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MPPT Sizing Deep Dive — Ask Marcus Anything

Marcus T. (Victron certified, 312 answers) will spend an hour answering your MPPT sizing questions. Bring your panel specs, he'll do the math live.

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Marcus T.Verified Installer
Sat, 2 May · 19:00 AEST60 min47 attending
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Live Build: Sarah Wires Her 24V Sprinter Inverter

Watch SolarSarah install a 3000W Victron MultiPlus in real time. She'll explain every connection, every fuse, every decision. Ask questions in chat.

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SolarSarah_WATop Contributor
Sun, 26 Apr · 14:00 AWST90 min128 attending
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MeetupUpcoming23/40 attending

Melbourne Vanlifers — Monthly Catchup

Casual meetup at The Crafty Squire. Bring photos of your build, swap stories, find an installer recommendation. All builds welcome — vans, utes, trailers.

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VanLifeMikeCommunity Expert
Sun, 10 May · 18:30 AEST2 hours23 attending
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WorkshopPast Event89/100 attending

Cable Sizing Workshop — From Theory to Practice

Priya M. walks through cable sizing for every major component in a typical van build. Bring your own specs and she'll check them. Worksheets provided.

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Priya M.Top Contributor
Mon, 20 Apr · 10:00 AEST90 min89 attending
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AMAPast Event

LiFePO4 vs AGM — The Honest Comparison

James W. and Dave R. debate the real-world differences. No brand bias, just data from 500+ builds they've worked on.

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James W. & Dave R.Verified Installer
Fri, 10 Apr · 20:00 BST75 min156 attending
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VanLifeMikeCommunity Expert

Transit Custom · 24V · LiFePO4

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198 answers1920 rep
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Snowy Mountains Cabin · 24V · LiFePO4

24VLiFePO4Cold climate78% match
156 answers1650 rep

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Complete 12V Starter System — Panel + Controller + Battery

Complete 12V Starter System — Panel + Controller + Battery

$650

16km awayVerified
Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 — 12V/24V

Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 — 12V/24V

$185

16km awayVerified
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