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Bluetooth · VE.Direct · Dedicated 48V charging
A programmable 48-volt lithium battery charger with 13A output, adaptive charging, power-supply mode, Bluetooth monitoring, and VE.Direct system integration.
The Victron 48V Smart IP43 Battery Charger is a dedicated shore-power solution for 48V lithium battery banks, marine systems, golf carts, RVs, and off-grid backup power. Unlike a generic charger, the PSC481350095 combines a 48V 13A output, programmable LiFePO4 charge profile, VictronConnect Bluetooth control, VE.Direct connectivity, and configurable power-supply operation in one professional charger.
A dedicated 48V charger protects battery health without the cost or complexity of a full inverter/charger.
The Smart IP43 Charger converts shore, grid, or generator power into a precisely controlled 48V charging output. It is ideal for systems that already use a separate inverter—or do not need one—but still require a safe, programmable method to charge an expensive 48V battery bank from AC power.
Built-in presets support LiFePO4, AGM, gel, and flooded lead-acid batteries, while advanced VictronConnect settings let installers tune charge voltage, absorption behavior, current limits, temperature compensation, and battery-protection thresholds to match the exact battery manufacturer’s recommendations.
Choose a built-in lithium, normal, or high-voltage preset, or create a custom profile through VictronConnect. The 48V lithium preset uses 56.8V absorption, no conventional float stage, and 54.0V storage, while custom settings can be entered for the exact Epoch battery model being charged.
Power Supply Mode disables the normal charge algorithm and delivers a constant, configurable DC voltage. This makes the charger useful for compatible 48V loads, commissioning work, diagnostics, and system testing—with or without a battery connected.
Use the VictronConnect app to select battery presets, create custom profiles, reduce output current, review live status and history, set alarms, lock the physical mode button, and install firmware updates without adding an external display.
Connect the charger to a compatible Cerbo GX, Ekrano GX, or other GX device with a separate VE.Direct cable. The charger can then participate in centralized monitoring, control, data logging, and VRM remote access when the GX system is online.
Dedicated 48V AC-to-DC charging where a full inverter/charger is unnecessary.
Professional charging, configuration, and integration for 48V battery systems.
Complete the installation with the correct cord, monitoring cable, overcurrent protection, and conductors.
Exact PSC481350095 electrical, communication, enclosure, and operating data.
Configure the charger for the exact battery before charging.
Verify the battery manufacturer’s maximum voltage, absorption time, float/storage strategy, current limit, low-temperature charging requirements, conductor size, fuse/breaker rating, and disconnecting means. Mount the charger on a non-flammable surface with natural airflow, keep it away from battery gases and moisture, and confirm whether the correct AC mains cord is included before installation.
Common questions about 48V lithium charging, AC input, IP ratings, VictronConnect, VE.Direct, and power-supply mode.
Yes. The charger is designed for nominal 120–240V AC sources and operates across an 85–250V AC input range. The unit uses an IEC C14 inlet, and the country-specific mains cord is ordered separately, so use the correct NEMA 5-15P cord and a properly protected branch circuit for a North American household outlet.
Yes, when it is configured to the charging limits published for the exact Epoch battery model. The built-in lithium preset uses 56.8V absorption and 54.0V storage with no conventional float stage, and VictronConnect also allows a custom profile when the battery manufacturer specifies different values.
The charger’s electronic components are rated IP43, while the connection area is rated IP22. It is not waterproof and should be installed in a dry, ventilated, protected location away from rain, spray, condensation, standing water, dust accumulation, and direct sunlight.
Yes. The 48V model delivers up to 13A, offers a 6.5A low-current mode, and can be set to a user-defined output current between 25% and 100% of rated output through VictronConnect. The AC input-current setting can also be configured within the supported 3–10A range.
No. This is a dedicated AC-to-DC battery charger and configurable DC power supply. It charges a 48V battery from shore, grid, or generator power, but it does not convert battery power back into 120V AC. For combined charging and inverter operation, use a Victron MultiPlus or Quattro inverter/charger.
Yes. Power Supply Mode disables the normal charge logic and provides a constant, configurable DC output for compatible 48V loads or system testing, with the output voltage and current limit set through VictronConnect.
Yes. Connect the charger’s VE.Direct port to a compatible GX device using a separate VE.Direct cable. This enables centralized monitoring and control, data logging, and VRM remote access when the GX device has an internet connection.
Victron lists 130Ah as the recommended maximum battery capacity for the 48/13 model. The minimum recommended LiFePO4 capacity is 25Ah in normal mode and 12Ah in low-current mode. Larger banks may charge more slowly and should be evaluated against the battery manufacturer’s current and charging-time requirements.
A simple ideal estimate is capacity divided by charger current: 100Ah ÷ 13A is about 7.7 hours. Real charging normally takes longer because of absorption time, battery state, temperature, cable losses, current limits, and any loads operating while charging.
Yes. It includes integrated normal, high, recondition, and lithium modes, plus fully programmable settings. Recondition is intended only for lead-acid batteries when specifically required and should not be used for LiFePO4 batteries.
Victron’s data sheet lists the IEC inlet retainer clip as included, while the country-specific AC mains cord is ordered separately. Confirm the contents of the Epoch package and add the correct NEMA, CEE, UK, or AU/NZ mains cord for the installation location.
