The Victron Lithium SuperPack 12.8V/20Ah is a compact LiFePO4 battery with a built-in battery management system, sized for 12V systems where weight and space are tight. It works as a self-contained drop-in unit, needing no external BMS.

Key features

• Chemistry, lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4), noted for longer cycle life than lead-acid.
• Built-in BMS, handles cell balancing, over-charge, over-discharge, short-circuit and over-temperature protection.
• Capacity, 12.8V nominal, 20Ah, giving 256Wh of usable energy.
• Terminals, M5 threaded, for secure low-resistance cable attachment.
• Weight, 3.3kg.
• Self-discharge, low rate, suited to seasonal or standby use.

Product overview

Victron's SuperPack range uses LiFePO4 cells, a lithium chemistry regarded as thermally stable, which suits enclosed spaces such as boat bilges, vehicle cabinets and caravan battery compartments. The internal BMS removes the need for a separate protection board, so the battery presents a simple two-terminal connection to the rest of the system.

At 20Ah it suits smaller auxiliary loads: lighting circuits, instrumentation, communication equipment and similar 12V DC circuits. The M5 terminals accept standard ring terminals used in marine and automotive wiring.

Each SuperPack operates as a standalone unit. Victron does not design this battery for series or parallel connection with other units; a different battery from the range with external BMS support should be chosen for larger capacity needs.

Applications

• Auxiliary battery for marine vessels, covering navigation lights, instruments and VHF radio
• Lightweight 12V house battery for touring caravans
• Campervans and motorhomes with limited battery compartment space
• Off-grid lighting and small DC load circuits
• Portable power stations and field equipment
• Backup power for 12V control systems and communications equipment

Installation notes

The internal BMS manages cell-level protection, but the charger used still needs to suit LiFePO4 voltage profiles, with an absorption voltage of 14.2V and float of 13.5V. Do not connect this battery in series or parallel with other units. On boats, secure it against movement and keep terminals protected from moisture. Installation should be carried out by someone familiar with lithium battery systems.

What's in the box

• 1x Victron Lithium SuperPack 12.8V/20Ah (M5) battery