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Victron BlueSolar MPPT 100/30 — 30A Solar Charge Controller (No Bluetooth, 12V/24V)
Victron BlueSolar MPPT 100/30 — 30A Solar Charge Controller (No Bluetooth, 12V/24V)
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The Victron BlueSolar MPPT 100/30 is the budget, non-Bluetooth predecessor of the popular SmartSolar 100/30 — same 30A charge current, same 100V max PV input, same Victron MPPT tracking algorithm, but without built-in Bluetooth. Connects to monitoring devices via VE.Direct port only. A solid choice if you're using a Cerbo GX (or other GX device) as your central monitor, or if you simply don't need wireless phone monitoring.
BlueSolar vs SmartSolar — which one?
| BlueSolar 100/30 (this model) | SmartSolar 100/30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charge current | 30A | 30A |
| Max PV voltage | 100V | 100V |
| Battery voltage | 12V or 24V (auto-detect) | 12V or 24V (auto-detect) |
| Built-in Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| VictronConnect on phone | Requires external dongle (VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart) | Direct via Bluetooth |
| VE.Smart Networking | No | Yes |
| VE.Direct port | Yes | Yes |
| Cerbo GX integration | Yes (via VE.Direct cable) | Yes (via VE.Direct cable) |
| Charge algorithm | Multi-stage adaptive | Multi-stage adaptive |
| Price | $112.20 | $135.15 |
Choose BlueSolar if: you have a Cerbo GX (or other GX monitor) and don't need phone-based monitoring, or you want to save the $23 and add an external VE.Direct Bluetooth dongle (~$50) later only if needed.
Choose SmartSolar if: you want VictronConnect on your phone out of the box and the ability to network with other Victron Smart devices (SmartShunt, IP22 chargers).
Solar array sizing
| Battery bank | Maximum solar array | Typical setup |
|---|---|---|
| 12V | ~440W | 2× 200W panels in series, or 4× 100W |
| 24V | ~880W | 4× 200W panels (series-parallel) |
Maximum PV open-circuit voltage: 100V.
Why the BlueSolar 100/30
- Same MPPT hardware as SmartSolar — same ultra-fast tracking algorithm, same 98% efficiency, same charge profiles
- VE.Direct port for Cerbo GX — full system monitoring via VRM Portal still works perfectly
- Lower cost — ~$23 less than the SmartSolar version
- Multi-stage adaptive charging — AGM, Gel, Flooded, LiFePO4 profiles configurable
- Automatic 12V / 24V detection — installs on either bank
- Optional VictronConnect — add a VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart dongle (sold separately) to get phone monitoring later if needed
- Built-in protection — battery reverse polarity, output short-circuit, over-temperature, PV reverse polarity
Specifications
| Nominal battery voltage | 12V or 24V (auto-detect) |
|---|---|
| Rated charge current | 30A |
| Maximum PV open-circuit voltage | 100V (absolute max) |
| Maximum PV input power, 12V | 440W |
| Maximum PV input power, 24V | 880W |
| PV short-circuit current | 35A |
| Peak efficiency | 98% |
| Bluetooth | No (add VE.Direct Bluetooth dongle if needed) |
| VE.Direct port | Yes (for Cerbo GX or dongle) |
| Charge algorithm | Multi-stage adaptive |
| Absorption voltage (default) | 14.4V / 28.8V (adjustable) |
| Float voltage (default) | 13.8V / 27.6V (adjustable) |
| Temperature compensation | -16 mV/°C (12V) / -32 mV/°C (24V) |
| Cooling | Natural convection (no fan) |
| Enclosure rating | IP43 (electronics) / IP22 (connection area) |
| Color | Blue (RAL 5012) |
| Operating temperature | -30°C to +60°C (full power up to 40°C) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 130 x 186 x 70 mm (5.1 x 7.3 x 2.8 in) |
| Weight | 1.3 kg (2.9 lb) |
| Manufacturer SKU | SCC010030010 |
| Warranty | 5 years (manufacturer) |
| Standards | EN/IEC 62109-1, UL 1741, CSA C22.2 |
Recommended applications
- Off-grid cabin with Cerbo GX — central GX monitor handles all viewing, no need for phone connection
- Budget RV / Van builds — save on the controller, monitor via VE.Direct cable to a separate display
- Commercial / telecom — system monitored remotely via VRM through a Cerbo GX
- Replacement / spare — same hardware as the SmartSolar; if you have an existing BlueSolar install, this is the right replacement
- Marine — sailboat or trawler with central GX monitoring
Every Jonsson Tech order ships within 5 days nationwide from our Houston, Texas warehouse. Free pre-purchase consultation — call 346-574-9652 or email support@jonssontech.net if you're unsure whether BlueSolar or SmartSolar is right for your setup.
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