Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 (1)

The IP67 protection rating means the Victron Energy Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 is fully waterproof, oilproof, and dustproof. This makes it particularly suitable for demanding marine and industrial environments, such as wet bilges or engine rooms.

The die-cast aluminium housing and resin-encapsulated electronic components give the charger exceptional robustness. This design ensures excellent resistance to shocks, vibrations, and protects the device against ignition, thus guaranteeing increased durability and safety in harsh conditions.

The Victron Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 stands out with a high energy efficiency of 96%. This performance minimizes heat dissipation, reducing energy losses. Once the battery is fully charged, its standby power consumption is less than 0.5 Watt.

The charger uses a 5-stage adaptive charging algorithm, microprocessor-controlled, to optimize the charging process. The stages are:

Bulk (bulk charge): Constant-current charge.
Absorption: Constant-voltage charge to complete charging.
Recondition: Reconditioning phase for deeply discharged batteries.
Float (float charge): Maintaining the battery at a float voltage.
Storage (storage): Reducing float voltage to minimize aging and self-discharge.
The algorithm automatically adapts to battery usage.

The storage mode activates when the battery has not undergone discharge for 24 hours. In this mode, the float voltage is reduced to 2.2 V/cell (i.e., 26.4 V for a 24 V battery) to minimize gassing and positive plate corrosion. Once per week, the voltage is raised to the absorption level to 'equalize' the battery, preventing electrolyte stratification and sulfation—major causes of early battery failure.

Yes, the Victron Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 has a recovery function for fully discharged batteries. It can initiate charging even if the battery has been discharged to zero volts. It can also reconnect to a fully discharged Li-ion battery with an internal disconnect function.

The charger includes multiple protections to ensure safety and durability:

Protection against battery polarity reversal (via an external ATO fuse).Protection against output short-circuits.Protection against overheating: output current is reduced if temperature rises to 60 °C, without the charger failing.

Yes, Victron Blue Smart IP67 chargers are completely silent. They have no cooling fan or other moving parts, ensuring noise-free operation.

Yes, the Victron Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 can be used as a power supply.

The Victron Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 integrates a temperature-compensated charging function. It measures ambient temperature during the test phase and adjusts the charging voltage based on this temperature. This ensures an optimal charging voltage for lead-acid batteries, which varies inversely with temperature. No special settings for cold or hot environments are required.

The charger has two LEDs to indicate its status:

The yellow LED indicates the charge cycle:
Rapid flashing: bulk charge.
Slow flashing: absorption.
Solid: float.
Off: storage.
The green LED indicates the device is powered on (power on).

The Victron Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 has dimensions of 99 mm (height) x 219 mm (width) x 65 mm (depth) and weighs 2.4 kg.

The charger must be installed in a well-ventilated area, close to the battery. It is essential not to place it directly above the battery due to potential corrosive gases emitted by the battery.

To connect the charger:

Connect the negative ring terminal (black cable) to the battery’s negative pole (–).Connect the positive ring terminal (red cable) to the battery’s positive pole (+).Plug the AC power cable into a wall outlet. The charging cycle will then begin.Make sure to always connect and disconnect the DC output terminals only after unplugging the AC cord from the electrical outlet.

When the battery is installed in a vehicle, it is essential to take precautions to reduce the risk of sparks near the battery:

Position the AC and DC cables to minimize the risk of damage from the hood, door, or any moving engine part. Keep away from fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other moving parts. Check the polarity of the battery terminals. For a negative-ground vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger lead to the battery’s positive terminal (not grounded). Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) lead to the vehicle chassis or engine block, away from the battery. For a positive-ground vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger lead to the battery’s negative terminal (not grounded). Connect the POSITIVE (RED) lead to the vehicle chassis or engine block, away from the battery. When disconnecting, unplug the AC cable first, then remove the lead from the chassis, and finally the lead from the battery.

For your safety, follow these precautions:

Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries. Ensure the area around the battery is well-ventilated during charging. Wear full eye protection and protective clothing. Never smoke and never allow sparks or flames near a battery. Do not disassemble the charger; contact a service agent or the manufacturer for any repairs. Unplug the charger from the outlet before any maintenance or cleaning. Never charge a frozen battery.

The charger is designed to charge and maintain lead-acid batteries and Li-ion batteries.

The Victron Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 is designed for lead-acid and Li-ion batteries with a capacity between 14 Ah and 225 Ah.

For Li-ion batteries, the charger uses a simplified three-stage charging algorithm: bulk (bulk charge), absorption, and float (float charge). It is important to note that a Battery Management System (BMS) may be required to safely charge a Li-ion battery. The charger can also reconnect to a fully discharged Li-ion battery thanks to an internal disconnect function.

Yes, the Victron Blue Smart IP67 Charger 24/8 charger is compatible with a nominal input voltage range of 220-240 VAC and a frequency of 50-60 Hz. The actual supported input voltage range is 180-265 VAC at 45-65 Hz. It comes with a 1.5-meter cable and a CEE 7/7 plug.