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Victron Orion XS 12/12-50A DC-DC Battery Charger — 700W, Bluetooth (High-Output Alternator Charger)
Victron Orion XS 12/12-50A DC-DC Battery Charger — 700W, Bluetooth (High-Output Alternator Charger)
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The Victron Orion XS 12/12-50A is the next-generation high-output DC-DC charger — 50A of charge current (vs the Orion-Tr's 30A), much higher efficiency, and a smarter, smaller package designed for modern smart-alternator vehicles (Sprinter, Promaster, Transit, late-model F-150, etc.). 700W of charging power means a flat lithium house bank fills 67% faster than with the Orion-Tr 30A. Built-in Bluetooth via VictronConnect.
Orion XS vs Orion-Tr — which one?
| Orion XS 12/12-50A (this model) | Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A | |
|---|---|---|
| SKU | ORI121217050 | ORI121236120 / 140 |
| Output current | 50A | 30A |
| Output power | 700W | 360W |
| Efficiency | 95% | 87% |
| Smart-alternator support | Yes — explicitly designed for Euro 6 alternators | Adaptive engine detection |
| Galvanic isolation | No | Available (Isolated SKU) |
| Size | Smaller, more compact | Larger heatsink |
| Best for | New builds, smart alternators, fast lithium charging | Older vehicles, marine (isolated version), tight budget |
| Price | $328.10 | $215.05 / $243.95 |
Choose the XS if: you have a 2018+ vehicle with a smart/regulated alternator, you're running a lithium house bank that benefits from fast charging, or you want the most modern charger Victron makes.
Choose the Orion-Tr if: you have an older vehicle, you need isolation (marine), or you're price-sensitive.
Why the Orion XS
- 50A output / 700W — 67% more charging power than the Orion-Tr 30A
- 95% efficiency — less heat, smaller heatsink, less power wasted
- Smart-alternator compatible — designed for Euro 6 regulated alternators that don't hold constant voltage
- Lithium-safe current limiting — protects your alternator from a hungry lithium house bank
- Bluetooth + VictronConnect — monitor and configure from your phone
- VE.Direct port — connect to Cerbo GX for VRM Portal integration
- Three-stage adaptive charging — bulk, absorption, float; lead-acid and LiFePO4 profiles
- Engine-start detection — auto-disables when engine is off
- Parallel capable — chain units for 100A+ output
- Compact form factor — smaller than the Orion-Tr 30A despite higher output
Specifications
| Input voltage range | 9–17 VDC |
|---|---|
| Output voltage | 12V (adjustable) |
| Rated output current | 50A |
| Rated output power | 700W |
| Efficiency | 95% |
| Galvanic isolation | No |
| Bluetooth | Built-in (VictronConnect) |
| VE.Direct port | Yes |
| Smart-alternator detection | Yes |
| Charge stages | Bulk, Absorption, Float (3-stage adaptive) |
| Battery chemistry | Lead-acid (AGM, Gel, Flooded), LiFePO4 |
| Parallel capable | Yes |
| Protection | Reverse polarity, output short-circuit, over-temperature |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to +60°C |
| Manufacturer SKU | ORI121217050 |
| Warranty | 5 years (manufacturer) |
Recommended applications
- Modern van builds — 2018+ Sprinter, Promaster, Transit, Crafter with smart alternators
- Lithium house banks — fast charging of LiFePO4 banks during drive time
- Overlanding — large 4×4 or expedition vehicle with serious house power needs
- Tow-vehicle to trailer — fast charging of trailer house bank while driving
- Performance / luxury builds — where 30A isn't enough and you want the modern hardware
Every Jonsson Tech order ships within 5 days nationwide from our Houston, Texas warehouse. Free pre-purchase consultation — call 346-574-9652 or email support@jonssontech.net with your vehicle year/model, alternator size, and battery specs and we'll confirm the right Orion XS configuration.
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