Do I need to buy anything else to make the Victron 12.8V 180Ah Smart LiFePO4 Lithium Battery work?

Yes, a compatible external Victron Battery Management System (BMS) is required and must be purchased separately. While the battery has integrated cell balancing, this does not replace the need for an external BMS to manage your chargers, inverter, and DC loads.

Is this battery suitable for a solar-powered campervan or boat?

Yes, these LiFePO4 batteries are ideal for applications where charging conditions change throughout the day, such as solar-powered setups. Unlike lead-acid batteries, they do not suffer from sulphation when operated at a partial state of charge.

What is the expected lifespan of the Victron 12.8V 180Ah Smart LiFePO4 Battery?

This battery is rated for 2,500 cycles at 80% depth of discharge, retaining at least 80% of its nominal capacity under specified conditions.

Can I connect multiple batteries together to increase my power capacity?

Yes, the system design supports both series and parallel connections, provided you follow Victron’s official installation guidelines.

Victron 12.8V 180Ah Smart LiFePO4 Lithium Battery – BAT512118610

Victron 12.8V 180Ah Smart LiFePO4 Lithium Battery – BAT512118610

Name: Victron 12.8V 180Ah Smart LiFePO4 Lithium Battery – BAT512118610
SKU: BAT512118610
Price: 540.22 GBP

£540.22

Tax included.

Product info

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The Victron 12.8V 180Ah Smart LiFePO4 Lithium Battery provides 2,304Wh of nominal energy storage. It is ideal for campervans, motorhomes, boats and off-grid power systems.

This battery combines advanced lifepo4 technology with integrated cell balancing. It is designed for installations requiring dependable, rechargeable energy storage.

Its 180ah capacity makes it a practical option for running everyday leisure equipment as part of a correctly designed Victron electrical system.

Please note: A compatible external Victron Battery Management System (BMS) is required and must be purchased separately. The battery’s integrated cell balancing does not replace an external BMS.

Efficient Energy Storage for Off-Grid Use

LiFePO4 batteries suit applications where charging conditions change throughout the day. This includes solar-powered campervans and boats.

Unlike lead-acid batteries, they do not suffer from sulphation when operated at a partial state of charge.

With 92% round-trip efficiency, this battery helps you make effective use of the energy supplied by your charging equipment.

180Ah Smart LiFePO4 Lithium Battery Monitoring

Check individual cell voltages, battery temperature and alarm status using the VictronConnect app on a compatible smartphone or tablet.

Built-in Bluetooth makes it easier to inspect battery health. You can identify cell imbalance without accessing the battery compartment.

Key Features

180Ah Capacity: Provides 2.304kWh of nominal energy storage at 25°C.
Integrated Cell Balancing: Helps maintain balanced cell voltages.
Bluetooth Connectivity: Monitor cell voltage, temperature and alarms through VictronConnect.
Flexible System Design: Supports series and parallel connections within Victron’s installation guidelines.
Long Cycle Life: Rated for 2,500 cycles at 80% depth of discharge, retaining at least 80% of nominal capacity under specified conditions.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product code	BAT512118610
Battery chemistry	Lithium iron phosphate — LiFePO4
Nominal voltage	12.8V
Nominal capacity at 25°C	180Ah
Nominal energy at 25°C	2,304Wh
Recommended continuous discharge current	180A or less
Maximum continuous discharge current	360A
Recommended charge current	90A or less
Recommended charge voltage	14.2V
Float voltage	13.5V
Charging temperature range	+5°C to +50°C
Discharging temperature range	−20°C to +50°C
Terminal size	M8
Dimensions (H × W × D)	237 × 321 × 152mm
Protection rating	IP22

Complete Your Victron Battery System

Choose an external BMS compatible with the Victron Lithium Battery Smart range and suitable for your chargers, inverter and DC loads.

Options include the smallBMS, VE.Bus BMS V2, Smart BMS CL 12/100, Smart BMS 12/200 and Lynx Smart BMS.

For further information, see the official Victron Lithium Battery Smart product page.

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