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Mean Well RCB-1600-12 battery charger 1600W 14.4V 100A

charger for lead-acid and Li-ion batteries, output voltage and current programmable, support hot swap

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RCB-1600-12

$451.54 USD

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Description

RCB-1600 series is a single output 1600W AC/DC charger with 1U low profile (41mm). It is an intelligent charger with embedded charging curves which are programmable. Users are also able to adjust the charging voltage and current via the built-in potentiometer, output programmable functions, PMBus, or CANBus to charge different types of batteries, such as lead-acid batteries and li-ion batteries. Various protection mechanisms as well as the temperature compensation function are provided to assure the normal and safe operations. The rack-mountable attribute allows RCB-1600 to perfectly suit the charging, backup or constant current source applications exploiting the rack architecture or central management.

Features

Charger for lead-acid batteries (Gel
flooded and AGM) and Li-ion batteries (lithium iron and lithium manganese)
Built-in default 3 stage charging curves and programmable curve • Built-in I2C interface
PMBus protocol (Optional CANBus protocol)
Output voltage and current programmable
Universal AC input / Full range (Withstand 300VAC surge input for 5 seconds)
Built-in active PFC function
Forced air cooling by built-in DC fan
Built-in OR-ing FET
support hot swap (hot plug)
Active current sharing up to 8000W for one 19" rack shelf
Protections: Battery under voltage / Battery no connection / Short circuit / Over voltage / Over temperature
Optional conformal coating
5 years warranty

Applications

Large scale DC UPS or emergency backup system
Marine battery charger module
Electric scooter or vehicle charger station
Wastewater treatment system
Electrolysis system

Specifications

Brand

Mean Well
Series

RCB Series
Power Rating

1440 Watt
Output Voltage

14.4 Volt
Rated Current

100 Ampere
Input Voltage

90V~264V
No of Output

1
Standards Met

CB,CE,EAC,TUV,UL
Operation Mode

Constant Voltage
Operating Temperature

-30°C~70°C
Warranty

5 Year
Length

11.81 in
Width

3.35 in
Height

1.61 in
Weight

4.12 lb

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mean Well RCB-1600-12 designed for?

The RCB-1600-12 is a high-power AC/DC battery charger built for 14.4V battery charging applications. It is intended for industrial and commercial use cases that need up to 100A charging current in a compact 1U low-profile format.

What are the main output specifications of the RCB-1600-12?

This model is rated for 14.4V output and 100A current. The product name identifies it as a 1600W-class charger, while the provided power rating is listed as 1440W.

What battery types is the RCB-1600-12 compatible with?

According to the product description, the RCB-1600-12 can be used with different battery types including lead-acid batteries and lithium-ion batteries. It supports programmable charging behavior, which helps adapt the charger to different battery requirements.

How flexible is the charging control on the RCB-1600-12?

The RCB-1600-12 is described as an intelligent charger with embedded programmable charging curves. Users can adjust charging voltage and current through the built-in potentiometer, output programmable functions, PMBus, or CANBus.

Is the RCB-1600-12 suitable for demanding temperature conditions?

This charger has a specified operating temperature range of -30°C to 70°C. The product description also notes a temperature compensation function, making it better suited for demanding industrial environments than basic fixed-output chargers.

What are the physical and lifecycle considerations for this model?

The RCB-1600-12 uses a 1U low-profile design with a height of 41mm, which is useful where space efficiency matters. Its listed weight is 1.87 kg, and it carries a 5-year warranty.

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