Victron Battery Charger 12/30 - Indoor (IP22) Blue Smart - 1 Output 230V UK
Victron Battery Charger 12/30 - Indoor (IP22) Blue Smart - 1 Output 230V UK
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Brand: Victron
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Victron Blue Smart IP22 Battery Charger 12/30 (1 Output) – The Professional 30A Power Manager
The Victron Blue Smart IP22 Charger 12/30 is the definitive choice for keeping your vital 12V battery bank in peak condition, whether it powers a cherished classic car, a modern campervan, a marine vessel, or equipment in your workshop. Engineered by Victron Energy, this UK model (230V) combines professional-grade charging power with cutting-edge smart technology, guaranteeing superior battery health and extended lifespan.
At its core lies the sophisticated Adaptive 6-Stage Charging Algorithm. This is not a basic three-stage charger; the microprocessor continuously monitors how your battery is used and intelligently adjusts the charge process in real-time, moving through crucial stages like Bulk, Absorption, Recondition, Float, and Storage. This adaptive approach ensures optimal charging for all major chemistries, including traditional Lead-Acid (AGM, Gel, Flooded) and modern Lithium-ion (LiFePO₄) batteries. It even features a powerful recovery function to safely revive deeply-discharged 'dead' batteries.
The 'Blue Smart' difference is the integrated Bluetooth connectivity. Forget cumbersome wires or confusing displays. Use the free VictronConnect App on your smartphone or tablet to effortlessly monitor voltage, current, historical data, and charge status from up to 10 metres away. Furthermore, you can fully configure all charging parameters, from absorption voltages to enabling Expert Mode for advanced fine-tuning, all wirelessly.
Designed for efficiency, this unit operates at up to an astonishing 94% efficiency. This high performance means the charger generates up to four times less heat than many competitor products. Less heat translates directly to less wasted energy, lower running costs, and greater longevity for the unit itself. Once your battery is fully charged, power consumption drops to a minimal 0.5 Watt in storage mode, setting a new benchmark for energy efficiency.
For noise-sensitive environments, the Victron IP22 is equipped with NIGHT and LOW settings. Activating these modes reduces the output current by 50% and completely silences the fan, allowing for truly noiseless operation in a bedroom or quiet workshop. Housed in a durable, sleek aluminium enclosure (IP22 rated for indoor use), this single-output, 30 Amp model provides the ultimate combination of power, intelligence, and reliability.
Product Specifications
Product Specifications
Electrical Specifications
- Input Voltage Range: 180 – 265 VAC
- Frequency: 45 – 65 Hz
- Charge Current (Normal Mode): 30 A
- Charge Current (NIGHT or LOW Mode): 15 A
- Efficiency: 93%
- No Load Power Consumption: 0.5 W
- Number of Outputs: 1
- Can be used as Power Supply: Yes
Charge Characteristics & Algorithm
- Charge Algorithm: 6-stage adaptive (Test, Bulk, Absorption, Recondition, Float, Storage)
- Charge Voltage 'Absorption': Normal: 14.4 V | High: 14.7 V | Li-ion: 14.2 V
- Charge Voltage 'Float': Normal: 13.8 V | High: 13.8 V | Li-ion: 13.5 V
- Charge Voltage 'Storage': Normal: 13.2 V | High: 13.2 V | Li-ion: 13.5 V
- Storage Mode: Automatically reduces voltage to 13.2 V after 24 hours of inactivity to minimize gassing and corrosion; weekly equalization pulse included.
- Battery Recovery: Can initiate charging for batteries discharged to zero volts and reconnect to Li-ion batteries with internal disconnect functions.
Advanced Features & Connectivity
- Bluetooth Smart Built-in: Monitor voltage and current, change settings, and update firmware wirelessly via the VictronConnect app.
- VE.Smart Networking: Wireless device-to-device communication allows for synchronized parallel charging (up to 10 units) and reception of voltage/temperature data from external Smart sensors.
- NIGHT and LOW Modes: Reduces output current to 50% of nominal and ensures totally noiseless operation. NIGHT mode ends automatically after 8 hours.
- History Log: Lifetime usage data and detailed statistics for the last 40 charge cycles are stored and viewable via the app.
Mechanical Specifications
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 235 x 108 x 65 mm
- Weight: 1.3 kg
- Enclosure Material: Aluminium (Blue RAL 5012)
- Protection Category: IP22
- Battery Connection: Screw terminals (up to 16 mm² / AWG6)
- AC Connection: 1.5-meter cable with BS 1363 plug (UK)
Environmental & Standards
- Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +60 °C (Full rated output up to 40 °C; output current reduces as temperature increases above 50 °C)
- Humidity: Max 98% (non-condensing)
- Safety Standards: EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29
- Emission/Immunity: EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2 / EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3
- Automotive Directive: ECE R10-5
- Internal Protections: Battery reverse polarity (fuse), Output short circuit, Over temperature
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
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