With so many people looking to get out and explore the country, overlanding and boondocking is becoming increasingly common. It’s easy to see why; secluded campsites in the middle of nowhere, no phone reception, no one else around for miles and it doesn’t cost you anything. If you’re looking to get into boondocking, one of the most common upgrades people do is going from a single battery to a dual battery system.
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 features sealed electronics 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
| Warranty | 2 Years |
|---|---|
| gtin_barcode | 9338628003112 |
| brand | REDARC |
| Battery Chemistry | Not suitable for Lithium (LiFePO4) |
| 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 | 15.9 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.
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