Victron Energy Orion XS 12/12-70A DC-DC Charger – ORI121221040

Orion XS 12/12-70A — is a more powerful, completely redesigned next-generation DC-DC battery charger that delivers up to 1000 W of continuous power, up to 70 A of charge current, and supports smart features via Bluetooth, VE.Direct, and VE.Smart Networking.

The device is ideal for systems with smart alternators (Euro 5/6), where the standard voltage is no longer sufficient for a full charge of the service battery. It detects engine operation, adapts the charge current, protects the starter battery, and ensures a full charge of the service battery even with long cable runs or below-normal voltage.

Key Advantages of Orion XS 12/12-70A

• Power up to 1000 W, charge current — up to 70 A at 12 V
• Designed for 12 V → 12 V systems, with adjustable output from 10 to 17 V
• Intelligent support for “smart alternator” (Euro 5/6) — charges only when the engine is running
• 4-stage adaptive charge algorithm for AGM, GEL, and LiFePO4 batteries
• Current adjustment with 0.1 A steps via the VictronConnect app
• Remote On/Off — control via BMS or a switch
• Starter battery discharge protection (configurable shutdown threshold)
• Parallel connection — unlimited number of units to increase current
• IP20 protection rating — intended for installation in dry indoor environments
• Ultra-lightweight (340 g) and compact (137.3 × 123.1 × 40 mm) — simple installation anywhere
• Automotive Directive ECE R10-6 — does not affect the operation of electronic systems in the vehicle

Unique Features of Orion XS

Smart Alternator Ready — charging only when the engine is running

An integrated mechanism detects when the engine is running and activates charging only at that moment to:

• prevent discharging the starter battery

• fully charge the service battery

• ensure maximum safety for the electrical system

 VE.Smart Networking — wireless optimization

Works with:

• SmartShunt battery monitor

• BMV-712 battery monitor + display

• Smart Battery Sense sensor

These devices transmit voltage, current, and temperature data to the Orion XS, which automatically optimizes charging parameters — this improves efficiency and extends battery life.

 DVCC and VE.Direct — full integration with GX devices and VRM

• Connection to Cerbo GX, Ekrano GX, and the VRM portal

• Monitoring of the charging process and firmware updates

• DVCC support: system-wide current limiting, centralized control

Usage Scenarios

• RVs, vans, and cars — high-power charging of high-capacity service batteries from the alternator

• Boats and yachts — stable high-current DC charging even with long cable runs

• Telecom and relay stations — backup DC power with monitoring

• Mobile workshops and portable solutions — fast energy recovery to power tools

• Mobile solar systems with large buffer charging from the engine

Communication Interfaces

Support in Ukraine

Total-Energo LLC — official partner of Victron Energy:

• Consultations and selection of solutions for motorhomes, yachts, and mobile systems

• Installation and configuration

• Warranty and post-warranty service

• Implementation of monitoring via VRM