The Victron Energy ORI481260020 Orion 48/12-60 is a high-power, non-isolated DC-DC converter designed to convert power from a nominal 48V electrical system to a regulated 12V-class output. It provides an adjustable output, high current capacity, remote on/off control, and temperature-controlled cooling for demanding DC power applications.

The Orion 48/12-60 operates from a 38–66V DC input range and delivers 60A continuous output current with up to 65A maximum output current. Its output is adjustable from 10–15V and factory set to 13.2V. Victron identifies ORI481260020 specifically as the Orion 48/12-60 in its high-power non-isolated converter range. 

Key Technology

• 48V-to-12V DC Conversion
  Designed to provide regulated 12V-class power from a nominal 48V DC electrical system for compatible auxiliary equipment and DC loads.

• Adjustable Output Voltage
  An integrated potentiometer allows the output to be adjusted for compatible loads and supported battery-charging applications.

• High Current Capacity
  Provides substantial continuous output capability for applications requiring significant lower-voltage DC power from a 48V source.

• Battery Charging Capability
  Victron specifies that adjustable-output models in this Orion family can also be used as battery chargers when configured appropriately for the connected battery.

• Parallel Operation
  Adjustable-output models can be connected in parallel to increase available output current, with Victron specifying support for up to five units in parallel.

• Remote On/Off Control
  Allows converter operation to be controlled using a suitable low-power switch or engine run/stop signal without requiring a high-current control switch in the main input wiring.

• Temperature-Controlled Fan Cooling
  Integrated fan-assisted cooling provides active thermal management during demanding operating conditions.

Best Uses

• 48V-to-12V Auxiliary Systems
  Ideal for supplying compatible 12V-class equipment from a nominal 48V battery bank or DC electrical system.

• High-Current 12V Loads
  Suitable for systems requiring substantial lower-voltage DC current for compatible electronics, controls, lighting, and auxiliary equipment.

• Auxiliary Battery Charging
  The adjustable output supports appropriately configured battery-charging applications where a lower-voltage auxiliary battery must be supplied from a higher-voltage DC system.

• Remote-Controlled DC Systems
  Useful where converter operation needs to follow an external low-power switch or compatible engine run/stop control signal.

• Expandable DC Power Systems
  Supported parallel operation provides additional flexibility for properly engineered systems requiring increased output-current capacity.

Product Specifications

High-Power Adjustable 48V-to-12V DC Conversion

The Victron Energy ORI481260020 Orion 48/12-60 combines high-current DC conversion, adjustable output, supported battery-charging capability, remote control, active cooling, and parallel operation. It provides a versatile solution for compatible systems requiring regulated 12V-class power from a nominal 48V DC source.

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