{"product_id":"orion-tr-smart-48-12-isolated-charger","title":"Victron Orion-Tr Smart 48\/12-30A 360W Isolated DC-DC Charger | ORI481238120","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Orion-Tr Smart 48\/12-30A is a galvanically isolated DC-DC charger that steps a 48V supply down to 12V, charging at up to 30A (360W). It suits installations where a secondary 12V battery needs charging from a 48V house bank, traction battery or DC bus, with no electrical connection between the two circuits. Built-in Bluetooth lets you configure and monitor it through the VictronConnect app, no extra hardware required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVictron dc to dc battery charger with isolation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e, galvanic, transformer-based, separating input and output circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConversion\u003c\/strong\u003e, 48V input to 12V output at 30A continuous, up to 360W.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e, integrated Bluetooth with VictronConnect app for setup, monitoring and firmware updates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, adaptive 3-stage algorithm (bulk, absorption, float) for the secondary battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine detection input\u003c\/strong\u003e, activates the unit only when the alternator or engine is running, protecting the source battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e, compact, wall-mountable aluminium housing for permanent installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy galvanic isolation matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA basic DC-DC converter just regulates output voltage. The Orion-Tr Smart applies a proper multi-stage charging profile instead, so a flat secondary battery draws full current until absorption voltage, then tapers correctly rather than sitting at a fixed voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIsolation itself is a physical transformer barrier, not a software setting. On boats it helps prevent stray current corrosion between separate battery systems. In vehicles with dual battery setups it avoids chassis ground conflicts. In 48V off-grid or telecom systems feeding 12V loads, it gives a clean separation that simplifies fault-finding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMonitoring and integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVictronConnect Bluetooth comes built in, so there's no dongle or wired link needed to set charge voltages, absorption time or engine detection behaviour. A VE.Direct connection also allows integration into a wider Victron system, with data logged through a GX device or the VRM portal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging a 12V service or auxiliary battery from a 48V lithium house bank in marine or motorhome installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplying 12V loads and batteries from a 48V off-grid DC bus in cabins, shelters or remote sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowering 12V control circuits in 48V electric vehicle or golf cart conversions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding 12V instrumentation or communications equipment from a 48V telecom or industrial DC supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-battery systems needing galvanic isolation against ground loop interference or stray current corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrion-Tr Smart 48\/12-30A isolated DC-DC charger unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitting should be carried out by a qualified electrician or experienced system integrator. Correct cable sizing and fusing on both input and output sides is essential at these current levels, and the engine detection input must be wired correctly for source battery protection. VictronConnect (iOS or Android) is needed for initial configuration and is a free download.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52095394578720,"sku":"ORI481238120","price":172.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8148\/1504\/files\/ledandsolar-ori481238120-1.webp?v=1785748356","url":"https:\/\/www.ledandsolar.co.uk\/products\/orion-tr-smart-48-12-isolated-charger","provider":"LED \u0026 Solar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}