One of our customers built this awesome mobile coffee van, that can run completely off-grid. Serving barista quality coffee on the go can mean running espresso machines, grinders, refrigeration, and lighting all in a small space without access to the grid. Our team designed and supplied a complete Victron Energy solution designed to deliver reliable, silent, and efficient off-grid power. So they can brew on the go.
The Power Challenge
Traditional coffee vans often rely on noisy diesel generators, which come with high running costs, emissions, and maintenance demands or finding access to a hook-up which isn't always possible.
Our customer needed to provide:
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Sufficient battery storage to handle peak loads like espresso machines.
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Inverter-charger capability to provide clean AC power.
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Smart monitoring and control to keep everything running smoothly.
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Rugged wiring and protection to ensure safety and reliability.
The Victron Solution
Our team put together a kit and we supplied the parts to build a system that ticks all those boxes. Here’s a breakdown of the key components:
Energy Storage
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Victron Energy LiFePO₄ Battery 25.6V 200Ah (BAT524120610)
Provides high-capacity, long-life storage, ensuring enough energy to brew coffees all day.
Power Conversion
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MultiPlus 24/2000 Inverter/Charger (PMP242200000)
Converts stored DC energy into 230V AC for appliances, while offering charging flexibility when grid or shore power is available. -
Orion-Tr Smart 12/24-15A (360W) Non-isolated DC-DC charger (ORI122436140)
Monitoring & Control
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Victron Cerbo GX & GX Touch 50 (BPP900450100 & BPP900455050)
A complete system monitoring solution, giving real-time insights into battery status, load consumption, and charging.
Distribution & Safety
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Victron Lynx Distributor & VE.Bus BMS (LYN060102000, BMS300200200)
Professional-grade busbar and battery management system to keep things safe and tidy. -
MEGA Fuses & MIDI Fuses with holders (CIP136200010, MIDI40, CIP000050001, etc.)
Ensure overload protection for critical circuits.
Input & Auxiliary Equipment
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Power Inlet & Shore Power Cord (SHP303202000, SHP306002500)
Enables charging from external AC supply when parked at events.
Brewing Without Limits
With this Victron powered setup, the mobile coffee van can:
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Run silently with no disruptive generators.
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Reduce operating costs by avoiding or reducing fuel expenses.
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Offer full energy independence at festivals, city streets, or rural markets.
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Provide reliability , brew where there is no power. Critical when your business depends on consistent coffee service.
The monitoring system also ensures that the operator always knows exactly how much energy is available, preventing unexpected downtime during busy hours.
Why It Matters
This project highlights how Victron products empower small businesses to go off-grid without compromise. A mobile coffee van is more than just a business. By reducing or eliminating generator noise and emissions, this van creates a more welcoming, eco-friendly environment while showcasing the possibilities of modern energy solutions.
And best of all? Every espresso pulled is powered by clean, reliable Victron Energy supplied and supported by us.
✅ Want to build your own mobile business or upgrade one for a client?
Get in touch with us we’ll help design and supply the perfect Victron Energy kit for your needs.
