The Victron Blue Smart IP65 24/5 is a single-output Bluetooth battery charger rated at 24V 5A, built for trade and marine use where a sealed, weatherproof unit is needed. It suits vehicles, boats, off-grid battery maintenance and any installation exposed to dust or moisture. The CEE 7/16 (Europlug) mains connection fits standard European sockets.

Victron blue smart ip65 charger features

• Enclosure, IP65 rated, protected against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets.
• Bluetooth, built in, monitor and adjust settings via the VictronConnect app on iOS or Android with no dongle required.
• Output, 24V at 5A, single DC output, suits lead-acid (AGM, Gel, flooded) and lithium (LiFePO4) batteries.
• Charging algorithm, seven-step adaptive process covering bulk, absorption, float and storage phases.
• Mains input, 230V AC with CEE 7/16 (Europlug) plug.
• Weight, 0.93 kg with a fixed DC connector for direct battery connection.
• Storage mode, switches to a low-voltage maintenance charge once the battery is full.

Product overview

The seven-step process monitors battery voltage throughout charging and adapts output to suit condition and chemistry. For lead-acid batteries this can recover capacity from partially sulphated cells. A dedicated LiFePO4 profile manages charge termination correctly, and the correct profile is selected within VictronConnect.

The IP65 rating matters in practice: garages, boat bilges, vans and outbuildings expose chargers to condensation, dust and splashing that a standard IP20 unit cannot handle. Bluetooth lets a technician check charge status, review history and update firmware without physical access to the charger, useful when it is mounted somewhere awkward. VictronConnect is free with no subscription.

Applications

• Charging and maintaining 24V lead-acid or LiFePO4 batteries in vehicles, vans and motorhomes.
• Marine battery charging where moisture resistance is needed.
• Off-grid and backup battery maintenance in sheds or exposed enclosures.
• Long-term storage maintenance using automatic float and storage modes.
• Workshop servicing of 24V battery systems.

What's in the box

• Victron Blue Smart IP65 24/5 charger with CEE 7/16 mains plug
• Fixed DC output connector attached to the unit

Installation notes

Connect to a standard 230V mains socket via the supplied CEE 7/16 plug, on a circuit protected by an appropriate fuse or MCB. Wire the DC output directly to the battery terminals or via a suitably rated cable and fuse. Confirm battery chemistry and voltage before use and select the correct profile in VictronConnect. In vehicle or marine installations, ensure DC wiring meets the relevant standards for that application. This charger is not intended for connection to a battery bank within a grid-tied or off-grid inverter system without confirming compatibility with the system designer.