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20A In-Vehicle DC Battery Charger (Ignition Control)

SKU
BCDC1220-IGN
USD $399.00
In stock
Australian Made Premium Quality
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Product details
The REDARC BCDC1220-IGN is a multi-stage DC to DC dual battery charger which features technology capable of fully charging a lead acid auxiliary battery.
Product manuals and brochures
OVERVIEW

It’s designed for vehicles fitted with an ECU-controlled variable voltage alternator. The battery charger is designed to work with an operating range of 9-32V and gives the option for charging from either 12V or 24V vehicle systems.

Low voltage setting

The BCDC1220-IGN has a lower voltage setting and will continue to operate with a low input voltage from the alternator. Should the voltage get too low, the unit acts as a dual battery isolator and protects the start battery.

Built tough for all conditions

It’s compact in size and fully sealed to eliminate the risk of damage from dust, water, and vibration. It can handle the toughest trails and roughest terrains and can operate under extreme heat (up to 176°F). Plus,  fan cooling makes for a quiet operation. The DC-DC battery charger, charges AGM, gel, calcium content, VRLA, and standard lead acid batteries. The BCDC range charges your auxiliary battery banks to 100% state of charge while on the move and on to your next great adventure.*

*large capacity battery banks may require a few cycles to fully charge.

Need help?

For help in choosing the best dual battery setup for your needs use the free REDARC vehicle selector tool.

California residents: see Proposition 65 information

Specifications
More Information
Warranty 2 Years
gtin_barcode 9338628003112
brand REDARC
Battery Chemistry Standard Lead Acid, Calcium content, Gel, AGM or LiFePO4 type only
Continuous Rating 12A
Power Type - AC DC DC TO DC
Nominal Output Power 149W (12V vehicle) / 294W (24V vehicle)
Input Fuse Rating 17A to 23A (Not supplied)
Suitable For 12V Systems Yes
Suitable For 24V Systems Yes
MPPT Solar Regulator No
Cabin/ Canopy Install Yes
No Load Current <100mA
Trailer Install Yes
Engine Bay Install Yes
Max. Charging Voltage 15.3V
Output Fuse Rating 32A (Not supplied)
Operating Temperature -4°F to 176°F
Output Voltage 12V DC
Max. Rated Output Current 11A (12V vehicle) / 20A (24V vehicle)
Input Voltage 9 - 32V
Standby Current <5mA
Connector Type Bare wire
Weight 30 oz (450 g)
width 4.7" (120 mm)
height 1.5" (37 mm)
depth | length 3.9" (100 mm)
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Shipping

REDARC offers customers free freight on orders within the contiguous US states on all orders placed over $100 via the REDARC website. Alaska, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico have low fixed freight rates. All products have a 5 day lead time before shipment after which it will be shipped via our preferred shipping method.

Please note that your order will require a signature on delivery. Please monitor your tracking details to ensure you are present at your delivery address when your order is delivered.

Orders will be shipped from our distribution center in North Carolina, USA with delivery timeframes dependant on location.

Customers can contact REDARC at power@redarcelectronics.com for additional freight options and pricing. The REDARC site can only be used to ship orders to the US contiguous states, as well as orders to Alaska, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico.

Returns

The terms and conditions relating to ‘Return of goods’ set out in our Trading Terms will apply to all good purchased by you via the site. All goods purchased by you via the site also come with a manufacturer’s warranty found here.

A 100% Australian-owned company, we have met the needs of customers in transport and other industries through exciting, innovative thinking. We believe in total customer satisfaction and practice this by offering our customers: 

• Technical advice free of jargon and free of charge

• Prompt turnaround of orders 

• Friendly, personalized, professional service and product support In the unlikely event that a technical issue arises with a REDARC product, customers are encouraged to initially contact the REDARC Technical Support Team. 

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