Victron Energy Galvanic Isolator VDI-32 A
The VDI-32 galvanic isolator from Victron Energy (MPN GDI000032000) plays a crucial role in preventing electrolytic corrosion. It blocks all low-voltage DC currents that enter your boat via the shore power ground cable and could potentially cause corrosion on underwater metal parts such as the hull, propeller, shaft, and other components. The internal structure of the galvanic isolator consists of two diodes connected in an anti-parallel arrangement. This configuration allows the diodes to conduct current in both directions, but only when a certain voltage threshold is exceeded. The voltage at which the diodes conduct is 1.4 Vdc.
The isolator is installed directly behind the 230 V connection of your boat. The forward voltage of the galvanic isolator is higher than the potential difference between metals. This means that the voltage does not allow a current to flow and the galvanic isolator thus prevents any electrolytic current. However, if a (higher) fault current occurs in the AC circuit, the diodes allow the current to pass and the residual current device interrupts the circuit.
about the VDI-32 galvanic isolator
- Maximum current: 32A
- Peak current (20 ms): 3200A
- Connection: M6
- Material: anodized aluminum
- Protection class: IP67
- Weight: 2 kg
- Dimensions: 63 x 164 x 200 mm
- waterproof (sealed)
Scope of delivery
1x Victron Energy VDI-32 Galvanic Isolator
Manufactuerer Information
Victron Energy
Victron Energy B.V.
De Paal 35
1351 JG Almere
Netherlands
Mail: sales@victronenergy.com
Tel.: +31 365359700
