DC-DC charger
REDARC BCDC1240D Dual Input 40A: 12 V specs and what it works with
The REDARC BCDC1240D Dual Input 40A is rated for 40 A of charge output maker spec, about 568 Wh per hour of driving at 14.2 V calculated. That is within the max charge current of 12 of 12 batteries we list. Data updated .
Battery charge-current check
Install and wire it exactly as the maker's manual says; we don't size alternators, cables or fuses. The check compares the charger's rated output with each battery's published max charge current (one battery). See the alternator and DC-DC check.
| Model | Charge current |
|---|---|
| Battle Born BB10012 100Ah 12V | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| Battle Born BB10012H 100Ah 12V Heated | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| Epoch 12V 100Ah Group 24 | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| Epoch 12V 105Ah Heated Bluetooth (Essential) | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| Epoch 12V 300Ah Heated Bluetooth Group 31 | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| Epoch 12V 460Ah V2 Elite (heated) | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| LiTime 12V 100Ah LiFePO4 | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| LiTime 12V 320Ah Mini Bluetooth | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| Redodo 12V 100Ah Ultra Mini Bluetooth (Group 22NF) | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| Redodo 12V 200Ah Plus | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| SOK SK12V100PC 100Ah 12V (Bluetooth) | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
| SOK SK12V206H 206Ah 12V (heated, Bluetooth) | WorksThe DC-DC charger's rated output is within the bank's published max charge current. |
Specs
| output a | 40 maker spec |
|---|---|
| max input a | Not published by the maker |
| efficiency pct | Not published by the maker |
| engine run detect | Not published by the maker |
| ignition input | Not published by the maker |
| profiles | Standard Lead Acid, Calcium, Gel, AGM, LiFePO4 maker spec |
| input v › min | 9 maker spec |
| input v › max | 32 maker spec |
| lithium v | Not published by the maker |
| mppt › present | true maker spec |
| mppt › max pv v | 32 maker spec |
| mppt › max pv w | Not published by the maker |
| nominal v | 12 maker spec |
Notes on the sources
REDARC's Australian product page. Nominal output power is listed as 600W. The page also lists input/output fuse ratings, which we don't reproduce here; see REDARC's instruction manual.
In the maker's words
“Suitable for 12 or 24-volt vehicle systems, the unit will also work with either standard or variable/smart alternators.” (smart alternator quote; source)
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See it at the maker for REDARC BCDC1240D Dual Input 40ASources
- www.redarcelectronics.com (nominalV; spec), read
- www.redarcelectronics.com (outputA; spec), read
- www.redarcelectronics.com (inputV.max, inputV.min; spec), read
- www.redarcelectronics.com (smartAlternatorQuote; spec), read
- www.redarcelectronics.com (profiles; spec), read
- www.redarcelectronics.com (mppt.present; spec), read
- www.redarcelectronics.com (mppt.maxPvV; spec), read