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Can Victron Blue Smart (3 outlets) charge lead-acid battery and Lifepo4 battery at the same time?

Hi! I'm converting my motorhome to Lifepo4 board batteries. However, my starter battery is still lead-acid. Can the Victron Blue Smart with 3 outlets charge batteries with different charging characteristics simultaneously? If not, is it OK to charge my starter battery with Lifepo4 CC/CV characteristics?

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jwfrary answered ·

Hi,

Manual isn’t very helpful is it. - my gut says it might be ok for a bit but long term your starter battery isn’t going to like it, you will likely end up overcharging it.


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dave-newman answered ·

Thanks! I guess I can isolate my starter battery with solenoids when on 220V and charge it with my old lead acid charger then. Just a lot of extra work...

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