{"product_id":"victron-blue-smart-ip65-12v-5a-battery-charger","title":"Victron Blue Smart IP65 12V 5A Battery Charger","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Victron Blue Smart IP65 12\/5 is a compact 230V mains battery charger for 12V lithium and lead acid batteries, combining up to 5A charging with built in Bluetooth, intelligent multi stage charging and an IP65 enclosure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts lower charge rate makes it particularly well suited to starter batteries, motorcycles, smaller auxiliary batteries, boats, classic cars and vehicles that may spend extended periods parked between trips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe charger includes interchangeable battery clamps and M8 ring terminals, allowing it to be used as a portable charger or connected more permanently to a battery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5A Smart Battery Charging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Smart IP65 12\/5 delivers up to 5A in normal charging mode. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor smaller batteries, Low Current Mode reduces the output to 2A, allowing the charger to safely cover an even wider range of battery sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the 12\/5 particularly useful where a larger 10A, 15A or 25A charger would be unnecessary for the battery being maintained. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharging current should always remain within the battery manufacturer's recommended limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLithium \u0026amp; Lead Acid Compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated charging profiles are provided for common flooded lead acid, AGM, Gel and LiFePO4 batteries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLead acid batteries use Victron's adaptive 7 stage charging algorithm, while lithium batteries use a dedicated 4 stage charging profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharging parameters can also be adjusted through VictronConnect where the battery manufacturer specifies different voltages or charging requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt In Bluetooth \u0026amp; VictronConnect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBluetooth is built directly into the charger, allowing monitoring and configuration through the VictronConnect app without any additional hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom your phone or tablet you can view battery voltage, charge current, charging stage and history, select charging modes and access advanced configuration settings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it easy to check what the charger is doing even when the battery or charger is tucked away out of sight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for Smaller Batteries \u0026amp; Maintenance Charging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt its full 5A charge rate, Victron recommends a maximum battery capacity of approximately 50Ah when aiming for a charge rate of at least 0.1C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe charger can also be used with smaller batteries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLead acid: approximately 17Ah minimum at 5A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiFePO4: approximately 10Ah minimum at 5A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLead acid: approximately 7Ah minimum in 2A Low Current Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiFePO4: approximately 4Ah minimum in 2A Low Current Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are Victron's sizing guidelines rather than absolute battery limits. The battery manufacturer's recommended charge current should always take priority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecovery of Deeply Discharged Batteries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Smart IP65 can attempt to start charging from battery voltages as low as 0V. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows it to recover some deeply discharged batteries that conventional chargers may fail to recognise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA severely discharged battery should still be checked carefully before charging, particularly a lithium battery where the BMS may have disconnected the cells for protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecondition Mode for Lead Acid Batteries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn optional Recondition stage is available for compatible lead acid batteries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis temporarily raises the charging voltage and may help with sulphation or cell imbalance in suitable batteries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecondition mode should only be used when appropriate and is not part of the LiFePO4 charging profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Supply Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Smart IP65 can also operate as a configurable DC power supply. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this mode the normal battery charging algorithm is disabled and the charger provides a constant DC output, allowing it to power suitable 12V equipment with or without a battery connected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature Compensated Charging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen charging lead acid batteries, the charger automatically adjusts its charging voltage according to ambient temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis helps compensate for the way lead acid charging requirements change between hot and cold conditions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature compensation is not used with the LiFePO4 profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP65 \u0026amp; Fanless Cooling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe enclosure carries an IP65 rating for protection against dust and water spray, making it well suited to garages, workshops, boats and touring environments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooling is completely passive with no fan or other moving parts, allowing quiet operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictron specifies full rated output up to 30°C ambient temperature, with output reduced as required at higher temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterchangeable Battery Connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe charger has a 1.5 metre DC lead with Victron's interchangeable quick connection system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth M8 ring terminals and battery clamps are supplied, allowing you to choose between a more permanent connection or a temporary clamp connection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.northadventures.com.au\/products\/victron-blue-smart-ip65-charger-2m-extension-cable-5a-20a\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Victron Bluesmart IP65 2m Extension\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOptional extension leads\u003c\/a\u003e and alternative connection accessories are also available separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictron Blue Smart IP65 12V 5A Battery Charger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5m DC battery cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM8 ring terminal connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBattery clamp connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5m Australian 230V mains lead with AS\/NZS 3112 plug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownload the Victron App\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith built-in Bluetooth, and with Bluetooth implemented in most other Victron Energy products, wireless communication between products will simplify your system installation and enhance performance. With the App you are able to;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomize settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor all important data on a single screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eView historical data\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.victronenergy.victronconnect\u0026amp;pcampaignid=web_share\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3892\" data-start=\"3870\"\u003eVictronConnect App\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Australia Wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrders are dispatched quickly from Australia. Questions? Hit us up, we're 4WDers too and happy to help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"specifications\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eCharging Performance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Charge Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow Current Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Efficiency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandby Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Battery Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCan Attempt Charging from 0V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eBattery Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Battery Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlooded Lead Acid, AGM, Gel \u0026amp; 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Battery Clamps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eRecommended Battery Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLead Acid Minimum at 5A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLead Acid Minimum at 2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiFePO4 Minimum at 5A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiFePO4 Minimum at 2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Maximum Battery Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eProtection \u0026amp; Communication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVictronConnect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngress Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFanless Convection Cooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReverse Polarity, Output Short Circuit \u0026amp; 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