{"product_id":"victron-bmv-712-smart-battery-monitor-black-bluetooth","title":"Victron BMV-712 Smart Battery Monitor (Black) — Bluetooth, 500A Shunt, 6.5–70V","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Victron BMV-712 Smart is a precision battery monitor that tells you exactly how much energy is left in your battery bank\u003c\/strong\u003e — not just voltage, but real state-of-charge, current draw, time-to-empty, and historical usage. Built around a precision 500A shunt and Victron's industry-standard accuracy, it works on any 12V, 24V, or 48V system between 6.5V and 70V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the BLACK model — visually matches Victron's MultiPlus, Quattro, and Cerbo GX product line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the BMV-712\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue state-of-charge, not voltage guessing\u003c\/strong\u003e — voltage alone is a terrible indicator of remaining lithium or AGM capacity. The BMV-712 uses a shunt to count every amp in and out, giving you a precise percentage like a fuel gauge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth + VictronConnect app\u003c\/strong\u003e — monitor from your phone in real time. View live data plus 30 days of historical charge\/discharge trends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in display unit\u003c\/strong\u003e — wall-mountable head unit shows SoC, voltage, current, power, time-remaining, and consumed amp-hours at a glance. Readable in direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable auxiliary input\u003c\/strong\u003e — measure battery temperature (with optional sensor), midpoint voltage to detect a weak cell in a series bank, or monitor a second 12V starter battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable relay\u003c\/strong\u003e — drive an external alarm, auto-disconnect non-essential loads at low SoC, or trigger a generator-start signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCerbo GX ready\u003c\/strong\u003e — pair via VE.Direct cable (sold separately) for full system integration and remote monitoring via VRM Portal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMV-712 Smart head unit (Black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e500A \/ 50mV precision shunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10m (33 ft) UTP RJ12 cable connecting head unit to shunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounting bezel for round panel cutout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBattery cable with M10 fuse holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery voltage range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5–70 VDC (works on 12V, 24V, 48V systems)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCurrent measurement range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-500 to +500A (with included shunt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.4%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mA \/ 0.01V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in (works with VictronConnect app)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVE.Direct port\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (for Cerbo GX integration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAuxiliary input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature \/ midpoint \/ second battery voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProgrammable relay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — alarm, load disconnect, generator start\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBacklit, 4 buttons, readable in sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to +50°C (-40°F to +122°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack (matches MultiPlus, Quattro, Cerbo GX line)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBAM030712200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years (manufacturer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRV \/ Van Life\u003c\/strong\u003e — primary house bank monitor; pairs with MultiPlus inverter\/charger and SmartSolar MPPT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarine\u003c\/strong\u003e — sailboat and powerboat house bank monitoring; deep-cycle and lithium banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOff-grid cabin \/ tiny home\u003c\/strong\u003e — system monitoring at the main panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolar storage\u003c\/strong\u003e — seamless integration with Victron MPPT controllers and Cerbo GX\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile \/ industrial\u003c\/strong\u003e — surveillance trailers, work trucks, telecom backup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNot sure if the BMV-712 is the right choice?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BMV-712 is the right pick for most installs where you want a dedicated display. If you don't need a head unit and prefer phone-only monitoring, the \u003cstrong\u003eSmartShunt 500A\u003c\/strong\u003e is the same accuracy in a shunt-only package at lower cost. If you want a smaller display footprint without wireless, the older BMV-700 is still a great option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Jonsson Tech order ships within 5 days nationwide from our Houston, Texas warehouse. Free pre-purchase system design consultation included — call \u003cstrong\u003e346-574-9652\u003c\/strong\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@jonssontech.net\"\u003esupport@jonssontech.net\u003c\/a\u003e before you buy and we'll confirm the right Victron monitor for your inverter, charger, and battery setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46106807173339,"sku":"BAM030712200","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/3200\/9947\/files\/bmv.jpg?v=1728472155","url":"https:\/\/www.jonssontech.net\/products\/victron-bmv-712-smart-battery-monitor-black-bluetooth","provider":"Jonsson Tech LLC ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}