Orion XS 12/12-70A DC-DC Battery Charger
Victron Orion XS 12/12-70A is an ultracompact, silent DC-DC charger with a record 98.5% efficiency. It safely charges your service battery up to 70A while driving, protecting the alternator with full Bluetooth control via mobile app.
The product will be available on 01.08.2026
- Available on 01.08.2026
- New
Product details
- Brand
- Victron Energy
- Reference
- ORI121221040
- EAN13
- 8719076075257
- MPN
- ORI121221040
Data Sheet
| Model | Power | Input Voltage | Output Voltage | Output Voltage Tolerance | Input and Output Current Setting Range | Bluetooth | VE.Direct | Operating Temperature | Max. Efficiency | No-Load Power Draw | Humidity | Maximum Altitude | Pollution Degree | Overvoltage Category | DC Connectors | Safety | Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) | Output Voltage Noise | Max. Constant Short-Circuit Current | Standby Power Draw | Can Be Used As Power Supply | VE.Smart Networking | IP Rating | Max. Cable Cross-Section | Automotive Directive |
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| Orion XS | 1000W | 9-17V | 10-17V | +/- 0.25% (max.) | 1-70A | Yes | Yes | -20°C ~ 60°C | 98.5% | Less than 100mA | 95% | 2000 m | PD2 | OVC 1 | Screw Terminals | IEC 62477-1 | EN 300 328 EN 301 489-1 EN 301 489-17 FCC 15B ICES-003 | 10mV rms | 70A | Less than 1.5mA | Yes | Yes | IP20 | 4AWG (25mm²) | ECE R10-7 |
Description
Orion XS 12/12-70A DC-DC
Modern battery charger
The Orion XS DC-DC 12/12-70A is an ultra-compact charger that efficiently uses engine power to rapidly charge the leisure battery while driving. Thanks to its 98.5% efficiency, the device delivers a full 70 A of current without any loss of performance even at temperatures up to 40°C.
The intelligent 4-stage algorithm automatically optimizes the charging process, ensuring stable compatibility with Euro 5/6 alternators and significantly extending battery life.
This modern device perfectly stabilizes voltage for sensitive electronics, offering convenient parameter monitoring via a Bluetooth app.
Key Features
Discover the advantages that make the difference
Record-breaking 98.5% Efficiency
Near-zero energy losses mean faster battery charging and no unnecessary heat build-up in the device.
Current Adjustment 1–70 A
Full control over power output allows you to perfectly synchronize the charger with your alternator's capacity and battery size.
Active Cooling and Protection
Hermetically sealed electronics (IP65) with an external cooling fan (IP20) ensure maximum 70 A performance without any risk of component overheating.
Why choose the Orion XS?
The Orion XS is the ideal solution for anyone looking for maximum charging performance on the road. It combines record-breaking efficiency with silent operation, ensuring your battery is always fully charged and your sensitive electronics are completely safe.
Victron Energy Orion XS
The Orion XS is an ultra-compact DC-DC charger with a record-breaking 98.5% efficiency. Its rugged construction maintains full charging power without overheating, even in tight and hot spaces.
Efficient
Safe
Easy to use
Compact
Efficient
Safe
Easy to use
Compact
Flexible adjustment of current and voltage
The ability to precisely limit the input current effectively protects your alternator from overloading. Meanwhile, the fully configurable charging voltage allows perfect parameter matching for every type of battery — from lithium, through AGM, to gel batteries.
Stable 700W of power even in the heat
The innovative aluminum PCB acts as an efficient heat sink, which combined with modern components reduces heat loss to a minimum. The design allows the charger to deliver full output power of 700 W (70 A) even at ambient temperatures reaching 40°C, without any drop in performance.
Key Functions
Key functions and how they work
Adaptive Charging Algorithm
The automatic 4-stage algorithm adapts to the depth of discharge, extending battery life. It perfectly supports lithium, AGM, and gel batteries through built-in profiles and custom settings.
Low-Temperature Shutdown
The charger protects lithium batteries by blocking charging in freezing conditions, while advanced input voltage control protects your starter battery from deep discharge.
Safety and IP20 Rating
Designed for in-vehicle mounting (IP20 protection class), the Orion XS offers full protection against short circuits, overloads, and overheating. Smart sensors instantly respond to rising temperatures, protecting the entire installation from damage.
Victron Ecosystem
The Victron system is designed to give you full control anytime, anywhere.
VictronConnect App
The VictronConnect app is your personal control center, enabling instant configuration and system monitoring directly from your smartphone screen.
- Track charging current, alternator input voltage, and battery status in real time.
- Intuitively adjust charging profiles and charger operating parameters to suit your needs.
- Monitor the device's operating history and charging statuses from recent days.
VRM Portal
Connecting the charger to a GX device gives you full access to system data and instant notifications about any alarms or faults.
- Remote management from anywhere
- Detailed analytics and charger performance reports
- Early warning system
Applications
Smart, reliable, and efficient DC-DC charging on land and at sea.
Recreational Vehicles
Thanks to its ultra-compact design, the Orion XS fits easily in tight motorhome compartments, ensuring fast and safe charging of the leisure battery from the alternator while driving.
Professional Vehicles
The Orion XS guarantees stable power supply in specialist vehicles, protecting the alternator from overloading through precise charging current limitation of up to 70 A.
Marine
The design is perfectly suited for tight and stuffy boat engine rooms, ensuring safe charging of onboard batteries in demanding conditions.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Data sheet
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ModelOrion XS
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Power1000W
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Input Voltage9-17V
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Output Voltage10-17V
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Output Voltage Tolerance+/- 0.25% (max.)
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Input and Output Current Setting Range1-70A
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BluetoothYes
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VE.DirectYes
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Operating Temperature-20°C ~ 60°C
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Weight0.34 kg (0.74 lbs)
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Max. Efficiency98.5%
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No-Load Power DrawLess than 100mA
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Humidity95%
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Maximum Altitude2000 m
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Pollution DegreePD2
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Overvoltage CategoryOVC 1
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DC ConnectorsScrew Terminals
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SafetyIEC 62477-1
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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)EN 300 328
EN 301 489-1
EN 301 489-17
FCC 15B
ICES-003 -
Output Voltage Noise10mV rms
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Max. Constant Short-Circuit Current70A
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Standby Power DrawLess than 1.5mA
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Can Be Used As Power SupplyYes
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VE.Smart NetworkingYes
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IP RatingIP20
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Dimensions (W x H x D)123.1 x 137.3 x 40 mm
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Max. Cable Cross-Section4AWG (25mm²)
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Automotive DirectiveECE R10-7
Product Details
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Brand
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ReferenceORI121221040
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Availability date2026-08-01
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EAN138719076075257
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MPNORI121221040
