The Victron Blue Smart IP65 12V 5A is a compact single-output battery charger for 12V lead-acid and lithium battery maintenance in vehicles, boats, caravans and off-grid equipment. Built-in Bluetooth links to the VictronConnect app, so you can check charge status without standing next to the unit.

Key features of the Victron Blue Smart charger

• Enclosure rating, IP65, protected against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets.
• Bluetooth connectivity, built in, no dongle required, works with VictronConnect on iOS or Android.
• Battery compatibility, AGM, Gel, flooded lead-acid and lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4).
• Charging algorithm, seven-stage adaptive process covering bulk, absorption, float and storage mode.
• Mains input, CEE 7/16 (Europlug), 230V AC.
• Weight, 0.647 kg.

Product overview

The sealed, splash-resistant housing suits permanent fitting in engine bays, battery compartments or outdoor enclosures where a standard charger would be at risk from moisture. That makes it a practical choice in marine, caravan and agricultural settings where conditions are not always controlled.

VictronConnect lets you pick the correct battery profile, watch real-time voltage and current, and review charge history. Useful when the battery itself sits somewhere awkward to check by eye.

The seven-stage algorithm runs bulk, absorption and float phases automatically, then drops into storage mode once the battery has been sitting fully charged for a while. A recondition cycle is available for sulphated lead-acid batteries, all handled once the right battery type is selected in the app.

Applications

Fits campervans, caravans and motorhomes for starter or leisure battery upkeep, boats and narrowboats where moisture is a concern, agricultural or plant machinery during seasonal storage, off-grid cabins and sheds, and workshop or fleet charging where Bluetooth monitoring cuts down on manual checks.

What's in the box

• Victron Blue Smart IP65 12V 5A charger with integrated DC output connector
• CEE 7/16 (Europlug) 230V AC mains lead
• Retail packaging

Installation notes

Supplied with a CEE 7/16 Europlug for 230V AC supplies. Use a mains socket rated for continuous load and protected by an appropriate circuit breaker. Connect the DC output to the battery terminals observing correct polarity, and keep the unit away from direct water spray with adequate ventilation. Suitable for competent DIY installation on the low-voltage DC side; mains supply work should be carried out by a qualified electrician.