Blue Smart IP65 1.1A

The IP65 protection rating means the charger is fully protected against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction. This makes it resistant to water, dust, and chemicals, making it ideal for demanding environments such as marine applications.

This charger is compatible with a wide range of batteries, including lead-acid batteries (AGM, Gel, flooded) and Li-ion batteries (LiFePO₄).

This charger model is designed to charge 6V and 12V batteries.

The Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 Charger 6V/12V-1.1 provides a maximum charging current of 1.1 Ampere (1.1 A).

The Blue Smart IP65 charger is equipped with a recovery function that allows it to attempt to recharge a fully discharged battery (down to 0 Volts) using a low current. Once sufficient voltage is established at the battery terminals, it resumes a normal charging cycle.

This charger has an efficiency of 82%. Thanks to this ultra-high efficiency, it generates up to four times less heat than standard industry chargers.

Yes, the charger is completely silent. Its fanless design means it has no moving parts, reducing thermal stress on the electronic components.

The VictronConnect app, via Bluetooth Smart, allows you to configure, monitor, and update the charger from a smartphone or tablet. You can view the charger and battery status, and control functions, including reading voltage and current.

This charger can operate within a temperature range from -30°C to +50°C, with full nominal power guaranteed up to 30°C.

The charger is protected against overheating. If the ambient temperature rises to 60°C, the output current will be automatically reduced to protect the device without the charger failing.

The charger includes several essential protections:

Reverse polarity protection.Short-circuit protection on output.Overheat protection.

The Blue Smart IP65 charger measures ambient temperature during the test phase and automatically adjusts the charging voltage based on this temperature. This compensation is performed again in float mode during maintenance or storage charging, eliminating the need for manual adjustments in cold or hot environments.

Storage mode is activated when the battery remains connected to the charger for more than 48 hours. It further reduces the charging voltage to minimize corrosion of the battery's positive plates, which is essential for extending its lifespan.

The charger uses a seven-step adaptive charging algorithm to optimize battery performance and longevity:

Test: Battery state check.Pre-charge: Initial charge if needed.Bulk (constant current): Main charge to reach 80% capacity quickly.Absorption (top-up charge): Constant voltage charge to complete the charge.Float (trickle charge): Maintains battery at full charge.Storage: Reduces voltage to minimize corrosion during prolonged storage.Reconditioning (optional): Recovers sulfated batteries.

This 6V/12V-1.1A charger is specifically recommended for batteries with a capacity ranging from 20 Ah to 50 Ah.

For a negative-ground vehicle, follow these steps:

Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp of the charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) terminal of the battery that is not grounded. Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block, away from the battery. Avoid the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts. Connect to a sturdy metal part of the frame or engine block. Plug the AC cord into the wall outlet.

When the battery is outside the vehicle, proceed as follows:

Connect the POSITIVE clamp (RED) of the charger to the POSITIVE terminal (POS, P, +) of the battery. Connect the NEGATIVE clamp (BLACK) to the NEGATIVE terminal (NEG, N, –) of the battery. Plug the AC cord into the wall outlet. Avoid facing the battery during the final connection.

The reconditioning function is designed to partially reverse sulfation in a lead-acid battery that has been insufficiently charged or left discharged for days or weeks. It charges the battery with a low current up to a higher voltage. This function should be used occasionally and with caution, especially for VRLA batteries (Gel and AGM), as venting can dry out the electrolyte.

Yes, the charger is protected against reverse polarity. As soon as the battery is connected, the charger immediately detects the voltage and polarity. In case of incorrect connection, all status LEDs will flash and no spark will occur, ensuring safe use.