The short version
AC-to-12V charger used in a battery-backed UPS replacement setup.
From the HackerLinks archive
Victron Phoenix Charger
AC-to-12V charger used in a battery-backed UPS replacement setup.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-05-12
Last seen:2026-05-12
Times seen:1
Website:victronenergy.com
Why it caught our attention
It stood out as a practical hardware fix instead of a theoretical UPS debate.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-05-12
Editorial paraphrase
A commenter said they replaced multiple UPS units with Victron AC-to-12V chargers and reported the setup worked well.
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