Victron Orion 24/12-70A DC-DC Converter, IP20
- Brand:
- Victron Energy
- Part no:
- ORI241270020
Image: Victron Energy
Where to buy
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Specifications
- Type
- Converter
- Input voltage
- 18-35 V
- Output voltage
- 13.2 V
- Output current
- 70 A
- Ingress rating
- IP20
The Orion 24/12-70A is a Victron non-isolated DC-DC converter that turns a 24 V supply into 12 V. Input range is 18 to 35 V, output is 13.2 V, and it delivers 70 A continuously with an 85 A maximum. Cooling is fan assisted. The converter shuts down when its input voltage falls to 14 V, which is below the 18 V lower end of its input range.
Our take
At 70 A continuous with an 85 A maximum, this converter can carry a large 12 V load from a 24 V bank. It is fan cooled, and it shuts down once input falls to 14 V, so a sagging bank takes the 12 V side down with it.
From our buying guide
Each maker sets its own alternator rules. Battle Born calls a DC-to-DC charger a simple and safe way to use alternator charging.
Check before you buy:
- It can follow your battery's profile, since not every charger can follow a lithium maker's.
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