Description

VICTRON ENERGY Galvanic VDI-32 Isolator | Essential Marine Corrosion Protection
Protect your investment and ensure the longevity of your vessel with the VICTRON ENERGY Galvanic VDI-32 Isolator, a critical component in the Electronics and Electrical connections category for any boat connected to shore power. Galvanic corrosion is a silent threat that can cause significant and costly damage to your boat´s underwater metal parts, including the hull, propeller, and drive shaft. This destructive process occurs when your boat is plugged into an AC shore power system, creating an electrical path that accelerates corrosion. The VDI-32 Galvanic Isolator is expertly engineered to prevent this by effectively blocking the low-voltage DC currents responsible for corrosion, all while maintaining the integrity of the AC safety ground for complete protection.
By installing this state-of-the-art isolator, you dramatically extend the life of your vessel´s sacrificial anodes and safeguard its essential metallic components from premature decay. It is the definitive solution for boat owners seeking peace of mind and long-term reliability for their marine electrical system.
The galvanic isolator consists internally of two diodes which are connected in anti-parallel fashion.
When they are connected in this way, the diodes allow current in both directions but only above a certain threshold voltage.
The voltage at which diodes conduct is about 1.4 Vdc.
The isolator is installed directly behind your boat´s 230V connection.
The forward voltage from the galvanic isolator is higher than the potential difference between metals.
As a result, this voltage will not allow conduction and as such, the galvanic isolator will prevent any electrolytic current.
However, if there is a (higher) error voltage in the AC circuit, the diodes will allow current through and the residual-current device will break the circuit.
Key Benefits & Main Features:
* Superior Corrosion Prevention: Actively blocks destructive galvanic currents, preserving your hull, propeller, shaft, and other submerged metal parts.
* Maintains Safety Ground: Ensures the AC safety ground connection remains fully functional, protecting against electrical shock hazards without compromise.
* Extends Anode Life: By stopping stray corrosive currents, your sacrificial anodes last significantly longer, reducing maintenance frequency and costs.
* Simple Integration: Designed for straightforward installation directly into the shore power circuit, making it an essential upgrade for any marine electrical setup.
* Reliable Performance: Built with Victron Energy´s renowned quality and engineering, the VDI-32 offers dependable, long-term performance in demanding marine environments.
Technical Specifications
* Product Type: Galvanic Isolator
* Attribute: Isolators
* Model: VDI-32
* Shore Connection: 32 A
* Peak Current (20ms): 3200 A
* Operating Voltage: Suitable for 115 V / 230 V systems
* Technology: Advanced diode-based isolation.
Choose the VICTRON ENERGY Galvanic VDI-32 Isolator to provide a robust and reliable defense against galvanic corrosion, ensuring your boat remains safe, sound, and ready for the water. It is an indispensable safeguard for modern boating