Description
20 amp LiFePO4 charger for fast charging of larger batteries. Optimal for Dakota Lithium 54Ah, 100Ah, and 170Ah batteries. All 12 volt Dakota Lithium batteries should be charged using a LiFePO4 compatible charger.
Key Features
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Ultra-Fast Charging: Delivers 20A of power for quick and efficient charging of 12V lithium (LiFePO4) batteries.
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Waterproof Design: Fully waterproof for reliable use in marine and outdoor environments.
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Smart Charging Technology: Optimizes charging for safety and extends battery life.
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Easy Installation: Compact and designed for convenient onboard mounting.
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Durable and Robust: Built to withstand harsh conditions and heavy use.
Specifications
12 volt lithium batteries: We highly reccomend you use a LiFePO4 compatible charger. 12v chargers for lead acid batteries may work, but will decrease performance and lifespan of the battery.
Charger rating: INPUT 100-120VAC, 50/60HZ. OUTPUT: 14.4 volts, 20.0 amps
Dimensions: 5.67" x 6.22" x 2.72" (44mm x W:158mm x H: 69mm)
Terminal Connections: Anderson SB 50 connections make it easy to connect your charger to the battery. Install the ring terminals using the bolts on your terminals. Bolt black to your black terminal. Red to your red terminal. Do not short circuit. Then connect the charger via the Anderson plug when you need to charge. Red light on the charger will turn on when charging. Light turns green when the battery is full.
Smart BMS communication: Charger will restart or "wake up" a Dakota Lithium BMS that has turned off a battery due to short circuit or excessive amp draw. Simply connect the charger to the battery to initiate a restart.
How fast will my battery charge?: Charges at a rate of 20 amps. To determine your charging speed take the amp hour rating of your battery and divide by 20. For example, a 54 amp hour battery (Ah) would charge in 2.5 hours.
Can I charge my battery faster?: For most applications a charging time of 3 - 10 hours provides the longest lifespan for your battery. But if you have an application where you need rapid charging Dakota Lithium batteries can be safely charged in up to 1 hour (at a rate of 1C). For example, you could use a 20 amp charger with a 23 Ah battery for a 1 hour charge time. Charging at a 1 hour rate does reduce the lifespan over time. In our laboratory testing we found that the longest lifespan for Dakota Lithium batteries was at a charging speed of 0.3C or less (we recommend that the charger amp rating is 1/3 or less of the battery amp hour rating for longest lifespan).
Waterproof Rating: IP67
What voltage should LiFePO4 batteries be charged at?: 14.4 volts is recommended for Dakota Lithium (LiFePO4) batteries. This charger charges at 14.4 volts.
Recommendation: The 12V 20a charger is great for DL+ 12V 60Ah, DL+ 12V 135Ah, DL+ 12V 320Ah
Shipping & Returns
We do not ship internationally nor do we ship to Alaska, Hawaii, US Protectorates, P.O. Boxes, APO, FPO, or DPO addresses.
All orders must have a valid street address. Delivery to remote areas may incur additional costs up to $50-$200. Some remote locations deliveries may not be possible and alternative arrangements will need to be made which may incur additional charges.
It takes 1 to 2 days to process your order once it is received.
After your order leaves the warehouse, it typically takes 5 to 7 days to receive your product.
Dakota Lithium offers a 30 day money back guarantee if you are unsatisfied and would like to return your purchase. There is a 5% restocking fee and the purchaser is responsible for return shipping fees. Please contact sales@solarsunscape to receive a RMA authorization prior to returning it.
How to ship a product back:
For all returns, DOT and FAA regulations require that lithium batteries ship via sturdy, specially-marked boxes with static-free wrapping. All battery returns must be shipped in UN-spec boxes and packaged according to federal regulations. Packaging is available from your local UPS Store or Fedex/Kinkos store.
Warranty
Dakota Lithium stands behind the quality of their products:
11 year manufacturer defect warranty on all batteries. If a mistake was made in building your battery they will repair or replace it.
1 year warranty on chargers, powerbox case, and accessories.
