/24 V |
Suitable boat applications
Helm or nav-station mounting where a glance matters.
Compatibility limits to check
You would rather not cut a hole in the bulkhead.
For how to size this against your own boat rather than against a spec sheet, read battery monitors and shunts.
Before choosing Victron BMV 712 500 A
Battery monitor wiring and synchronisation checks
Check how this monitor measures the whole bank and whether every relevant load and charging return will be counted. A percentage display needs the correct capacity and synchronisation settings; it is not a direct test of battery health. Include access to the shunt, display visibility and the handover demonstration in the installation scope.
Confirm specifications against the exact model and revision offered by the supplier. A listed price band is a planning reference; request a current written quote with installation and commissioning separated from equipment supply.
Compared with
The rest of the category
| Product | Shunt rating | Price band |
|---|---|---|
| Victron SmartShunt 500 A | 500 A | $180–$260 |
| Enerdrive eLite 500 A | 500 A | $280–$390 |
| Renogy shunt 500 A | 500 A | $110–$180 |