🔋 Ultimate DCDC Charger Comparison: Redarc BCDC Alpha 50 vs Victron Orion XS 50 Review

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Complete real-world testing and comparison of two premium DCDC chargers for your 4x4 dual battery setup. After extensive testing in harsh Australian conditions, I share my experience with both units installed in my Land Cruiser's 12V dual battery system. 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - My background with both brands and disclaimer 01:43 - Disclaimer 02:33 - My Set Up 03:46 - The reality behind a 50 A rating 05:48 - Redtek Active Cooling Cases 06:27 - Redarc Alpha 50 Pros 08:35 - Redarc Alpha 50 - What could be improved 10:13 - Victron Orion XS 50 - What do I like 13:08 - Victron Orion XS - What could be improved 14:56 - Direct Spec Comparison 21:16 - Final Conclusion ⚡ Comprehensive Review Includes: • Complete specs comparison • Real-world performance data • Heat management in Australian conditions • Dual battery setup configuration • Solar integration capabilities • Mobile app features • Installation requirements • Price comparison 🛠️ My Current Setup: Dual DCDC charger configuration (100A combined) M2K high output alternator (180A) Redarc Alpha 150 lithium battery Complete overlanding power solution 📊 Technical Specifications: • Redarc Alpha 50: IP67 rated, integrated 48V MPPT solar controller, operates to 85°C • Victron Orion XS 50: 98.5% efficiency, compact design, extensive programming ⭐ Perfect for: 4x4, Overlanding, Camping, Off-grid setups ✅ Tested with: LiFePO4 batteries, AGM batteries, Solar integration 🔧 Professional Installation: JS Auto Electrics (Sydney) 📱 Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/alloffroad Buy me a coffee: [https://buymeacoffee.com/alloffroad] #DualBatterySetup #4x4Accessories #DCDCCharger #4WD #Redarc #Victron #OverlandingGear #4x4Life #LandCruiser #4WDAccessories #DualBattery #offroadpower Affiliate links for the gear I use. https://www.amazon.com.au/shop/alloffroad4x4adventurestv ============================= GEAR AFFILIATE LINKS: ============================= Coffee & Cooking Jet Boil Carbon https://amzn.to/3VGZsiN Delter Coffee Press https://amzn.to/3UnqQ4r Aero Press https://amzn.to/3FfmBmV Pyrolux Pan https://amzn.to/44g7uDv Radix Dehydrated Food www.radixnutrition.com.au/ALLOFFROAD10 Campers Pantry camperspantry.com.au/alloffroad OnTrackMeals: Core Pack https://ontrackmeals.com/wqqs58 Use Code “ALLOFFROAD” for a one off 10% discount iCheck TPMS use code “alloffroad” for 10% discount www.ichecktpms.com.au ============================= Mapping GPS Navigation Memory Map Hema 4wd Map Pack ($10 off) https://w2.memory-map.com/cgi-bin/licuser.cgi?buy_e_package=1&package=3000074&adref=3001 MMFA Topo maps for QLD, NSW, and TAS at 20% off ($47+GST) https://w2.memory-map.com/cgi-bin/licuser.cgi?buy_e_package=1&package=3000089&adref=3001 https://w2.memory-map.com/cgi-bin/licuser.cgi?buy_e_package=1&package=3000090&adref=3001 https://w2.memory-map.com/cgi-bin/licuser.cgi?buy_e_package=1&package=5000060&adref=3001 VIC at 10% off ($89+GST) https://w2.memory-map.com/cgi-bin/licuser.cgi?buy_e_package=1&package=3000091&adref=3001 Gaia https://www.gaiagps.com/discounts/?fp_ref=alloffroadau ============================= Electrical, UHF & Safety GME MT610G PLB: https://amzn.to/41UdXDN GME TX610 YTP: https://amzn.to/3P2fJws GME TX61060 5W: https://amzn.to/3uHr1gF Garmin InReach Mini 2 and Zoleo via https://a247.com.au/?coupon-code=ALLOFFROAD20&sc-page=shop Survival First Aid Home Work Kit: https://amzn.to/3x9ZUvV Snake Bit Kit: https://amzn.to/3XlAJRq Bluetti Solar Panel: https://www.bluettipower.com.au/products/bluetti-pv200-solar-panel?ref=alloffroad Ecoflow Delta 2 https://au.ecoflow.com/discount/alloffroad?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fdelta-2-solar-generators Thuraya Sat Phone: https://amzn.to/3M2TYwm Teltonica Rut 950 https://amzn.to/3FWPm7z Poynting Mimo Antenna: https://amzn.to/3QAayoN ============================= Camping Gear Helinox Savanna Chair https://a247.com.au/product/helinox-savanna-chair-blk-w-blue-frame/ Helinox Sunset Chair https://a247.com.au/product/helinox-sunset-chair-black/ Oztent Bunker Pro: https://amzn.to/3hCiM1V Flextail Tiny Pump 2x https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2279498&u=2865424&m=127720&urllink=&afftrack= Flextail Zero Pump https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2557799&u=2865424&m=127720&urllink=&afftrack= Teton Blanket https://amzn.to/3OTg0mx ============================= Lights & Torches Nebo Luxtreme SL100 https://amzn.to/3KYnhPx OLIGHT Olantern Classic 2 https://amzn.to/3H4XMec Decathlon cheap but good head torch https://decathlon.com.au/products/rechargeable-trekking-head-torch-trek-100-usb-120-lumens?variant=40916731035759 Lazer Sentinel Elite 7" https://www.lazerlamps.com.au/sentinel-7-elite.html Lazer Liner 36" https://www.lazerlamps.com.au/linear-36.html ============================= Camera Gear: https://amzn.to/3QWOeqU