Victron Energy Lynx Smart BMS 500 M8 Battery Management System for Smart Lithium Batteries, Bluetooth Monitoring, 500A Shunt and Contactor
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$764.24$99.95
The Victron Energy Lynx Smart BMS 500 M8 manages Victron Smart Lithium battery banks with Bluetooth monitoring, a built-in 500A contactor and pre-alarm protection at $99.95 (save $664.29 off $764.24) with coupon OUTPOST12 and free shipping over $45 at PowerHaven Outpost.
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The Victron Energy Lynx Smart BMS 500 M8 battery management system is the dedicated BMS for Victron Lithium Smart batteries, adding Bluetooth monitoring, a 500A built-in contactor and pre-alarm safety. Current price: $99.95, down from $764.24 — a massive 87% discount of $664.29. Apply coupon OUTPOST12 for an extra 12% and buy online; orders over $45 ship free.
Specifications
Brand: Victron Energy
Series: Lynx Smart BMS 500, M8 terminals
Product Type: Battery management system with shunt and contactor
Continuous Current: 500A built-in contactor (also usable as remote main switch)
Connectivity: Bluetooth via VictronConnect for setup and monitoring
Monitoring: State of charge %, cell data, local and remote via GX device / VRM
Designed exclusively for Victron Energy Lithium Smart batteries. It will not manage non-Victron lithium batteries — pair it with Victron Smart Lithium packs and a GX device for full-system control.
Lynx Smart BMS 500 M8 vs M10
The difference is the terminal size: M8 versus M10 studs. Choose M8 for cabling that fits 8mm lugs; both variants share the same 500A BMS functionality.
Troubleshooting Tips
If the pre-alarm isn't showing in VictronConnect, verify Bluetooth pairing, firmware updates, and that load/charger control (allow-to-charge/discharge) contacts are wired per the manual.
Price & Deal Value
$99.95 vs $764.24 — over $664 in savings, an extra 12% with coupon OUTPOST12, and free shipping over $45. An exceptionally affordable online buy for a Victron 500A BMS.
Features
Built-in 500A contactor doubles as a remote main systems switch — full safety control at a $99.95 clearance price
Bluetooth setup and monitoring via VictronConnect with GX/VRM remote access — pro features at 87% off
Pre-alarm warns before shutdown from a low cell — protected lithium systems plus 12% more off with coupon OUTPOST12
Series: Lynx Smart BMS 500 M8
Contactor: Built-in 500A, remote-controllable main switch
Terminals: M8 studs
Connectivity: Bluetooth (VictronConnect); GX device / VRM remote monitoring
Product Type: Battery management system with shunt and contactor
Compatibility: Victron Energy Lithium Smart batteries only
$764.24 compare-at → $99.95 sale → extra 12% with coupon OUTPOST12 → free shipping over $45. Total savings top $700 with the coupon.
Build a Compatible System
Victron Lithium Smart batteries (required)
VictronConnect app for Bluetooth setup and monitoring
Victron GX device for remote VRM monitoring
Who Should Buy
Off-grid, marine and RV builders running Victron Smart Lithium banks who need a 500A BMS with pre-alarm safety at a clearance price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Victron Lynx Smart BMS 500 M8 work with non-Victron lithium batteries?
No. It is a dedicated BMS designed exclusively for Victron Energy Lithium Smart batteries and communicates with them directly.
What is the difference between the Lynx Smart BMS 500 M8 and M10?
Only the terminal stud size — M8 versus M10. Electrical functionality and the 500A rating are identical.
Why is my Lynx Smart BMS pre-alarm not showing in VictronConnect?
Check Bluetooth pairing, update firmware, and confirm the pre-alarm signal wiring and allow-to-charge/discharge contact settings per the manual.
What is the current price and discount?
$99.95, down from $764.24 — an 87% discount of $664.29. Coupon OUTPOST12 adds another 12% off.
Where can I buy it and is shipping free?
Buy online at PowerHaven Outpost — orders over $45.00 ship free, and this item qualifies.
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n***z
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The missing piece for my lithium bank
Six Smart Lithium batteries, one Lynx Smart BMS 500, and everything just talks to each other. The built-in 500A contactor means no separate contactor wiring, and the pre-alarm gives me a warning before it ever cuts load. Cleanest install of my entire build.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0
f****x
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Bullets
Seamless integration. Bluetooth monitoring is great. Expensive but worth it.
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j*h
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Excellent but bring deep pockets
The discount helped a lot here. Integration with my Victron batteries and Cerbo is completely plug-and-play, and I love seeing everything in VRM remotely. Four stars only because the M8 terminal hardware feels undersized for a 500A system, though it works fine.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0
v***n
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Peace of mind at anchor
The pre-alarm signal lets my inverter shut down gracefully before the BMS disconnects, which protects my fridge and electronics from an abrupt cut. That single feature justifies the price for a liveaboard like me. Flawless so far.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0
x****u
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Retired electrician, impressed
I've wired a lot of battery systems and this is the most elegant solution I've seen for a lithium bank. The contactor, shunt, and BMS logic in one enclosure eliminates a dozen failure points. Bluetooth diagnostics make commissioning a breeze.
★★★★★★★★★★3.0
x**y
Works, but ecosystem lock-in
Performance is genuinely good and monitoring is comprehensive. Just know it's really only for Victron Smart Lithium batteries, so check compatibility before buying. Once matched, it's excellent.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0
c**n
Van build essential
Handles my full 4000W inverter loads without breaking a sweat and the app shows exactly what's happening at all times. Support answered my configuration question within a day. Would buy again.