Blue Smart IP65s 12/5

The Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65s Charger 12/5 is an intelligent and robust charging solution designed for maintaining and charging batteries in demanding environments. It is ideal for use in workshops, classic vehicles, motorcycles, boats, and motorhomes, providing protection against water, dust, and chemicals.

This charger is compatible with a wide range of batteries, including:

Lead-acid batteries (flooded, AGM, Gel)Li-ion batteries (LiFePO₄)

The charger uses a 7-stage adaptive charging algorithm. This algorithm is optimized to extend battery life by adapting the charge based on battery condition, preventing sulfation and corrosion of the positive plates.

The IP65 protection rating means the charger is fully protected against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction. This makes it water-resistant, dust-resistant, and chemical-resistant, suitable for harsh environments.

No, this charger is designed fanless. It operates silently and its fanless design enhances durability by reducing thermal stress on electronic components.

Yes, the Blue Smart IP65s charger can attempt to recharge a completely discharged battery (down to 0 Volts) with a low current, then resume normal charging once sufficient voltage is established at the battery terminals.

Storage mode is a function that reduces the charging voltage when the battery remains connected to the charger for more than 48 hours. This minimizes corrosion of the positive plates and extends battery life, even with prolonged connection.

The reconditioning function is designed to partially reverse the sulfation of lead-acid batteries that have been insufficiently charged or left discharged for an extended period. It charges the battery with a low current up to a higher voltage in an attempt to restore its capacity.

This charger can operate within an extended temperature range from -40°C to +60°C. It delivers its full rated power up to 30°C, and its cables remain flexible even at low temperatures.

The Victron Blue Smart IP65s charger delivers very high efficiency, reaching up to 95%. Once the battery is fully charged, its standby power consumption is very low, below 0.5 Watt.

For the Victron Blue Smart IP65s 12V 5A charger, the recommended battery size is 20 to 50 Ah for optimal and efficient charging.

The charger features Bluetooth Smart, allowing you to fully manage and control it via the VictronConnect app. You can monitor the charging status and battery levels, as well as configure charger settings from a smartphone or tablet (iOS and Android).

The charger operates with an input voltage and frequency range of 100 to 250 VAC and 45 to 65 Hz, making it compatible with most standard power outlets.

The charger comes with 1.5-metre black and red battery cables. It includes clamps and M8 eyelets to facilitate connection to different battery terminal types.

To connect the charger to a battery in a vehicle:

Ensure the AC cord is unplugged from the power outlet.Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp of the charger to the battery's POSITIVE terminal (POS, P, +) that is not grounded.Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block, away from the battery.Plug the AC cord into the wall outlet.To disconnect, reverse the order: unplug the AC cord, remove the clamp from the chassis, then remove the clamp from the battery terminal.

To connect the charger to a battery outside a vehicle:

Ensure the AC cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.Connect the POSITIVE clamp (RED) of the charger to the POSITIVE terminal (POS, P, +) of the battery.Connect the NEGATIVE clamp (BLACK) of the charger to the NEGATIVE terminal (NEG, N, –) of the battery.Plug the AC cord into the wall outlet.To disconnect, reverse the order: unplug the AC cord, remove the clamp from the NEGATIVE terminal, then remove the clamp from the POSITIVE terminal.

To enable low-current mode, hold the MODE button for 3 seconds. The MODE LED will flash to indicate that low-current mode is active. This mode is useful for charging smaller-capacity batteries. To disable it, press the MODE button again for 3 seconds.

Yes, the charger is protected against reverse polarity. If the battery is connected incorrectly, all status LEDs will flash and no sparking will occur, ensuring safe use.

Yes, the Blue Smart IP65s charger measures ambient temperature during the test phase and compensates for temperature during the charging process for lead-acid batteries. This ensures optimal charging voltage, extending battery life, without requiring manual adjustments for cold or hot environments.

The Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65s 12/5 charger comes with a 5-year warranty.