Description
The Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 Charger 12/10 is a Bluetooth-enabled 120V AC smart battery charger delivering 10A of charge current to 12V lead-acid and lithium battery banks.
Housed in an IP65-rated enclosure that is fully sealed against dust, water splash, and chemical exposure, the Blue Smart IP65 12/10 is equally at home in marine engine rooms, RV battery compartments, workshop environments, and outdoor installations where a conventional charger would be vulnerable to the elements.
With a seven-step smart charge algorithm, automatic recovery of fully discharged batteries, temperature-compensated charging, and full setup and monitoring via the VictronConnect app over Bluetooth, the Blue Smart IP65 12/10 delivers professional-grade charging performance in a compact, fanless, completely silent enclosure.
Key Features:
- Seven-Step Smart Charge Algorithm — Executes a full charge cycle through Test, Bulk, Absorption, Float, Storage, Refresh, and optional Recondition stages, maximizing charge quality and long-term battery health for lead-acid batteries; a dedicated Li-ion (LiFePO₄) algorithm with automatic under-voltage protection reset is also available
- Bluetooth Setup and Monitoring via VictronConnect — Full charger configuration, real-time voltage and current readout, and charge status monitoring via the VictronConnect app on Apple and Android devices; no additional hardware or dongles required
- IP65 Water, Dust, and Chemical Resistance — Fully sealed enclosure rated IP65 and ignition protected, suitable for marine, RV, and outdoor installations; fanless design with no moving parts for completely silent operation and maximum long-term reliability
- Recovery of Fully Discharged Batteries — Initiates low-current charging on batteries discharged to 0V, recovering batteries that standard reverse-polarity-protected chargers would fail to recognize; resumes normal charging once sufficient terminal voltage is established
- Storage Mode with Weekly Refresh — Reduces float voltage after 48 hours of continuous connection to minimize positive plate corrosion; automatically executes a brief weekly refresh cycle to maintain full charge state during long-term storage
- Temperature-Compensated Charging — Measures ambient temperature during the test phase and adjusts charge voltage at 16mV/°C throughout the charge cycle; no manual seasonal adjustment required; rated for full output down to -40°C with severe cold performance to -30°C
The Blue Smart IP65 12/10 operates at up to 94% efficiency — generating up to four times less heat than industry-standard chargers — and reduces standby power consumption to just 0.5W once the battery is fully charged, five to ten times better than conventional chargers. A low current mode reduces charge current to 3A for charging smaller batteries without risk of overcharging, making this model suitable for batteries from 30Ah up to 100Ah. The 1.5-meter battery connection cable terminates in M8 eyelets included in the box, with optional clamps, fused clamps, fused M6/M8 eyelets, and an Autoplug available separately for flexible connection configurations.
The included 1.8-meter AC power cord terminates in a standard US NEMA 1-15P plug for direct connection to standard 120V two-prong outlets. A battery indicator eyelet M8 is included in the box, enabling connection of an optional battery indicator panel for visible charge status without opening the VictronConnect app. Optional accessories include clamps, a wall mount bracket, rubber bumper, carry case, and a 2-meter extension cable for added installation flexibility.
Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage | 120VAC |
| Battery Voltage | 12V |
| Charge Current | 10A |
| Charge Current (Low Current Mode) | 3A |
| Recommended Battery Size | 30 – 100Ah |
| Efficiency | 94% |
| Standby Power Consumption | 0.5W |
| Minimum Battery Voltage | Starts charging from 0V |
| Absorption Voltage (Normal / High / Li-ion) | 14.4V / 14.7V / 14.2V |
| Float Voltage (Normal / High / Li-ion) | 13.8V / 13.8V / 13.5V |
| Storage Voltage (Normal / High / Li-ion) | 13.2V / 13.2V / 13.5V |
| Temperature Compensation | 16mV/°C / 9mV/°F (lead-acid only) |
| Back Current Drain | 0.7Ah/month (1mA) |
| Can Be Used as Power Supply | Yes |
| Protection | Reverse polarity, output short circuit, over-temperature |
| Protection Category | IP65 (splash and dust proof, ignition protected) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +60°C (full rated output up to 30°C) |
| Humidity | Max 95% non-condensing |
| Battery Connection | Black and red cable, 1.5m (4.9 ft), M8 eyelets included |
| AC Connection | 1.8m (5.9 ft) cable with US NEMA 1-15P plug |
| Communication | Bluetooth (VictronConnect) |
| Safety | UL 1236, CSA C22.2, EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29 |
| Emission | EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2 |
| Immunity | EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3 |
| Dimensions (h x w x d) | 60 x 105 x 190 mm (2.3 x 4.1 x 7.5 in) |
| Weight | 2 lbs (0.9 kg) |

