Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 Battery Charger, 120V Input, Bluetooth
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Overview
The Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 Charger 120 V is a smart battery charger range for 12V and 24V battery systems used on boats, service vehicles, workshops, and dockside maintenance setups. It runs from 110-120VAC nominal mains power, accepts a 100-130VAC input range, and uses Bluetooth through the VictronConnect app for setup, status checks, and charge history.
This charger family covers common marine battery maintenance needs, from smaller starting batteries to larger service batteries, with charge current options from 5A to 25A depending on the selected model. The IP65 rating helps protect the unit against dust and water spray around marine work areas, while convection cooling keeps operation fan-free.
The charging profile uses a 7-stage adaptive algorithm for lead-acid batteries and a 4-stage algorithm in Li-ion mode. It also includes temperature compensation for lead-acid charging, storage mode for longer layups, and a recovery function that can begin charging a severely discharged battery once it can safely accept current.
Key features
- 120V AC input range with 110-120VAC nominal operation and 100-130VAC minimum to maximum tolerance.
- Model range covers 12V battery systems at 5A, 7A, 10A, 15A, and 25A, plus 24V systems at 5A, 8A, and 13A.
- Bluetooth connection works with the VictronConnect app for charger setup, live status, and charge history without opening up the installation area.
- IP65 ingress rating helps protect the charger from dust and water spray in marine maintenance environments.
- Charge modes support lead-acid battery types and LiFePO4 batteries through the dedicated Li-ion setting.
- Low current mode helps match the charger to smaller battery capacities when the full rated charge current is not appropriate.
- Protection covers reverse polarity, output short circuit, and overtemperature faults.
- Convection cooling means there is no fan to pull salt, dust, or locker debris through the charger housing.
- 1.8 m AC mains cable with US NEMA 1-15P plug and 1.5 m battery cable with interchangeable connections support practical bench, locker, and dockside use.
Variants
This charger range varies by battery system voltage and maximum charge current. The 12V options cover 5A, 7A, 10A, 15A, and 25A output, while the 24V options cover 5A, 8A, and 13A output.
Across the listed 120V range, the chargers share Bluetooth configuration through VictronConnect, an IP65-rated housing, adaptive multi-stage charging, storage mode, and the same 110-120VAC nominal mains input. Physical size, weight, and cable gauge vary by output rating, so the selected version should match the battery bank size, available mounting space, and expected charge time.
Battery compatibility and charging
The Blue Smart IP65 Charger is suited to common onboard battery maintenance tasks where the battery is charged from shore power or a 120V AC supply. It can be used with lead-acid battery types such as flooded, AGM, and gel, and it includes a Li-ion mode for LiFePO4 batteries.
For boats that sit between trips or spend time in seasonal storage, storage mode helps keep the battery maintained without leaving it at a constant high float voltage. The adaptive absorption stage adjusts charge time based on battery response, which is useful when the same charger is used across batteries with different depth of discharge.
Installation and system use
The charger should be installed with ventilation around the housing and with the DC leads routed so they are protected from chafe, heat, and moving parts. On a boat, that usually means a dry service area, battery compartment edge, workshop bench, or sheltered locker rather than a spot where the charger can sit in standing water or direct spray.
The included interchangeable battery connections allow the same charger to be used for a more permanent ring-terminal connection or for temporary clamp-on charging. The mode button on the charger can be used for local setup, while VictronConnect is the more practical option when the charger is mounted in a tight locker or when the user wants to review charge status from a phone or tablet.
What’s included
- Blue Smart IP65 Charger 120 V unit
- 1.8 m mains cable with US NEMA 1-15P plug
- 1.5 m figure-8 red and black battery cable
- M8 ring terminal battery connection
- Battery clamp connection
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