Victron Blue Smart IP65 12V 25A Smart Battery Charger – Lead Acid, AGM & Lithium

Victron Blue Smart IP65 12V 25A Smart Battery Charger – Lead Acid, AGM & Lithium

The Victron Blue Smart IP65 12V 25A Battery Charger is a powerful, intelligent battery charger ideal for marine, leisure and recreational applications.

Selected by AluBoats as a versatile charging solution, the Blue Smart IP65 can be configured for different battery chemistries, making it an excellent companion for boats fitted with a dedicated lead-acid or AGM cranking battery together with a separate LiFePO₄ lithium auxiliary battery system.

With a maximum charging output of 25A, it is particularly well suited to the battery sizes commonly fitted to AluBoats, including 100Ah and 200Ah lithium batteries.

One Charger for Multiple Battery Types

The Victron Blue Smart IP65 provides selectable charging modes and configurable settings for different battery technologies.

Suitable applications include:

• Conventional lead-acid starting batteries
• Sealed maintenance-free lead-acid batteries
• AGM batteries
• Deep-cycle lead-acid batteries
• LiFePO₄ lithium batteries
• Marine cranking batteries
• Auxiliary and leisure batteries

Important: Always select the correct charging profile for the battery being charged.

Ideal for AluBoats Battery Systems

AluBoats commonly separates the engine starting system from the boat's auxiliary electrical system.

This charger is therefore an excellent choice for boats equipped with:

Engine Cranking Battery
A dedicated lead-acid or AGM battery used for starting the outboard motor.

100Ah LiFePO₄ Lithium Battery
Used for onboard electronics and accessories.

200Ah LiFePO₄ Lithium Battery
Ideal for larger auxiliary electrical systems and higher-capacity installations.

The same charger can be used to charge the different batteries individually by selecting the appropriate charging mode.

Powerful 25A Charging

The 25A charging output makes this model particularly suitable for larger marine batteries.

It provides considerably faster charging than smaller 5A, 10A or 15A chargers when used with large-capacity batteries, making it an excellent all-round charger for approximately 100–200Ah battery installations.

Bluetooth & VictronConnect

Built-in Bluetooth allows the charger to connect to the VictronConnect app on a compatible smartphone or tablet.

Through VictronConnect, users can monitor charging status and configure applicable charger settings without needing an additional external battery monitor.

IP65 Protection

The charger carries an IP65 protection rating, providing protection against dust and water ingress.

This makes it particularly well suited to marine, boating, workshop, garage and outdoor recreational applications.

Intelligent Battery Charging

The Blue Smart IP65 uses intelligent multi-stage charging algorithms designed to charge batteries efficiently while helping maximise battery performance and service life.

The charger automatically manages the charging process rather than continuously supplying maximum charging current.

Key Features

• 12V battery charger
• 25A maximum charging current
• Suitable for lead-acid batteries
• Suitable for AGM batteries
• Suitable for deep-cycle batteries
• Dedicated lithium charging capability for compatible LiFePO₄ batteries
• Built-in Bluetooth
• VictronConnect app compatibility
• Intelligent charging algorithms
• IP65 water and dust protection
• Approximately 95% efficiency
• Configurable battery charging settings
• Suitable for marine applications
• Ideal for larger-capacity batteries
• Compact and portable design

Victron specifically offers the IP65 range in 12V outputs up to 25A and describes it as suitable for boats, vehicles and similar applications.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Victron Energy
Model: Blue Smart IP65 Charger 12/25
System Voltage: 12V
Maximum Charge Current: 25A
Input: 230V AC version
Protection Rating: IP65
Bluetooth: Yes
App: VictronConnect
Dimensions: 240 × 140 × 75 mm
Weight: 1.9 kg

Victron's South African price list confirms the 12/25 dimensions at 75 × 140 × 240mm and weight at 1.9kg.

Recommended AluBoats Applications

Enertec 105Ah Cranking Battery: Recommended
100Ah LiFePO₄ Lithium Battery: Recommended
200Ah LiFePO₄ Lithium Battery: Recommended

For lithium batteries, always confirm that the battery is a compatible 12V LiFePO₄ battery with a suitable BMS and use the charger's lithium charging profile.

Important

Do not charge different battery chemistries simultaneously from the charger's single output.

Select the correct charging profile before charging and always follow the battery manufacturer's charging-voltage and current specifications.