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BATTERY CHARGERS

Type BC
Especially designed for marine use
These battery chargers have a four stage IUoU charge programme:
In the first Bulk charge stage, the battery receives a continuous maximum current charge. Once the battery is recharged to
approximately 75% of its full capacity, the charger switches automatically to a constant voltage Absorption stage for the
remaining 25%.
When the battery is fully charged, the charger will maintain this charge phase for 15 minutes (providing the charge is
under 6.25 % of the full charge current) and then switches over to the Float charge stage. In this stage the battery charger
maintains the full charge without overloading the battery. It compensates for self-discharge and “floats” any loads on the
battery.
After being in the float stage for 12 days, the charger implements the final Reconditioning stage. In this stage the charger
will switch to the Bulk stage for 85 minutes only, to ensure that the battery stays in optimum condition. With easy access
dipswitches, the maximum charge voltage can be adapted to suit the type of battery being charged. These chargers are
suitable for all AC power sources from 90 V to 265 V. The active Power Factor Correction feature takes care of any unwanted
line disturbances.
VETUS battery chargers are extensively tested, including a 2G vibration test, to meet our quality standards and ensure long
term operation. These new chargers are compatible with Lead Acid, Li-ion, Gel, AGM and Deep Cycle batteries, and can be
connected to a remote control panel (BCRC) and a battery temperature sensor (BCTS). The chargers have a separate alarm
contact and the fan speed can be adjusted for comfort reasons.
A trickle charger with maximum output of 2A is provided on models
BC12151, BC12252 and BC12352.

Specifications
• Universal AC input with active PFC (90 - 264 VAC)
• Compatible with Lead Acid, Li-ion, Gel and Deep Cycle batteries
• Remote control panel BCRC available as optional accessory
• Optional battery temperature sensor BCTS
• Voltage/temperature compensation
• High efficiency and high reliability
• Protection against short circuit/over voltage/over temperature

BC12...

BC24...

Dimensions Standard Boost Standard Float Max Single Output Number of
Type W x H x D Charge Voltage Charge Voltage Rated Current Limit Outputs
inches (mm) (V) (V) Current (A) (A)
1
3
BC12151 8 /16 x 3 /16 x 10 /16 (205 x 84 x 259) 14.4V / 14.7V 13.8 / 13.5 15 15 1 (1)
5
BC12252 8 /16 x 3 /16 x 10 /16 (205 x 84 x 259) 14.4V / 14.7V 13.8 / 13.5 25 25 2 (1)
5
1
3
BC12352 8 /16 x 3 /16 x 11 (205 x 87 x 279) 14.4V / 14.7V 13.8 / 13.5 35 35 2 (1)
7
1
BC24122 8 /16 x 3 /16 x 10 /16 205 x 84 x 259 28.8V / 29.4V 27.6 / 27 12.5 12.5 2
5
3
1
5
5
BC12503 9 /16 x 3 /16 x 11 /16 (237 x 90 x 288) 14.4V / 14.7V 13.8 / 13.5 50 40 3
9
BC24253 9 /16 x 3 /16 x 11 /16 (237 x 90 x 288) 28.8V / 29.4V 27.6 / 27 25 25 3
5
5
9
BC12803 9 /16 x 3 /16 x 11 /16 (237 x 90 x 288) 14.4V / 14.7V 13.8 / 13.5 80 40 3
5
9
5
BC24403 9 /16 x 3 /16 x 11 /16 (237 x 90 x 288) 28.8V / 29.4V 27.6 / 27 40 40 3
5
5
9
1
47
53
BCRC Remote control panel 2 /64 x 2 /4 (72 x 57 mm), cut-out size Ø 1 /64 (44 mm)
BCTS Battery temperature sensor
BCRC BCTS
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