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Elite Series · Heated · Bluetooth · Victron Ready
Epoch 12V 460Ah V2 Elite Series LiFePO4 Battery
5.89kWh · IP67 Waterproof · Heated · Victron Communications
The Epoch 12V 460Ah V2 Elite Series LiFePO4 Battery is built for serious energy systems that demand high capacity, high output, smart monitoring, and dependable all-weather performance. With 5.89kWh of stored energy, 230A continuous output, internal heating, Bluetooth monitoring, Victron communications, IP67 waterproof protection, and parallel expansion up to 16 batteries, this flagship 12V battery is engineered for RVs, marine systems, off-grid power, solar storage, large inverters, and premium mobile power builds.
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Powering Adventure.
Sustaining Tomorrow.
Advanced Lithium Battery Systems
The 12V Powerhouse For Serious Systems
High capacity. High output. Smart integration. Built for real-world demand.
The Epoch 12V 460Ah V2 Elite Series Battery is designed for customers who want a premium, all-in-one lithium power solution without stacking multiple smaller batteries. Its massive 460Ah capacity delivers 5.89kWh of energy in a Group 8D footprint, making it an excellent choice for high-demand RVs, marine house banks, off-grid cabins, solar storage, overland builds, and large 12V inverter systems.
This Elite Series battery goes beyond basic lithium storage. It includes internal heating for cold-weather charging, Bluetooth app monitoring, Victron communication support, a built-in smart BMS, UL-certified safety components, IP67 waterproof construction, and an included external power button with battery gauge. For users who need dependable energy storage that is powerful, expandable, and easy to monitor, this is one of the strongest 12V options in the Epoch lineup.
Why Customers Choose The 460Ah Elite
Big-battery simplicity with premium system intelligence
Fewer Batteries
Massive 460Ah capacity reduces the need for multiple smaller batteries in many 12V builds.
Large Inverter Ready
230A continuous output supports high-demand loads and 3,000W+ inverter-class systems when properly designed.
Victron Integration
Built to communicate with compatible Victron GX devices for smarter system monitoring and control.
All-Weather Confidence
IP67 waterproof construction and internal heating help keep power reliable in demanding environments.
What Can It Run?
Real-world examples from a single 5.89kWh battery
3,000W Inverter
2–3 Hours
100 lb Thrust Trolling Motor
All Day
13.5K BTU RV A/C
4–6 Hours
Off-Grid Cabin Core Loads
24+ Hours
Runtime estimates vary based on load size, inverter efficiency, duty cycle, temperature, system design, and usage conditions.
Compatible Applications
RV, marine, solar, off-grid, inverter, and mobile power systems
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✓ RV, motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, and camper house-power systems
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✓ Marine house battery banks for boats, yachts, pontoons, and offshore power systems
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✓ Van life, overland, expedition, and mobile auxiliary power builds
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✓ Solar energy storage for cabins, tiny homes, remote sites, and off-grid systems
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✓ 12V inverter systems, including properly designed 3,000W+ continuous inverter-class setups
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✓ Victron-based power systems using compatible GX devices and BMS CAN communication
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✓ Backup power systems for critical 12V loads and compatible inverter/charger setups
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✓ Group 8D lead-acid replacement applications where fitment, charging profile, and system requirements match
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✓ Parallel battery banks up to 16 batteries for expanded 12V energy storage capacity
Premium 8D Lithium Upgrade
This battery is ideal for users who want high energy capacity, smart monitoring, cold-weather charging support, waterproof construction, and Victron-ready communication in one powerful 12V package.
Always confirm tray dimensions, cable clearance, terminal layout, charger compatibility, fusing, inverter sizing, and system requirements before installation.
Elite Battery Features
Premium lithium performance with advanced monitoring and protection
Massive 460Ah Capacity
Delivers 5.89kWh of energy for extended runtime in RV, marine, off-grid, and inverter systems.
230A Continuous Output
Supports demanding 12V loads and large inverter systems when installed with properly sized cables and protection.
500A Peak Discharge
Provides up to 500A discharge for 30 seconds, plus 1,300A peak output for 1 second.
Fast Charging Capable
Supports 230A maximum continuous charge current and up to 400A charge current for 5 seconds.
Internal Heating
Built-in heating supports charging in freezing conditions, with self-heating operation down to -22°F.
Bluetooth App Monitoring
Monitor state of charge, voltage, current flow, temperature, cycle data, cell voltage, and system alerts through the Epoch app.
Victron Communications
Built to communicate with compatible Victron GX devices for system-level battery visibility and control.
IP67 Waterproof
Fully dustproof and waterproof, rated for immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
Advanced Smart BMS
Built-in battery management protects against overcharge, over-discharge, over-current, short circuit, and high or low temperature conditions.
Expandable Design
Supports up to 4 batteries in series and up to 16 batteries in parallel when installed according to Epoch guidelines.
Included Gauge + Power Button
Comes with an external power button and upgraded battery gauge for convenient monitoring and operation.
UL-Certified Safety Components
Includes a UL60691 certified internal fuse and UL1973 certified battery pack construction.
GX
Victron Ready Integration
Built to talk to your Victron system
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✓ Compatible GX device support
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✓ BMS CAN communication
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✓ Remote monitoring support through the Victron ecosystem
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✓ Advanced system diagnostics
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✓ DVCC and Epoch BMS control setup support
APP
Battery Intelligence
Your whole system, in your pocket
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✓ State of charge monitoring
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✓ Battery voltage and current flow
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✓ Cell voltage and temperature data
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✓ Charge / discharge cycle tracking
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✓ System health and alarm alerts
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✓ BMS over-the-air firmware update support
IP67 Waterproof + Heated Cold-Weather Design
Built for rain, spray, dust, cold weather, and demanding installs
Fully Dustproof
IP67 sealing helps protect the battery from dust intrusion in mobile, marine, and off-grid environments.
Waterproof Protection
Rated for immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes, making it well suited for wet environments.
Cold-Weather Charging
Integrated self-heating supports charging in freezing conditions down to -22°F when properly configured.
Compatible Accessories & Add-Ons
Recommended hardware for a complete Elite Series installation
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✓ Mounting Hardware for Elite Series C12460A, C24230A, C48100A, and C12460A-A
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✓ Properly sized battery cables, busbars, fuses, and breakers for high-current 12V systems
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✓ Compatible Victron GX equipment for BMS CAN communication and system monitoring
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✓ Lithium-compatible chargers, solar charge controllers, inverter chargers, or DC-to-DC chargers programmed to Epoch’s recommended settings
Specifications
Complete technical details, dimensions, weight, charging settings, and BMS protections
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General
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| Brand |
Epoch Batteries |
| Model / SKU |
C12460A |
| Product Name |
12V 460Ah V2 Elite Series LiFePO4 Battery |
| Series |
Elite Series |
| Battery Type |
Heated Bluetooth LiFePO4 Battery with Victron Communications |
| Battery Group Size |
Group 8D |
| Chemistry |
LiFePO4 / Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Cell Type |
Prismatic LiFePO4 |
| Cell Configuration |
4S2P |
| Bluetooth |
Yes — compatible with iOS and Android apps |
| Victron Communications |
Yes — BMS CAN communication with compatible Victron GX devices |
| Internal Heating |
Yes |
| External Power Button & Battery Gauge |
Included |
| Cycle Life |
3,500+ cycles |
| Maintenance |
Maintenance-free |
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Voltage & Capacity
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| Nominal Voltage |
12.8V |
| Nominal Capacity |
460Ah |
| Energy Stored |
5,888Wh / 5.89kWh |
| Operating Voltage Range |
10.0V – 14.6V |
| Maximum Charge Voltage |
14.6V |
| Minimum Voltage |
10.0V |
| Self-Discharge |
<3% per month |
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Current Ratings
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| Max Continuous Discharge |
230A |
| Max Continuous Charge Current |
230A |
| Max Charge Current |
400A for 5 seconds |
| Max Discharge Current |
500A for 30 seconds |
| Peak Discharge Output |
1,300A for 1 second |
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Series & Parallel Configuration
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| Series Connections |
Maximum 4 batteries in series |
| Parallel Connections |
Maximum 16 batteries in parallel, plug & play |
| Victron Daisy Chain Support |
Up to 16 batteries in parallel on one compatible system |
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Temperature
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| Charge Temperature Range |
-30°C to 55°C / -22°F to 131°F, with self-heating |
| Cell Charge Temperature Range |
0°C to 55°C / 32°F to 131°F |
| Discharge Temperature Range |
-20°C to 55°C / -4°F to 131°F |
| Short-Term Storage Temperature |
-20°C to 45°C / -4°F to 113°F, up to 1 month |
| Recommended Long-Term Storage Temperature |
0°C to 35°C / 32°F to 95°F, up to 1 year |
| Low-Temperature Charge Protection |
Yes |
| High & Low Temperature Disconnects |
Yes |
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Dimensions & Weight
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| Length |
20.86 in / 529.8 mm |
| Width |
8.65 in / 219.8 mm |
| Height |
12.06 in / 306.3 mm |
| Rounded Product Dimensions |
Approx. 20.9 in L × 8.7 in W × 12.1 in H |
| Weight |
97 lbs / approx. 44 kg |
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Mechanical
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| Case Material |
ABS & PC blend |
| Case Flame Rating |
UL94-V0 |
| Enclosure Protection |
IP67 waterproof and dustproof |
| Terminal Size |
M8 |
| Terminal Torque |
8–12 Nm |
| Cooling Method |
Natural / passive convection |
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Recommended Charging Settings
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| Recommended For Non-Victron Systems |
Use the following charge settings with compatible lithium charging equipment |
| Absorption Voltage |
14.2V |
| Absorption Time |
15 minutes per battery |
| Float Voltage |
13.5V |
| Re-Bulk Voltage |
13.3V |
| Equalization |
Off / Disabled |
| Temperature Compensation |
Disabled / 0mV per °C |
| BMS High Voltage Cutoff |
14.6V |
| SoC Recalibration Voltage |
14.6V manual / custom algorithm when operating under Victron communications |
| Victron Setup |
Turn DVCC on and set controlling BMS to Epoch when configured with compatible Victron GX equipment |
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BMS Protection Features
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| Overcharge Protection |
Yes |
| Over-Discharge Protection |
Yes |
| Over-Current Protection |
Yes |
| Short-Circuit Protection |
Yes |
| High & Low Temperature Protection |
Yes |
| Charging Overcurrent Protection |
400A protection current, 5,000ms delay, 350A release current |
| Discharging Overcurrent Protection |
550A protection current, 5,000ms delay |
| Short-Circuit Protection Current |
1,200A |
| Internal Fuse |
400A rated internal fuse; 1,200A transient overload current at 3 seconds |
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BMS Temperature Protection Details
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| Charge High-Temperature Protection |
Activates at 55°C / 131°F; releases at 50°C / 122°F |
| Charge Low-Temperature Protection |
Activates at 0°C / 32°F; releases at 5°C / 41°F |
| Discharge High-Temperature Protection |
Activates at 55°C / 131°F; releases at 50°C / 122°F |
| Discharge Low-Temperature Protection |
Activates at -20°C / -4°F; releases at -17°C / 1.4°F |
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Compliance & Listings
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| Internal Fuse Certification |
UL60691 certified internal fuse |
| Cell Certifications |
UL1642 cells, UL9540A cells, IEC 62619:2022 |
| Battery Pack Certification |
UL1973 certified pack |
| Additional Compliance |
CE, RoHS |
| Shipping Classification |
UN 3480, Class 9 |
| Warranty |
11-Year Manufacturer Warranty |
Why Upgrade To Epoch Elite LiFePO4?
More usable energy. Smarter control. Less maintenance. Longer service life.
Compared with traditional lead-acid battery banks, Epoch LiFePO4 technology delivers higher usable capacity, faster charging capability, stable voltage output, lighter weight per usable watt-hour, and maintenance-free operation. The 12V 460Ah V2 Elite adds the premium features serious system builders want most: waterproof IP67 construction, built-in heating, Bluetooth monitoring, Victron-ready communications, advanced BMS protection, and scalable energy storage for larger 12V power systems.
Fitment & Charging Note
Verify your system before installation
Always confirm Group 8D tray fitment, cable clearance, terminal torque, fusing, breaker ratings, busbar sizing, inverter requirements, charger compatibility, and system design before installation. Use lithium-compatible chargers, inverter chargers, solar charge controllers, alternator charging systems, or DC-to-DC chargers programmed to Epoch’s recommended settings. For Victron-integrated systems, follow Epoch’s communication harness, DIP switch, DVCC, and GX device setup instructions. For series or parallel banks, use matched batteries of the same model, age, capacity, and state of charge, and follow Epoch’s installation guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Epoch 12V 460Ah Elite Battery FAQs
Installation, compatibility, charging, Victron communications, and real-world use
What is the Epoch 12V 460Ah battery best used for?
This battery is best suited for high-capacity 12V deep-cycle systems, including RV house power, marine house banks, solar storage, off-grid cabins, van and overland builds, backup power, and properly designed inverter systems. It is ideal for users who want a large single-battery lithium solution instead of wiring several smaller batteries together.
Can this battery run a 3,000W inverter?
The 12V 460Ah Elite battery is commonly used in large inverter-class systems and provides up to 230A continuous discharge. A 3,000W inverter installation must be designed correctly, with proper cable size, fusing, surge capacity, inverter efficiency, and load calculations. For sustained full-load inverter use, confirm the complete system design before installation.
Is this battery compatible with Victron systems?
Yes. This model includes Victron communications and is designed to work with compatible Victron GX devices through BMS CAN communication. Proper setup may include the correct communication cable, DIP switch configuration, DVCC settings, and selecting Epoch as the controlling BMS in the Victron system.
Is the battery waterproof?
Yes. The Epoch 12V 460Ah Elite battery is IP67 rated, meaning it is dustproof and waterproof, including protection against temporary immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. For best long-term reliability, install it in a secure location with protected cabling, proper strain relief, and no unnecessary exposure to standing water or mechanical damage.
Can this battery charge in cold weather?
Yes. This battery includes internal self-heating for cold-weather charging support. The heating system helps bring the cells into a safe charging temperature range before charge current is accepted. Always use compatible lithium charging equipment and follow Epoch’s temperature and charging guidelines for cold-weather operation.
Can multiple 460Ah batteries be connected together?
Yes. This battery supports system expansion when installed according to Epoch’s guidelines. It can be connected with up to 4 batteries in series and up to 16 batteries in parallel. For multi-battery banks, use matched batteries of the same model, age, capacity, and state of charge, along with properly sized cables, fuses, busbars, and charging equipment.
Is this a good replacement for an 8D lead-acid battery?
In many applications, yes. The Epoch 12V 460Ah Elite battery uses a Group 8D footprint and can replace compatible lead-acid battery banks when the battery tray, cable clearance, terminal layout, charging profile, inverter requirements, and system design are compatible. Always verify dimensions and electrical requirements before installation.
What charging settings should be used?
For compatible non-Victron lithium charging systems, the recommended settings include 14.2V absorption voltage, 15 minutes absorption time per battery, 13.5V float voltage, 13.3V re-bulk voltage, equalization disabled, and temperature compensation disabled. Victron-integrated systems should follow Epoch’s Victron communication and DVCC setup instructions.
Is this battery designed for engine starting?
This model is designed as a high-capacity deep-cycle lithium battery for energy storage and house-power applications. For engine cranking or starting applications, use a cranking-rated battery or confirm compatibility directly with Epoch and your engine manufacturer before installation.
What is included with the battery?
The battery includes the 12V 460Ah Elite Series LiFePO4 battery, built-in Bluetooth monitoring, internal heating, Victron communication capability, advanced BMS protection, and an external power button with an upgraded battery gauge. Additional installation hardware, chargers, cables, fuses, and Victron components should be selected based on the system design.
Still Have Questions?
For best results, confirm your complete power system design before installation, including charger settings, inverter size, cable gauge, fuse ratings, busbar capacity, battery tray clearance, and Victron communication setup where applicable.