Description
xVictron LiFePO4 Battery 12.8V 200Ah NG — BAT512120620
The Victron LiFePO4 Battery 12.8V 200Ah NG is a lithium iron phosphate battery from Victron's New Generation (NG) series, designed for 12V off-grid, marine, and mobile power systems. At 200Ah, it delivers 2.56kWh of usable capacity in a single unit, making it well suited to demanding energy storage applications where weight and cycle life matter.
Key Features
- Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry provides a stable, thermally safe cell compared to other lithium types.
- 12.8V nominal voltage, 200Ah capacity, giving 2.56kWh per battery.
- New Generation (NG) series design with integrated battery management system (BMS) for cell balancing, over-charge, over-discharge, and short-circuit protection.
- Weighs 18.4kg, significantly lighter than an equivalent lead-acid battery of the same capacity.
- Compatible with Victron charge controllers, inverter/chargers, and the VE.Bus and VE.Direct ecosystem where supported by the NG BMS.
- Suitable for series and parallel connection to increase voltage or capacity, subject to Victron's configuration guidelines.
Product Overview
LiFePO4 chemistry is chosen for energy storage applications where safety and longevity are priorities. Unlike NMC or NCA lithium cells, LiFePO4 cells do not undergo thermal runaway under normal fault conditions, which makes them appropriate for enclosed spaces such as boat bilges, vehicle cabinets, and off-grid battery rooms. The flat discharge curve of LiFePO4 also means the battery maintains a near-constant voltage across most of its state of charge, which benefits inverters and DC loads that are sensitive to voltage drop.
The NG designation indicates this is Victron's updated generation of standalone lithium batteries. The integrated BMS handles cell-level protection without requiring a separate external BMS unit for basic operation, though integration with Victron system monitoring (via a compatible BMS interface or GX device) is recommended for full system visibility and protection coordination. At 200Ah and 12.8V nominal, this battery is a practical building block for 12V systems requiring substantial storage, and can be paralleled for higher capacity installations.
Specifications
- SKU: BAT512120620
- Nominal voltage: 12.8V
- Capacity: 200Ah
- Energy: 2.56kWh
- Chemistry: LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate)
- Series: Lithium NG (New Generation)
- Weight: 18.4kg
- GTIN: 8719076058915
Applications
- Off-grid solar energy storage in cabins, outbuildings, and remote installations.
- Marine house battery banks on sailing yachts and motorboats.
- Motorhome and campervan leisure battery systems.
- Mobile and vehicle-based power systems requiring a lightweight 12V battery.
- Backup power for DC systems and small inverter installations.
What Is Included
- 1 x Victron LiFePO4 Battery 12.8V 200Ah NG (BAT512120620)
Installation Notes
Installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician or experienced system integrator familiar with lithium battery systems. LiFePO4 batteries require a lithium-compatible charger profile; do not use chargers set to AGM, gel, or standard lead-acid profiles. Ensure the charge source (solar charge controller, inverter/charger, or DC-DC charger) is configured correctly for 12.8V LiFePO4 chemistry before connecting. For marine and vehicle installations, secure the battery against movement and ensure adequate ventilation. Where this battery forms part of a grid-connected or larger off-grid system, coordinate BMS communication with the system controller to enable proper charge and load disconnect functions.
Specifications
x| VOLTAGE AND CAPACITY | |
|---|---|
| Battery Model | LFP 12.8 V/200 Ah |
| Nominal Voltage | 12.8 V |
| Nominal Capacity @ 25 °C | 200 Ah |
| Nominal Energy @ 25 °C | 2560 Wh |
| Capacity Loss | <1% per 100 cycles |
| Energy Loss | <1% per 100 cycles |
| Round Trip Efficiency | 92% |
| CYCLE LIFE (≥ 80% of Nominal Capacity) | |
| 80% DoD | 2500 cycles |
| 70% DoD | 3000 cycles |
| 50% DoD | 5000 cycles |
| DISCHARGE | |
| Max Continuous Discharge Current (C-rate) | 200 A (1C) |
| Max Pulse Discharge Current 10s (C-rate) | 400 A (2C) |
| End of Discharge Voltage | 11.2 V |
| Internal Resistance | 1 mΩ |
| CHARGE | |
| Charge Voltage | Between 14 V and 14.2 V |
| Float Voltage | 13.5 V |
| Max Continuous Charge Current (C-rate) | 200 A (1C) |
| Max Pulse Charge Current 10s (C-rate) | 400 A (2C) |
| GENERAL | |
| BMS-es | Lynx Smart BMS NG 500 A / 1000 A (M10 busbars) |
| Cell Measurements | Cell voltages and temperatures, battery current |
| Battery BMS Interface | Male + female cable with M8 circular connector |
| Bluetooth | In the BMS |
| Max Batteries per BMS | 50 (384 kWh per BMS) |
| Battery Firmware Updates | Automatically updated by BMS |
| Repairable | Yes (cover can be removed with screws) |
| OPERATING CONDITIONS | |
| Operating Temperature | Discharge: -20 °C to +50 °C | Charge: +5 °C to +50 °C |
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.