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The Victron Smart IP43 Charger 12V 50A is designed to safely and efficiently charge two 12V batteries or battery banks from a mains power source (120–240V AC). Its IP43-rated enclosure provides protection against water spray and solid objects >1mm, making it suitable for marine, automotive, and workshop environments. Equipped with advanced multi-stage charging and adaptive charging logic, this charger optimises the recharge cycle for maximum battery performance and longevity.

Bluetooth connectivity allows easy setup, configuration, and monitoring via the VictronConnect App, and VE.Smart Networking enables multiple chargers to operate in synchronisation with accurate voltage, current, and temperature data from compatible battery monitors.

Key Features:

• IP43 Splash-Resistant Enclosure: Protects against water spray and solid particles, ensuring reliable operation in damp or dusty conditions.
• Bluetooth Setup & Monitoring: Built-in Bluetooth enables rapid setup, full configuration, system monitoring, and firmware updates via VictronConnect on a mobile device or tablet.
• VE.Smart Network Compatible: Multiple chargers can operate in unison, synchronised using Volt-sense, Current-sense, and Temp-sense data for optimised battery charging.
• VE.Direct Interface: Full integration with GX devices for system monitoring, VRM portal access, and remote control of the charger.
• Integrated Charge Presets: Preconfigured profiles for LiFePO4, AGM, Gel, and flooded lead-acid batteries. Advanced settings are configurable via VictronConnect.
• Multi-Stage Charge Algorithm: Ensures optimal recharge cycles and maintenance over extended periods.
• Adaptive Absorption: Monitors battery response to determine ideal absorption duration, fully recharging batteries while avoiding overcharge and accelerated aging.
• Temperature Compensation: Adjusts charging voltage automatically based on ambient temperature; disabled automatically in Li-ion mode.
• High Efficiency: Up to ~96% efficient, reducing power consumption and heat generation.
• Durable & Safe: Protection against overheating, short circuits, and reverse polarity ensures long-term reliable operation.
• Silent Operation: Fanless design with natural convection cooling ensures quiet operation at full rated output up to 40°C ambient temperature.
• Lithium-Ion Compatible: Integrated Li-ion charge mode optimises charge cycles for LiFePO4 batteries.
• Storage Stage: Prevents battery aging when not in use; reduces sulfation and maintains battery health.
• Configurable Output Current: Limit maximum charge current for lower-capacity batteries.
• Second Output for Starter Battery: The charger includes a second output, limited to approximately 4A with a slightly lower voltage, specifically designed to top up a starter battery while the main battery/bank is being charged.
• Power Supply Mode: Provides constant DC power to equipment with or without a battery connected.

Compatibility:

Suitable for 12V lead-acid batteries (AGM, Gel, Wet) and Li-ion (LiFePO4) batteries. Can charge two separate 12V batteries or battery banks simultaneously.

LED Indicators:

Front panel LEDs show charging stage, charging mode, and Bluetooth connection status.

3-pin UK plug mains cable is sold separately.

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Specifications:

• Input voltage range (AC): 85V - 250V @45 - 65Hz
• DC output current for target battery ('normal' mode): 50A
• DC output current for target battery ('night' or 'low' mode): 25A
• DC output current for starter battery: 4A max
• DC output voltage: 12V
• Absorption charging voltage: 14.2V - 14.7V DC (depending on the battery type)
• Float charging voltage: 13.8V (depending on the battery type)
• Standby power consumption: 1W
• Operating temperature range: -20°C to 0°C
• Humidity (non condensing): Max 94%
• Temperature compensation: 16mV/°C
• Protection: IP43
• Dimensions: 180 x 249 x 116 mm
• Weight: 2.7 kg

This product is covered by a 5 year manufacturer warranty.

Full details explaining wiring and operations can be found in the user manual supplied with this product (see Documents tab).

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The following documents are available to download:

User manual for Victron Smart IP43 50A Mains Battery Charger for 2 batteries (VBCP1250-11)

Datasheet for Victron Smart IP43 50A Mains Battery Charger for 2 batteries (VBCP-1250-11)