ORION-XS DC-DC Battery Charger / 12 V to 12 V / 50 A

The Victron Orion XS DC-DC battery charger has been completely redesigned and is at the front of the pack when it comes to DC-DC battery chargers. It is ideal for use in dual battery systems that are operated by an (intelligent) alternator.
Thanks to customisable input and output currents, the Orion XS not only ensures optimum performance, but also reliably protects your system. The Victron OrionXS charges at full capacity up to a temperature of 40°C. The highly efficient aluminium PCB technology significantly reduces heat generation, eliminates the need for fans and ensures an efficiency of 98.5 %.
As an indispensable part of your Victron system, the Orion XS offers comprehensive (remote) monitoring and control options that give you complete control over your device and system.

Note: Not suitable for boats with VHF radios! The EMC emissions are close to the permissible limit, preventing channel 16 from functioning properly! A special marine version is available for use in the marine sector or for use on boats with a VHF radio. Item number: 41600.

Features

• Fully configurable
• Motor switch-off detection
• Intelligent charging algorithms
• Efficient cooling
• VictronConnect compatible
• Optional remote monitoring

Configurable charging - protect your alternator
You can use the Victron app to precisely set all parameters such as the input and output current. The correct settings help to protect your alternator from overloading and to charge the consumer battery optimally. Lithium batteries in particular can draw a lot of current, especially when they are flat - this can cause your alternator to overheat.

Optimised performance
The Victron Orion XS offers 5x more efficiency than its predecessors at 98.5%. This is achieved through the use of highly efficient components, while the aluminium circuit board technology ensures low heat generation.

Full control
Thanks to the integrated VE.Direct interface, the Orion XS can be seamlessly integrated into your Victron system. Monitor all performance data from anywhere and leave the rest to the reliable Victron algorithms.

The functions of a smart Victron Orion XS DC-DC charger

Parallel connection
An unlimited number of Orion XS units can be connected in parallel to easily scale the output current according to the requirements of your system.

Smart alternator compatibility
Thanks to the integrated motor run detection, the Orion XS only draws power when the alternator is supplying power, i.e. when the engine is running. The Orion XS is also able to obtain the correct charging current from intelligent alternators, such as those installed in Euro 5 and Euro 6 engines.

Adaptive charge algorithm
The Orion XS includes fully programmable charging algorithms and eight pre-programmed battery settings. For lead acid batteries it is important that during shallow discharges the absorption time is kept short in order to prevent overcharging of the battery.

Comprehensive electronic protection
The Orion XS protections include overload, short circuit and excessive temperatures. This reduces the output power when the maximum product temperature is reached.

Automatic shut down
To protect lithium batteries from damage, the charger automatically deactivates at low outside temperatures and when the input voltage falls below a configurable lockout value. This is to protect the input source ie. starter battery from deep discharge.

Typical configuration as DC-DC power supply
Typical configuration as DC-DC battery charger
Technical specifications

Input voltage:	9 - 17 V DC
Output voltage adjust range:	10 - 17 V DC
Output voltage tolerance:	+/- 0.25% (max)
Output voltage noise:	10 mV rms
Input and output current setting range:	1 - 50 A
Max. Maximum constant short-circuit current:	50 A
Continuous output power up to 40°:	700 W
Max. Efficiency:	98.5%
No-load current consumption:	< 100 mA
Standby current consumption:	< 1.5 mA
VictronConnect-App / Bluetooth Smart:	Yes
VE.Smart Networking:	Planned for March 2024
VE.Direct:	Planned for March 2024 (with GX)/td>
Operating temperature range:	-20 to +60 °C (derating 1.5 % per °C above 40 °C)
Humidity:	Max. 95 % non-condensing
DC connection:	Screw terminals
Max. Cable cross-section:	25 mm2 (AWG4)
Weight:	0.330 kg (0.73 lb)
Dimensions HxWxD:	137.3 x 123.1 x 40 mm (5.4 x 4.85 x 1.6 inch)
IP class:	IP65

Notes

• The manufacturer recommends an input and output fuse of 60 to 70 A.
• Our tip Use the optional Smart Battery Sense
  • to counteract voltage loss on long cable runs,
  • for temperature-compensated charging if your ORION XS and the battery to be charged are exposed to different ambient temperatures,
  • to protect LiFePO4 batteries to prevent charging at temperatures below 0°C.
• To monitor the state of charge of LiFePO4 batteries without integrated battery monitoring, we recommend shunt-supported battery monitoring.