The BCD180 Battery Charger can be configured to run from a 24V, 32V, 48V or 72 VDC power systems to provide output voltages as shown below. The BCD180 Series Battery Chargers features reverse input protection, current limiting, output over-voltage protection, ultra quiet low EMI operation and a wide operating temperature range. We are confident that you will get many years of reliable service from this DC Source Battery Charger.

Features

• Input voltage range allows operation from 24, 32, 48, or 72VDC power systems
• Extremely rugged and well suited for marine and other demanding environments
• High tolerance for shock and vibration
• Ultra-quiet low EMI operation
• Inrush protection
• Current limiting protection
• Reverse input protection
• High Efficiency
• Output over-voltage crowbar
• Remote control option
• Wide-Temperature Operation Available
• Conformal Coating and/or Harsh Environment Ruggedization Available
• 3 year parts and labour warranty

Applications

• Marine & other rugged environments
• Mobile Offices (TV and Radio Vans)
• High tolerance for shock and vibration
• Electric Utilities and Substations
• Base Station Power (Radio & Telecommunications)
• Industrial Controls (OEM Applications)
• Field Work / Construction Sites
• Solar / Alternative Power Systems
• Emergency Backup Power (UPS)

Electrical [Input]

Input Volts (ip)	32	48	72
Actual (Vdc)	20-45	40-65	65-100
Input Amps (Max)	13.6	6.8	4.3
Input Fuse (MDA)	15	10	5
Noise on Input	< 10mV

Electrical [Output]

Output Nominal (op)	12	24
Output Volts (DC)	13.6 ± 0.05	27.2 ± 0.05
Output Amps	15 cont. / 18 peak	7.5 cont. / 9.0 peak
Output Crowbar	16.0 ± 0.5V	32.0 ± 1.0V
Output Ripple & Noise	< 10mV
Transient Response	< 1.0V for 50% surge
Regulation (Line & Load)	< ± 0.5%
Duty Cycle	Peak 20% for 10 min maximum Continuous 100% for 24 hours per day
Efficiency	> 90% @ Maximum Output

Environmental Specification

Operating Temp. Range	-25° to +40°C @ maximum output Derate Linearly 2.5% per °C from 40°C (Optional -40°C extra wide temp. operation avail.)
Humidity	0 - 95°C Relative Humidity (non-condensing) with optional conformal coating
Audible Noise	NONE Ødb @ 3 ft
Typical Service Life	>10 years (87,600 hours)
Isolation	Input-Case & input-output 1500VDC Output - Case 1500VDC(500VDC @ 32V Input)

Mechanical Specification

Length	7.9 in / 20.1 cm
Width	6.0 in / 15.2 cm
Height	2.4 in / 6.1 cm
Material	Marine Grade Aluminium
Finish	Black Anodize / Powder Epoxy Coat
Fastenings	All 18-8 Stainless Steel
Weight	4.0 lb / 1.8 kg
Connections	Four contact output terminals
Warranty	3 years