Victron Centaur Charger 24/40 Analog Battery Charger 40A 24V

Victron Centaur Charger for 24 V Batteries

The new Centaur range of battery chargers from Victron Energy has been developed for worldwide use.
Meeting general requirements and input/output specifications are the main features of this new product range, designed by the renowned Dutch manufacturer. It has been designed to meet both CE marking requirements for Europe and UL marking requirements for the United States.
The Centaur range automatically allows an input range from 90 to 265 VAC 50/60 Hz. This means the devices can be used worldwide.

Unlike other devices with universal input power, the Centaur series maintains full output power within the specified range.
The Centaur model also operates with an input power of 90-400 VDC. This makes it a DC-DC charging converter, perfectly suited for an electronic diesel system. Among other things, the model features a fully automatic three-stage charging characteristic, ensuring that the batteries are fully charged every time, as well as three separate charging outputs for equipment with multiple batteries, to suit most typical installations.

Durable device, quality without compromise
Aluminum housing with epoxy powder coating, drip protection against condensation and stainless steel fasteners resist the toughest conditions such as heat, humidity and salty atmosphere.
The circuit boards are safely protected against corrosion by an acrylic coating. Temperature sensors ensure that all power components operate within specified limits and, if necessary, automatically reduce the output current under extreme conditions.

Universal 90 to 265 Volt input
All models operate without special adjustment in a voltage range of 90 V to 265 V at both 50 Hz and 60 Hz. This allows for worldwide use, regardless of the voltage and frequency range of the local grid.

Three outputs, each with full output current
Three separate outputs for simultaneous charging of three battery banks. Each output provides the full current.

Three-stage charging characteristic with temperature compensation
Centaur first charges with constant current (bulk) until the charging current has dropped to 70% of the nominal value.
This is followed by a fixed four-hour constant voltage phase, at the end of which a float charge phase follows. The charging voltage is regulated via the internal temperature sensor (-2mV/°C per cell).
With a toggle switch, the optimal charging voltage values can be set for the respective battery types (e.g., wet lead-acid battery, gel battery or AGM battery).

Technical Data

Input voltage (V AC)	90-265
Power outputs	3
Charging current (A)	40
Recommended battery capacity (Ah)	160-400
Battery connections	M8 bolts
Weight	12 kg
Dimensions mm (HxWxD)	505x255x130

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