Skylla-i Remote on-off Cable

Product Description

Skylla-i Remote on-off Cable, 5 Year Warranty. 

Purpose-Built Remote Control Cable for Skylla-i Charger Integration
The Victron Skylla-i Remote On-Off Cable is designed for clean, reliable integration between a Victron Skylla-i battery charger and a VE.Bus BMS. In managed battery systems—especially lithium installations—having the charger respond correctly to the BMS is critical for protecting the battery and maintaining a stable DC system. This cable provides the correct connection method so the BMS can control the Skylla-i’s remote on/off function as intended.

When connected, the VE.Bus BMS can disable the Skylla-i charger when the batteries reach the BMS-defined full/stop condition. That helps reduce the risk of overcharging behaviour, improves system automation, and supports a more consistent charge management workflow—ideal for off-grid power, marine electrical systems, caravans, and commercial DC installations where the charger is expected to follow system-level control.

Why This Cable Matters in a BMS-Controlled System
Many charging issues in modern battery setups come from mismatched control wiring or improvised connections. Using the correct Victron accessory cable helps ensure the remote control signal is delivered with minimal guesswork, supporting a dependable handover of control from charger to BMS. For installers and technically minded users, this means faster commissioning, a neater install, and fewer troubleshooting steps later.

This is particularly relevant in Australian conditions where systems often experience wide temperature swings and variable loads (inverters, fridges, comms, pumps). A BMS-managed stop/start control strategy can help keep charging behaviour aligned with battery requirements and system design limits.

Key Features:

• Designed for Skylla-i chargers requiring remote on/off control wiring
• Interfaces with VE.Bus BMS for automated charger enable/disable control
• Supports cleaner installations than custom wiring by using a purpose-built Victron accessory
• Helps reduce charging conflicts in BMS-controlled battery systems

Typical Applications:

• Caravan and RV auxiliary power systems with BMS-controlled charging
• Marine house battery systems where charger control is managed centrally
• Off-grid power rooms and industrial DC sites using Victron integration
• Upgrade projects where the Skylla-i must follow lithium battery protection logic

Installation Notes:
This cable is intended specifically to connect a Skylla-i to a VE.Bus BMS for remote on/off control. Confirm compatibility with your exact charger/BMS model and follow Victron wiring recommendations for best results.

Specifications:

• Maximum input voltage: 70 V
• Minimum input voltage needed for switch on: Approximately 6 V
• Switch off level: Input voltage must be less than 1 V or must be free floating