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Victron Orion IP67 12/24-50A (1200W) DC-DC Converter

Brand:
Victron Energy
Part no:
ORI122421226

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Specifications

Type
Converter
Input voltage
10-15 V
Output voltage
24 V
Output current
50 A
Ingress rating
IP67

The Orion IP67 12/24-50A is a DC-DC converter that steps a 10 to 15 V input up to 24 V, with 50 A of continuous output. Protections listed are overload, short-circuit proof and reverse polarity (fuse). It carries an IP67 rating, works from -40 to 70 °C, and weighs 2.15 kg. The DC connections are M6 bolts.

Our take

Rated IP67 and good from -40 to 70 °C, this Orion is specified for rough conditions. Its input range is only 10 to 15 V, so it is a 12 V to 24 V step-up and nothing else, with 50 A continuous at the output.

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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