Victron Blue Smart IP65 Charger 12/15 + DC connector

Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 Charger 12/15 + DC connector is a professional battery charger for 12 V battery systems, delivering up to 15 A of charging current. It uses a 7-stage adaptive charging algorithm for lead-acid batteries and a 4-stage algorithm for Li-ion batteries, with dedicated charging profiles for normal, high-voltage and lithium-ion operation.

Built-in Bluetooth enables configuration, monitoring and diagnostics through the VictronConnect app. The IP65-rated enclosure, fanless natural convection cooling and wide AC input range make this charger suitable for campervans, caravans, boats, professional vehicles, workshops and stationary 12 V systems.

Key benefits

• Up to 15 A charging current for 12 V battery systems.
• Suitable for lead-acid and Li-ion batteries.
• 7-stage adaptive charging algorithm for lead-acid batteries and 4-stage charging for Li-ion.
• Normal, High and Li-ion charging modes.
• Built-in Bluetooth with VictronConnect app support.
• Up to 94% maximum efficiency and 0.5 W standby power consumption.
• IP65 dust- and water-splash protection.
• Silent fanless natural convection cooling.
• Protection against reverse polarity, output short circuit and overheating.
• Can also be used as a power supply.

Applications

The Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 Charger 12/15 is suitable for charging and maintaining 12 V batteries in campervans, caravans, boats, professional vehicles, garages, workshops and off-grid or stationary systems. It can be used with lead-acid, AGM, GEL and Li-ion batteries when the selected charging profile matches the battery manufacturer’s requirements.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Victron Energy
• Product: Blue Smart IP65 Charger 12/15 + DC connector
• SKU: BPC121531064R
• Nominal input voltage: 220–240 VAC
• Input voltage range: 180–265 VAC
• Input frequency: 50–60 Hz nominal; 45–65 Hz range
• System output voltage: 12 V
• Maximum charge current: 15 A
• Low-mode charge current limit: 4 A
• Charge voltage — Normal mode: 14.4 V absorption; 13.8 V float; 13.2 V storage
• Charge voltage — High mode: 14.7 V absorption; 13.8 V float; 13.2 V storage
• Charge voltage — Li-ion mode: 14.2 V absorption; float not applicable; 13.5 V storage
• Temperature compensation: -16 mV/°C; not applicable for Li-ion
• Charging algorithm: 7-stage adaptive; 4-stage for Li-ion
• Maximum recommended battery capacity: 150 Ah in 15 A mode
• Minimum lead-acid battery capacity: 50 Ah in 15 A mode; 13 Ah in Low mode
• Minimum Li-ion battery capacity: 30 Ah in 15 A mode; 8 Ah in Low mode
• Maximum efficiency: 94%
• Standby power: 0.5 W
• Power factor: >0.6
• Cooling: natural convection, fanless
• Operating temperature: -40°C to +50°C; full rated output up to +30°C
• Maximum humidity: 95%
• Ingress protection: IP65
• Communication: Bluetooth via VictronConnect
• Bluetooth: +4 dBm; 2402–2480 MHz
• AC cable: 1.5 m with CEE 7/16 or CEE 7/17 plug, depending on version
• Battery connection: 1.5 m cable with interchangeable battery connections
• Dimensions H × W × D: 60 × 105 × 190 mm
• Weight: 0.9 kg
• Certification: CE

Connectivity and control

Bluetooth connectivity and the VictronConnect app allow you to select the charging mode, adjust settings, monitor the charging process and perform diagnostics wirelessly. Normal, High and Li-ion modes support a wide range of 12 V battery technologies.

Package contents

• Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 Charger 12/15
• DC connector
• Battery cable with clamps
• M8 ring-terminal cable lugs