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Output short circuit protection on IP65 12/15 charger

How good is the output short circuit protection on an IP65 12/15 charger? Is it necessary to add a fuse on the 12v DC output side?

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Justin Cook answered ·

@Rob James, if you are planning to permanently install the charger, it is recommended to put a fuse in line to protect the wiring; if you are using it as a portable/temporary charger just to occasionally charge a battery here or there, then it's not strictly necessary.

It's worth noting that there is an optional M8 or M10 eyelet connector that has an inline fuse built-in: https://www.victronenergy.com/accessories/m6-eyelet-connector-with-fuse

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