Engineered from the ground up, the Orion XS redefines adaptive DC-DC battery charging. For use in dual
battery systems charged with an (intelligent) alternator. This device not only ensures top-tier performance
but also guarantees the safety of your system.
The Orion XS serves as a DC-DC battery charger or as a power supply, offering a wide input and output
voltage range. This is especially significant in the case of vehicles with a Euro 5 or Euro 6 smart alternator,
which often supplies too low charging voltage even when the engine is running or when extended cable
lengths, as is often the case in boats and RVs, lead to voltage drops. In such scenarios, precise and
controlled charging is imperative to fully charge the service battery while protecting the starter/input
battery from discharge.
Adjustable charging current
The charge current is adjustable with a minimum stepsize of 0.1 A. via VictronConnect.
Smart alternator compatibility
An integrated mechanism detects whether the engine is running (engine shutdown detection), which only
activates the charger when the alternator supplies power. This ensures that the charger only draws power
when the alternator is supplying power, i.e. when the engine is running.
Adaptive 4-stage charge algorithm
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. After a deep discharge the absorption time is automatically
increased to make sure that the battery is completely recharged.
The Orion XS includes fully programmable charging algorithms and eight pre-programmed battery
settings.
Low temperature shutdown and input undervoltage protection
To prevent damage of lithium batteries the charger will turn off automatically at low temperatures. It will
also shut down when the input voltage drops below a configurable lockout value and restart when the
input voltage rises above the restart value, this to protect the input source ie. starter battery from deep
discharge.
Remote on/off
The Orion XS can be switched on and off remotely via the remote on/off connector or the VictronConnect
App. Typical applications include wiring a switch or Battery Management System (BMS).
Comprehensive electronic protection
The protections includes overload, short circuit and excessive temperatures. The charger is protected
against over-temperature by reducing the output power when the maximum product temperature is
reached.
Can be paralleled to increase output current
An unlimited number of units can be connected in parallel.
Bluetooth Smart enabled
Built-in Bluetooth Smart: The wireless solution to change settings, monitor activities and update the
Orion XS software using Apple and Android smartphones, tablets or other devices. Various parameters can
be adjusted with the VictronConnect App.
Instant Readout: The VictronConnect App can display key data, including warnings and alarms, on the
Device list page without the need to connect to the product.
VE.Smart Networking: Use VE.Smart Networking to receive Vsense, Tsense and Isense data over the
wireless network for your Orion XS DC-DC battery charger, for example, from a BMV, a SmartShunt, or a
Smart Battery Sense. The charger uses the available information from the battery to optimise the charging
parameters. This improves charging efficiency and extends battery life.
VE.Direct port and DVCC
For a wired connection to a GX device such as the Cerbo GX or Ekrano GX, PC or other devices. Enables
advanced monitoring, control and diagnostics from anywhere (requires a GX device connected to the
internet and VRM Portal) or locally via the Remote Console, as well as DVCC (Vsense, Tsense, Isense),
System wide charge current limit and BMS control.
IP65 protection
The Orion XS complies with ingress protection rating IP65. This means the product is dust-tight and
protected against heavy rain.
Victron Energy B.V. | De Paal 35 | 1351 JG Almere | The Netherlands
E-mail: sales@victronenergy.com | www.victronenergy.com
Orion XS 12/12-50A DC-DC battery charger ORI121217040
Input voltage range 9-17 V
Output voltage adjust range 10-17 V
Output voltage tolerance +/- 0.25% (max)
Output voltage noise 10 mV rms
Input and output current setting range 1 – 50 A
Maximum constant short-circuit current 50 A
Continuous output power up to 40 °C 1) 700 W
Maximum efficiency 98.5 %
No-load current consumption < 100 mA
Standby current consumption < 1.5 mA
Can be used as power supply Yes, output voltage can be set with VictronConnect App
Communication
VictronConnect App / Bluetooth Smart Yes
VE.Smart Networking Yes 2)
VE.Direct Yes (including DVCC) 3)
Other
Operating temperature range -20 to +60 °C (derating 1.5 % per °C above 40 °C)
Humidity Max. 95 % non-condensing
DC connection Screw terminals
Maximum cable cross-section 4AWG (21.2mm 2)
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)
Protection category IP65
Standards
Safety
Emission
Immunity
Automotive Directive
IEC 62477-1
IEC 61000-6-3, EN 55014-2
IEC 61000-6-2, IEC 61000-6-1, EN 55014-2
ECE R10-5 pending
1) This applies to optimal cooling where the product is mounted as indicated in the manual with sufficient free space. In case of limited cooling,
e.g. due to insufficient airflow, the charging current will be regulated back sooner. With an improved airflow (e.g. forced airflow), derating will
take place far above ambient temperatures of 40 °C.
2) VE.Smart Networking features will be receiving Vsense, Tsense and Isense data from the wireless network, for example from a SmartShunt, BMV
or Smart Battery Sense. Synchronised charging is not supported.
3) DVCC compatibility requires Orion XS firmware v1.03 or later and Venus OS firmware v3.20 or later on the GX device.
