IN-VEHICLE DC-DC BATTERY CHARGER

The DCC Pro In-Vehicle DC-DC Battery Charger was developed for the purpose of charging and maintaining any auxiliary battery in an installation where the starting battery is used as the supply source. It has been designed for use in 4WDs, RVs, buses, coaches, caravans, campers or any vehicle with a 12VDC electrical system.

The DCC Pro is built for our tough Australian conditions. Unlike many imported products, particularly those produced for the European market, it is designed to maintain output in the harshest of environments under the highest ambient temperatures.

The DCC Pro is a standalone power conversion device. It will manage a variety of different battery types according to their specific charging requirements. As no modification to the vehicle’s original wiring is required this ensures the manufacturer’s electrical system is not compromised in any way.

The DCC Pro is a highly innovative product with many unique features. It has the flexibility to adapt to almost any vehicle, old or new, simple or complex with or without an ECU controlled electrical system and even allows the operator monitor the charging status from the comfort of the cabin!

ELECTRONIC BATTERY ISOLATOR

The EBI Pro is an electronic battery isolator aimed at replacing out-dated “electro-mechanical” type devices. Boasting features never before seen in dual battery isolators, the EBI Pro is designed to provide 4WD and RV users with real advantage and years of service.

In many vehicles, particularly 4WD or RV applications, there is a requirement to automatically charge a second (or auxiliary) battery from the starting (or main) battery. This is a well proven concept and is usually only limited by the constraints of the device used in the installation. These constraints have now been overcome by the introduction of the EBI Pro.

The EBI Pro is a revolution in dual battery control devices. Unlike conventional electro-mechanical isolators the EBI Pro is solid state. Solid state means no moving parts. There are no contacts to vibrate, chatter, arc, wear and ultimately – fail. The MOSFET based topology of the EBI Pro is proven. Reliability, durability and longevity are built in.

The solid state aspect is just the beginning. Designed on the back of the ground-breaking PSR, the EBI Pro is also adjustable in terms of voltage and time delay. This provides the installer or operator with the means to customise the EBI Pro for the application rather than suffer the ‘one size fits all’ philosophy from manufacturers of traditional devices.

VOLTAGE SENSING RELAYS

Voltage sensing relays have existed in one form or another for many years. They are commonly used to automatically replace the traditional manual process of controlling the charge function between batteries or battery banks, thus eliminating the risk of over/under charging.

interVOLT takes this process to a whole new level. The innovative design of the interVOLT PSR replaces traditional electro-mechanical relay devices used in 12/24 Volt DC applications by removing all mechanical parts to produce a completely solid state product with a myriad of added features.

In short, the PSR is a user adjustable voltage sensing relay in terms of voltage and time delay parameters. It allows the user to choose the voltage they want for switching loads on and off rather than be restricted to settings dictated by manufacturers. The time delay allows the relay to activate only after a user specified time to prevent cyclic (threshold) switching.

In addition the PSR is electrically isolated (contact to load), non-polarised and bi-directional, features previously unheard of in any other solid state relay devices. Additionally the PSR has the major benefit of being able to change from normally open or normally closed, all literally, at the touch of a button.

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SMART START SBI 12V 100A

The REDARC Smart Start® SBI2 is a microprocessor-controlled battery isolator used in dual battery systems as a solenoid priority system. It will protect the start battery from excessive discharge, whilst allowing the auxiliary battery to supply non-essential loads. The SBI2 provides 12 volt DC incorporating 100A of continuous ratings.

Power Saving Technology

The battery isolator is primarily used in 4WD and commercial vehicles and incorporates electronic components that will prevent the solenoid from generating high voltage transients. It is better than a diode battery isolator due to the voltage drop associated with diode type isolation. It features a low standby current draw and sophisticated fault detection and LED indication of operation to warn the user of faults including over-voltage, voltage drop and excessive current draw conditions.

The Smart Start SBI12 battery isolator is a safe way to charge a dual battery system.

Features

• Overmould design
• Compact in size and easy to install
• Silver contacts for longer life and suitable for marine applications
• Power saving technology
• Fault indication
• Fully surge protected

SMART START BATTERY ISOLATOR & WIRING KIT 12V

The Smart Start® Dual Battery Isolator and Wiring Kit (part number SBI12KIT) comes with everything required to install your Smart Start® Dual Battery Isolator including the Smart Start® itself.

Perfectly suited to the DIYer, the SBI12KIT requires no crimping or soldering, it’s just plug and play.

The SBI12KIT features high quality MTA 60 amp fuses and fuse holders with the corresponding ring terminals already attached to the wires.

Features

• Prevents your secondary battery draining your main battery
• Significantly extends battery life saving you money
• Can be used in automotive and marine applications
• Suitable for harsh environments
• Easy to install complete kit
• Full instruction booklet

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20A IN-VEHICLE DC BATTERY CHARGER

The REDARC BCDC1220 is a 12 Volt 20 Amp In-vehicle DC to DC battery charger designed to keep your battery charged whilst driving. Featuring multi stage battery charging, the system charges your auxiliary battery from your vehicle to a proven 100%.

The BCDC charger will work from a wide operating range (9 – 32V) giving the option of charging from both 12V and 24V vehicle systems.

By providing a unique charging profile to each specific battery type, the smart charger is able to achieve and maintain 100% charge for your auxiliary battery. You can charge your auxiliary battery no matter what your battery is.

Proven and Tested

Compact in size, easy to install and fully sealed - water, dust and vibration are no match for the in-vehicle DC DC charger. It can handle the roughest tracks in outback Australia and even deep water crossings at Cape York. The BCDC DC to DC battery charger is suitable for installation in harsh environments or marine applications.

With an ever increasing number of electrical accessories and devices being used when travelling around Australia, along with more complex vehicle electrical systems than seen in years gone by, having the right DC battery charger has never been more important.

Designed, built and tested in Australia for our unique conditions, the BCDC in-vehicle DC to DC charger won’t let you down. 

Features

• Multi Stage DC to DC Battery Charger
• Start Battery Isolator
• Fully sealed
• No fan for super quiet operation
• Charges AGM, Gel, Calcium content, VRLA and Standard Lead Acid batteries

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DUAL INPUT 40A IN-VEHICLE DC BATTERY CHARGER 

The REDARC BCDC1240D In-vehicle Battery Charger is the next generation in REDARC's DC to DC charging technology, with additional features that make it the most advanced dual battery charger on the market.

Featuring a Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) solar regulator, the BCDC1240D will charge from both solar and the alternator simultaneously. With built-in 'Green Power Priority' it will select solar charging first, meaning less load on the alternator.

Suitable for 12 or 24-volt vehicle systems, the unit will also work with either standard or variable/smart alternators.

The BCDC1240D also comes with patented charging profiles, including a lithium charging profile. The 'Dual' input range will continue to charge all other types of batteries including AGM, GEL, standard lead acid and calcium. 

As a guide, the BCDC1240D is used for battery bank sizes over 200AH. For smaller batteries of 75-200AH REDARC recommends the BCDC1225D. 

Proven and Tested

The award-winning technology in the BCDC has been independently verified and tested to ensure battery life is maximised, charging your battery to a proven 100%.

Built in Australia and tested for our unique conditions, the DC to DC battery charger will work in the extreme heat of the Simpson Desert, up to 80°C and can handle deep water crossings at Cape York – water, dust and vibration are no match for this charger.

If you’re heading out into the bush and want to get there and back again safely – you can trust REDARC.  

Features

• Separate DC and solar charging inputs
• Maximises the performance and life of your auxiliary battery
• Simultaneous DC and solar charging with Green Power Priority
• Suits 12V/24V standard and variable voltage/smart alternators
• Suitable for AGM, GEL, standard lead acid, calcium and LiFePO₄ batteries

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THE MANAGER30

The Manager30 is a complete battery management system for charging auxiliary batteries used in recreational automotive and marine applications. The dual battery system incorporates AC, DC and solar inputs to achieve the best charge for an auxiliary battery.

Developed with ease of installation in mind, The Manager30 is compatible with all vehicles and alternator systems including variable voltage alternators.

Whether you’re charging Lead Acid, Gel, Calcium, AGM or Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries, The Manager30 represents a complete DC to DC charging and maintenance solution. If you’re charging one auxiliary battery or more, The Manager30 will ensure they’re always fully charged, providing peace of mind when battery charge provides the power source for the comforts of home whilst travelling around Australia.

The Manager30 operates like 6 separate products, it charges an auxiliary battery from the vehicle while on the move, it’s a 240 volt charger, a solar regulator, a battery isolator, a load disconnect controller, all with a remote battery monitor, making it market leading.

Charging lithium batteries

Lithium batteries have improved storage capacity relative to size and weight. They do however require specific charging conditions in order to operate correctly and the battery itself must have an in-built cell management system. REDARC have designed a charging profile within The Manager30 to complement these in-built systems.

Green power priority

The Manager30 is designed to charge an auxiliary battery from multiple sources simultaneously. If 12 volt solar power is available, solar power will be used before topping up the output charging current from another source mains (if available) or DC vehicle power when on the move.

MPPT solar regulator

The built-in Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) solar regulator allows The Manager30 to deliver the maximum amount of power from portable solar panels, even during low light conditions.

Remote monitor

Designed to show you auxiliary battery information and charge status. You can customise how your battery is charged and monitor where the charge is coming from. A user-friendly, graphical display monitor lets you know what’s going on, keeping you in control at all times.

Features

• Multi Stage AC-DC Battery Charger
• Multi Stage DC to DC Charger
• Maximum Power Point Tracking Solar Regulator
• Battery Monitor
• Dual Battery Isolator
• Load Disconnect Controller
• Super quiet operation
• Charges AGM, Gel, Calcium content, VRLA, Standard Lead Acid and LiFePO₄ batteries
• Tested to mains power safety standards in Australia