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Orion XS 12V to 12V 70A DC-DC Battery Charger

Orion XS 12V to 12V 70A DC-DC Battery Charger

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⚡ VICTRON ORION XS 12/12-70A 12V TO 12V 70A DC-DC BATTERY CHARGER

High-Power 70A Smart DC-DC Charger – 1000W Output, 98.5% Maximum Efficiency, Bluetooth, VE.Direct, Smart Alternator Support & Adaptive 4-Stage Charging

🔋 Charge your auxiliary or service battery efficiently from your vehicle alternator with the Victron Orion XS 12/12-70A DC-DC Battery Charger – a compact, high-output charger designed for modern dual-battery systems in 4WDs, caravans, campervans, professional vehicles and marine applications.

The Orion XS delivers adjustable charging from 1A up to 70A, allowing installers to precisely control the load placed on the alternator while providing up to 1000W of continuous output at temperatures up to 40°C.

With a supplied maximum efficiency of 98.5%, integrated Bluetooth, VictronConnect configuration, VE.Smart Networking, VE.Direct connectivity, smart-alternator compatibility and fully programmable charging, the Orion XS combines serious charging performance with advanced monitoring and control.

The charger supports lithium, AGM, GEL and flooded lead-acid batteries, includes eight pre-programmed battery settings and can also be fully customised through the VictronConnect app.

⚡ KEY FEATURES

🔋 Up to 70A DC-DC Charging
Charge current is adjustable from approximately 1A to 70A to suit different alternators, battery banks and electrical installations.

⚡ Up to 1000W Continuous Output
Delivers up to approximately 1000W continuously at temperatures up to 40°C.

📈 Up to 98.5% Maximum Efficiency
Highly efficient electronics reduce power losses and help minimise unnecessary heat generation.

🚙 Smart Alternator Compatible
Integrated engine-running detection is designed for modern Euro 5 and Euro 6 smart-alternator systems as well as conventional alternators.

🎚️ Precisely Adjustable Input Current
Input current can be limited to reduce the risk of overloading the vehicle alternator or electrical system.

🔄 Adaptive 4-Stage Charging
Charging behaviour automatically adapts according to battery discharge depth to improve charging effectiveness and help protect battery life.

🔋 Lithium, AGM, GEL & Flooded Support
Supports common lithium and lead-acid battery chemistries with eight battery presets plus fully programmable charging parameters.

📱 Built-In Bluetooth Smart
Connect directly through the VictronConnect app for configuration, monitoring, firmware updates and diagnostic information.

📊 30-Day Performance History
VictronConnect can provide real-time operating information and historical performance data.

🔗 VE.Smart Networking
Wireless data sharing allows compatible Victron devices to provide voltage, temperature and current-sense information to the charger.

🔌 VE.Direct Connectivity
Connect to compatible GX devices for advanced monitoring, VRM remote access and DVCC system integration.

🛰️ VRM Remote Monitoring Compatible
When connected through a compatible GX communication centre, system information can be monitored remotely through Victron Remote Management.

🛡️ Starter Battery Protection
Input undervoltage protection can shut the charger down when starter-side voltage falls below a configured threshold.

❄️ Low-Temperature Lithium Protection
Automatic low-temperature shutdown helps prevent unsuitable charging of lithium batteries in sub-zero conditions.

🎛️ Remote On / Off
Can be switched remotely using the dedicated connector or through the VictronConnect app.

🔗 Parallel Operation
Multiple Orion XS chargers can be connected in parallel where greater total charging current is required.

⚡ DC-DC Charger or Power Supply
Can operate as either a battery charger or a configurable DC power supply.

🛡️ Comprehensive Electronic Protection
Includes protection against overload, short circuit and excessive temperatures.

📦 Compact & Lightweight
Measures approximately 137.3 × 123.1 × 40mm and weighs only around 0.34kg.

🔋 HIGH-POWER 70A AUXILIARY BATTERY CHARGING

The Orion XS 12/12-70A is designed to take power from a 12V starter and alternator system and deliver controlled charging to a 12V auxiliary or service battery.

The charge-current setting can be adjusted between approximately 1A and 70A.

This gives installers the ability to match the charger to:

  • Vehicle alternator capability
  • Battery-bank size
  • Battery charge-current limits
  • Cable capacity
  • Electrical-system requirements

Current adjustment can be made through the VictronConnect app with a minimum adjustment step of approximately 0.1A.

🚙 SMART ALTERNATOR COMPATIBILITY

Modern smart alternators can reduce their output voltage after the vehicle starter battery has recovered, potentially leaving an auxiliary battery inadequately charged if connected through a simple traditional charging arrangement.

The Orion XS incorporates engine-running detection and controlled DC-DC charging specifically to address this type of installation.

The charger is designed to operate with intelligent Euro 5 and Euro 6 alternators as well as conventional alternator systems.

🛡️ BUILT-IN ENGINE RUNNING DETECTION

The Orion XS includes an integrated mechanism that detects whether the vehicle engine and alternator are operating.

This allows the charger to activate when alternator power is available and stop drawing charging power when the engine is off.

This functionality helps protect the starter battery from unwanted discharge.

🎚️ PROTECT YOUR ALTERNATOR WITH INPUT CURRENT LIMITING

The Orion XS allows the input current to be precisely limited.

This is particularly useful when installing a high-output DC-DC charger in a vehicle where the alternator cannot safely dedicate the full 70A charging capacity to the auxiliary battery system.

Reducing the configured current allows the charger to be matched more closely to the available alternator capacity.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: The appropriate current setting depends on the vehicle alternator, wiring, battery system and other electrical loads. Confirm the available alternator capacity before configuring a high charging current.

🔄 ADAPTIVE 4-STAGE CHARGING

The Orion XS uses an adaptive four-stage battery-charging algorithm.

For lead-acid batteries, the charging process adjusts absorption duration according to the depth of the previous discharge.

After a shallow discharge, absorption time can be reduced to avoid unnecessary overcharging.

After a deeper discharge, absorption time can be increased to help return the battery to full charge.

🔋 SUPPORTS COMMON BATTERY CHEMISTRIES

The Orion XS is designed to charge common auxiliary-battery types including:

  • 🔋 Lithium batteries
  • 🔋 AGM batteries
  • 🔋 GEL batteries
  • 🔋 Flooded lead-acid batteries

Eight pre-programmed battery settings are included, while the charging parameters can also be customised using VictronConnect.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Always configure the charging profile according to the battery manufacturer’s specified charging requirements and any applicable BMS limitations.

❄️ LOW-TEMPERATURE LITHIUM SHUTDOWN

The Orion XS incorporates automatic low-temperature shutdown designed to help protect lithium batteries from unsuitable charging at sub-zero temperatures.

This is particularly important for lithium battery installations where charging below the battery manufacturer’s permitted temperature can cause damage.

🛡️ INPUT UNDERVOLTAGE PROTECTION

The charger can switch off when input voltage falls below a configurable lockout threshold.

It can then restart when the input voltage rises above the configured restart value.

This protects the starter or input battery from being excessively discharged by the auxiliary charging system.

📱 BUILT-IN BLUETOOTH SMART

Bluetooth Smart is built directly into the Orion XS.

Using the VictronConnect app on a compatible smartphone or tablet, users can access functions including:

  • Real-time operating data
  • Charge-current configuration
  • Charging-voltage configuration
  • Battery presets
  • Custom charging parameters
  • Warnings and alarms
  • Firmware updates
  • Device configuration

📊 VICTRONCONNECT INSTANT READOUT

VictronConnect Instant Readout can display key information, warnings and alarms directly from the device-list screen without requiring the normal full connection process each time.

This provides quick access to important system information when checking the charger.

🔗 VE.SMART NETWORKING

VE.Smart Networking allows the Orion XS to receive compatible voltage, temperature and current information wirelessly from other Victron devices.

Compatible examples in the supplied information include:

  • Victron BMV battery monitors
  • Victron SmartShunt
  • Victron Smart Battery Sense

The charger can use this information to optimise charging parameters and compensate for conditions measured closer to the battery.

🔌 VE.DIRECT & DVCC SUPPORT

A VE.Direct port allows wired connection to compatible Victron equipment including GX communication devices.

The supplied information lists compatible examples such as:

  • Cerbo GX
  • Ekrano GX
  • Compatible computers and monitoring equipment

When incorporated into a compatible GX system, the Orion XS can support advanced monitoring, diagnostics and DVCC functionality.

🛰️ VICTRON REMOTE MANAGEMENT COMPATIBILITY

When connected through a compatible GX communication centre with internet access, the Orion XS can be integrated into the Victron Remote Management ecosystem.

This allows compatible systems to provide functions such as:

  • Remote performance monitoring
  • Historical data review
  • Custom data displays
  • Alerts
  • Multi-system management
  • System-wide control through supported DVCC functions

🔐 SETTINGS LOCK

Victron’s settings-lock functionality can help prevent unwanted or accidental changes to important device settings.

This can be particularly useful for professional installers, fleet vehicles or systems where configuration should only be changed by an authorised administrator.

🎛️ REMOTE ON / OFF

The Orion XS can be switched on or off remotely.

The supplied information identifies two control methods:

  • Dedicated remote on/off connector
  • VictronConnect app

Typical external control arrangements can include a manual switch or compatible Battery Management System.

🔗 PARALLEL OPERATION FOR HIGHER CHARGING CURRENT

Multiple Orion XS chargers can be connected in parallel where a system requires more charging current than one 70A unit can provide.

The supplied technical information states that an unlimited number of units can be connected in parallel.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: The total alternator capacity, cable sizing, circuit protection, battery charge-current limits and installation design must support the combined output of all parallel chargers.

⚡ CAN ALSO OPERATE AS A DC POWER SUPPLY

The Orion XS can function as a configurable DC-to-DC power supply as well as a battery charger.

The output voltage can be adjusted using the VictronConnect app.

This can be useful when supplying compatible sensitive electronics or other regulated DC loads requiring a controlled output voltage.

⚡ INPUT & OUTPUT VOLTAGE RANGE

Supplied input voltage range: Approximately 9V to 17V

Supplied adjustable output voltage range: Approximately 10V to 17V

Output-voltage tolerance: Approximately ±0.25% maximum

Output-voltage noise: Approximately 10mV RMS

This model is the Orion XS 12/12-70A and is intended for applicable 12V-to-12V systems.

⚡ 1000W CONTINUOUS OUTPUT UP TO 40°C

The supplied specification lists continuous output power of approximately 1000W at temperatures up to 40°C.

This high output is achieved from a compact enclosure measuring only approximately 137.3mm × 123.1mm × 40mm.

🌡️ THERMAL PERFORMANCE

The Orion XS is designed to maintain full rated output up to approximately 40°C before thermal derating is required.

The supplied operating temperature range is approximately:

-20°C to +60°C

Above 40°C, the supplied derating figure is approximately 1.5% per °C.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Installation location and airflow can affect operating temperature. Do not install the charger where excessive heat cannot dissipate.

📈 UP TO 98.5% MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY

The supplied maximum conversion efficiency is approximately 98.5%.

High efficiency reduces energy lost as heat and helps the charger deliver high output from a relatively compact enclosure.

🧊 RE-ENGINEERED THERMAL DESIGN

The supplied product information describes a re-engineered aluminium circuit board that also functions as a heat sink.

Combined with efficient electronic components, this design reduces internal power loss and assists with maintaining high charging output in compact installations.

🛡️ COMPREHENSIVE ELECTRONIC PROTECTION

The Orion XS includes electronic safeguards against:

  • Overload
  • Short circuit
  • Excessive temperature
  • Starter-battery undervoltage
  • Unsuitable low-temperature lithium charging

If the product reaches its maximum permitted temperature, output power can be reduced to protect the charger.

⚠️ IP20 ENCLOSURE – INSTALL IN A DRY LOCATION

The detailed supplied technical specifications identify the Orion XS 12/12-70A protection category as IP20.

This means the charger is intended for installation in a suitable dry, protected environment rather than direct exposure to water or weather.

⚠️ SOURCE NOTE: One supplied marketing section refers to an “IP65-rated electronics enclosure”, while the dedicated Orion XS 12/12-70A technical section explicitly specifies IP20 and states that the unit is intended for a dry indoor environment. This listing therefore uses the detailed IP20 specification.

🔩 HEAVY-DUTY SCREW TERMINALS

The Orion XS uses screw-terminal DC connections.

Maximum supplied cable cross-section: Approximately 4AWG / 25mm²

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Cable sizing should be selected according to current, cable length, voltage drop, installation conditions and applicable electrical requirements rather than simply using the largest cable accepted by the terminal.

🚙 IDEAL FOR DUAL-BATTERY 4WD SYSTEMS

The Orion XS is particularly well suited to 4WD auxiliary battery installations where controlled high-current charging is required from a vehicle alternator.

Its smart-alternator compatibility and adjustable input current make it suitable for many modern touring vehicles when installed and configured correctly.

🚐 CARAVANS, CAMPERVANS & RVS

Long cable runs between a vehicle alternator and service battery can introduce significant voltage drop.

A DC-DC charger provides controlled charging voltage at the service-battery side, helping achieve more appropriate charging than relying solely on the alternator voltage reaching the rear battery.

🚚 PROFESSIONAL VEHICLES

The Orion XS is also positioned for demanding professional mobile applications.

Adjustable alternator loading, common battery-chemistry support and high charging output make it suitable for compatible commercial, service and specialist vehicle systems.

🚤 MARINE APPLICATIONS

The supplied product information also positions the Orion XS for marine DC-DC charging applications.

Its compact dimensions can be useful where installation space is limited.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: The detailed specification identifies the enclosure as IP20. Any marine installation must therefore place the charger in a dry, suitably protected environment away from direct moisture exposure.

🚐 SUITABLE APPLICATIONS

  • 🚙 4WD dual-battery systems
  • 🛻 Ute canopy electrical systems
  • 🚐 Caravans
  • 🚐 Campervans and motorhomes
  • ⛺ Camper trailers
  • 🚚 Professional and commercial vehicles
  • 🚑 Specialist vehicle electrical systems
  • 🚤 Compatible marine installations
  • 🔋 Lithium auxiliary batteries
  • 🔋 AGM battery systems
  • 🔋 GEL battery systems
  • 🔋 Flooded lead-acid systems
  • ⚡ Configurable DC power-supply applications

📏 COMPACT DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

Height: Approximately 137.3mm

Width: Approximately 123.1mm

Depth: Approximately 40mm

Weight: Approximately 0.34kg

The compact enclosure allows high charging power to be installed in locations where available mounting space is limited.

📋 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Brand: Victron Energy

Product: Orion XS 12/12-70A DC-DC Battery Charger

Application: 12V to 12V DC-DC battery charging

Input voltage range: Approximately 9V to 17V

Output voltage adjustment range: Approximately 10V to 17V

Output voltage tolerance: ±0.25% maximum

Output voltage noise: Approximately 10mV RMS

Input / output current setting range: Approximately 1A to 70A

Current adjustment resolution via VictronConnect: Approximately 0.1A

Maximum constant short-circuit current: Approximately 70A

Continuous output power up to 40°C: Approximately 1000W

Maximum efficiency: Approximately 98.5%

No-load current consumption: Less than approximately 100mA

Standby current consumption: Less than approximately 1.5mA

Power-supply mode: Yes

Battery charging algorithm: Adaptive 4-stage

Battery presets: 8 pre-programmed settings

Custom charging settings: Yes

Lithium support: Yes

AGM support: Yes

GEL support: Yes

Flooded lead-acid support: Yes

Smart alternator compatibility: Yes

Engine shutdown detection: Yes

Remote on/off: Yes

Bluetooth Smart: Yes

VictronConnect compatibility: Yes

VE.Smart Networking: Yes

VE.Direct: Yes

DVCC support: Yes

Parallel operation: Yes

Low-temperature lithium shutdown: Yes

Input undervoltage protection: Yes

Overload protection: Yes

Short-circuit protection: Yes

Over-temperature protection: Yes

Operating temperature range: Approximately -20°C to +60°C

Thermal derating: Approximately 1.5% per °C above 40°C

Humidity: Maximum approximately 95%, non-condensing

Maximum altitude: Approximately 2000m

DC connections: Screw terminals

Maximum cable cross-section: Approximately 4AWG / 25mm²

Protection category: IP20

Weight: Approximately 0.34kg

Dimensions: Approximately 137.3 × 123.1 × 40mm

⚠️ INSTALLATION & SYSTEM DESIGN INFORMATION

Before installing a high-current DC-DC charger such as the Orion XS 12/12-70A, confirm that the complete vehicle, alternator, battery and wiring system can safely support the selected charging current.

Check the following:

  • Vehicle uses an appropriate 12V input system
  • Auxiliary battery is an appropriate 12V battery system
  • Battery chemistry and charging limits
  • Maximum permitted battery charge current
  • Alternator available capacity
  • Other vehicle electrical loads
  • Appropriate input-current setting
  • Correct cable cross-section
  • Voltage drop over the complete cable run
  • Suitable fusing and circuit protection
  • Secure electrical connections
  • Suitable ventilation and thermal environment
  • Dry protected mounting location suitable for IP20 equipment
  • Correct engine-running detection configuration
  • Correct VictronConnect charging profile
  • Battery BMS requirements where applicable

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Do not automatically configure the charger to 70A simply because 70A is available. The appropriate setting depends on the alternator, battery, cables and complete electrical installation.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Use suitable circuit protection close to the applicable power sources and size all conductors for the intended continuous current and cable length.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: The detailed technical specification identifies this unit as IP20. Install it in a dry, protected location.

❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the Victron Orion XS 12/12-70A?

It is a high-output 12V-to-12V DC-DC charger designed to charge a service or auxiliary battery from a vehicle or other suitable 12V input source.

What is the maximum charging current?

The supplied maximum current setting is approximately 70A.

Can the charging current be reduced?

Yes. Current can be adjusted from approximately 1A to 70A.

How precisely can the current be adjusted?

The supplied VictronConnect adjustment step is approximately 0.1A.

Why would I reduce the charge current below 70A?

Reducing charge current can help match the charger to alternator capacity, battery charge limits, wiring capability and other electrical loads.

Does it work with smart alternators?

Yes. The supplied information specifically identifies compatibility with intelligent Euro 5 and Euro 6 alternators.

Does it detect when the engine is running?

Yes. Integrated engine-running or engine-shutdown detection is included.

Can it protect my starter battery?

Yes. Configurable input undervoltage protection can stop charging when the input voltage drops too low and restart when voltage recovers.

Can it charge lithium batteries?

Yes. Lithium battery charging is supported, subject to correct charging configuration and battery/BMS requirements.

Can it charge AGM batteries?

Yes. AGM batteries are supported.

Can it charge GEL batteries?

Yes. GEL batteries are supported.

Can it charge flooded lead-acid batteries?

Yes. Flooded lead-acid charging is supported.

How many battery presets does it have?

The supplied information states that eight pre-programmed battery settings are included.

Can I create my own charging settings?

Yes. Charging voltage and other applicable parameters can be customised using VictronConnect.

What type of charging algorithm does it use?

The supplied information describes an adaptive four-stage charging algorithm.

Does it have low-temperature lithium protection?

Yes. The charger can automatically shut down charging at low temperatures to help protect lithium batteries.

Does the Orion XS have Bluetooth?

Yes. Bluetooth Smart is built in.

Which app is used?

The Orion XS is configured and monitored with the VictronConnect app on compatible devices.

Can VictronConnect update the firmware?

Yes. Firmware updates are included among the supplied VictronConnect functions.

Does it support VE.Smart Networking?

Yes. VE.Smart Networking is supported.

Can it receive battery-voltage and temperature information wirelessly?

Yes. Compatible Victron devices can provide Vsense, Tsense and Isense information through VE.Smart Networking.

Does it have VE.Direct?

Yes. A VE.Direct port is included.

Can it connect to a Cerbo GX?

Yes. A compatible GX device such as a Cerbo GX can be connected through VE.Direct according to the supplied information.

Does it support DVCC?

Yes. DVCC functionality is included in the supplied VE.Direct capabilities.

Can I monitor it through Victron VRM?

Yes, when the Orion XS is connected through a compatible internet-connected GX communication centre.

Can I remotely switch the charger on and off?

Yes. Remote switching is possible through the dedicated remote on/off connection or VictronConnect.

Can a BMS control the remote on/off input?

Yes. The supplied information lists a compatible BMS as one example of a remote control arrangement.

Can multiple Orion XS chargers be connected in parallel?

Yes. Parallel operation is supported for installations requiring greater combined charge current.

How many units can be paralleled?

The supplied technical information states that an unlimited number of units can be connected in parallel, subject to the complete electrical system being designed for the resulting current.

Can it operate as a power supply instead of a charger?

Yes. Power-supply mode is supported and the output voltage can be configured using VictronConnect.

What is the input voltage range?

The supplied input range is approximately 9V to 17V.

What is the adjustable output voltage range?

The supplied output adjustment range is approximately 10V to 17V.

What is the maximum continuous output power?

The supplied specification lists approximately 1000W continuous output up to 40°C.

What is the maximum efficiency?

The supplied maximum efficiency is approximately 98.5%.

Does it maintain full power in hot conditions?

The supplied information states full rated output up to approximately 40°C, after which thermal derating applies.

What is the derating rate above 40°C?

The supplied specification lists approximately 1.5% output derating per °C above 40°C.

What is the operating temperature range?

The supplied operating range is approximately -20°C to +60°C.

What protections are built in?

The supplied protections include overload, short circuit, excessive temperature, input undervoltage and low-temperature lithium charging protection.

Is the Orion XS waterproof?

No. The detailed supplied specifications list the Orion XS 12/12-70A as IP20 and state that it should be installed in a dry protected environment.

Why does some supplied information mention IP65?

One marketing section in the supplied source refers to an IP65-rated electronics enclosure, but the dedicated Orion XS 12/12-70A specification explicitly lists IP20. This listing therefore uses IP20 as the applicable detailed specification.

What cable size can the terminals accept?

The supplied maximum conductor size is approximately 4AWG / 25mm².

What type of electrical terminals are used?

The supplied specification identifies screw-terminal DC connections.

How much current does it consume with no load?

The supplied no-load consumption is less than approximately 100mA.

What is the standby current consumption?

The supplied standby consumption is less than approximately 1.5mA.

How big is the Orion XS?

The supplied dimensions are approximately 137.3mm high × 123.1mm wide × 40mm deep.

How much does it weigh?

The supplied weight is approximately 0.34kg.

Is it suitable for a 4WD dual-battery system?

Yes. The Orion XS is specifically designed for dual-battery charging from an alternator and supports modern smart-alternator systems.

Can it be installed in a caravan or campervan?

Yes. Caravans, campers and recreational vehicles are among the supplied applications, provided the electrical system and installation environment meet the product requirements.

Can it be used in professional vehicles?

Yes. Professional and specialist vehicles are included among the supplied Orion XS applications.

Can it be used on a boat?

Yes, the supplied product material includes marine applications. Because the technical specification is IP20, the charger must be installed in a suitable dry and protected location.

Should I automatically set it to the full 70A?

No. The correct charge-current setting should be selected according to alternator capacity, battery specifications, wiring and the other electrical loads in the system.

⚡ HIGH-POWER SMART DC-DC CHARGING IN A COMPACT PACKAGE

Choose the Victron Orion XS 12/12-70A when you need serious auxiliary-battery charging performance combined with precise system control, smart-alternator compatibility and advanced Victron monitoring.

With adjustable charging up to 70A, 1000W continuous output at 40°C, maximum efficiency of 98.5%, adaptive four-stage charging, Bluetooth, VE.Smart Networking, VE.Direct, DVCC and remote monitoring capability, the Orion XS is built for sophisticated modern dual-battery systems.

Configure the charger to suit your alternator, battery chemistry and electrical system for powerful, controlled 12V-to-12V charging in 4WD, caravan, professional-vehicle and compatible marine installations.

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