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Overview
GC30U-0P1J is the model of this series: rated current 4A, rated power 16.8W, typical efficiency 55%.
Features
- Charger for lead-acid batteries (flooded, Gel and AGM) and li-ion batteries (lithium iron and lithium manganese)(Note.1)
- Universal AC input / Full range
- With USA type 6FT power cord(2pin)
- Class II power (without earth pin)
- No load power consumption <1.0W
- Constant current and voltage(CC,CV mode)
- Suitable for continue load
- For high surge current equipment
- Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temp.
- 2 colors LED indicate for charging status
- Fully enclosed plastic case
- High reliability
- Approvals: UL / CUL / EAC / CB / FCC
- 2 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- SAFETY MODEL NO.
- GC30U-0
- DC VOLTAGE SET ATNote.3
- 4.2V
- RATED CURRENT
- 4A
- CURRENT RANGE
- 0 ~ 4A
- RATED POWER
- 16.8W
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.4
- 50mVp-p
- CHARGING VOLTAGE RANGENote.5
- 3.6 ~ 4.4V
- LINE REGULATIONNote.6
- ±1.0%
- LED INDICATOR
- Green LED ON < 100mA, Red LED ON > 250mA
- SETUP, RISE, HOLD UP TIME
- 200ms, 50ms, 16ms at full load
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGE
- 90 ~ 264VAC 127 ~ 370VDC
- FREQUENCY RANGE
- 47 ~ 63Hz
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 55%
- AC CURRENT
- 0.7A / 100VAC; 0.35A/ 230VAC
- INRUSH CURRENT (max.)
- 40A / 230VAC
- LEAKAGE CURRENT(max.)
- 0.25mA / 240VAC
PROTECTION
- OVERLOAD
- 90 ~ 110% Constant current mode and over 300% pulsing mode Protection type : Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 110 ~ 135% rated output voltage Protection type : Clamp by zener diode
- OVER TEMPERATURE
- IC1_Tj > 130℃ Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- 0 ~ +50℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -20 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.03% / ℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, period for 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- UL62368-1, CSA22.2, EAC TP TC 004 approved
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:3KVAC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
- Compliance to FCC part 15 Class B, EAC TP TC 020
- EMC IMMUNITY
- Compliance to EAC TP TC 020
OTHERS
- DIMENSION
- 108*67*36mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 405g; 36pcs / 16.5kg / CARTON
CONNECTOR
- PLUG
- Standard type P1J: 2.1ψ * 5.5ψ * 11mm, tuning fork type center positive for stock ; Other type available by customer requested
- CABLE
- Standard type 18Awg UL1185 6ft and 4ft for 4.2V~8.4V output only for stock ; Other type available by customer requested
Test conditions and notes6
- 1.Modification for charger specification may be required for different battery specification. Please contact battery vendor and MEAN WELL for details.
- 2.All parameters are specified at 115VAC input, rated load, 25℃ 70% RH ambient.
- 3.DC voltage: The output voltage set at point measure by plug terminal & 0% load.
- 4.Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz by using a 12" twisted pair terminated with a 0.1uf & 47uf capacitor.
- 5.Output charging voltage range is measured from 0% to 100% rated load.
- 6.Line regulation is measured from low line to high line at rated load.
Technical drawings
Downloads
Certificates5
Catalogues1
FAQ
What type of battery charger is the Mean Well GC30U-0P1J?
The GC30U-0P1J is a 16.8W power adaptor with charger function rated for 4.2V output at 4A. The datasheet states it is suitable for lead-acid batteries, including flooded, gel, and AGM types, as well as lithium iron and lithium manganese lithium-ion batteries. It operates in constant current and constant voltage modes.
What are the key electrical specifications of the GC30U-0P1J?
This model is rated at 16.8W with a 4.2V DC output and 4A rated current. Its input range is universal, supporting 90 to 264VAC or 127 to 370VDC. Typical efficiency is 55%.
Is the GC30U-0P1J suitable for portable or space-limited applications?
Yes. The charger has compact dimensions of 108 x 67 x 36 mm, which makes it practical for portable use. Its listed weight is 405 g, so it is relatively easy to handle and deploy in mobile equipment contexts.
What protection features are included on this charger?
The GC30U-0P1J includes overload, over-voltage, and over-temperature protection. The over-voltage protection operates at 110% to 135% of rated output voltage and is a zener diode clamp; overload and over-temperature protection recover automatically once the fault is removed. These protections help support reliable operation in demanding use cases.
Can this charger be used in a wide range of operating environments?
It is rated for operation from 0°C to 50°C, with reference to the derating curve in the product data. The unit also supports universal AC input, which helps it fit a broad range of commercial power environments. Buyers should still confirm that their application stays within the published temperature and input limits.
How can buyers confirm charging status on the GC30U-0P1J?
This model includes a red/green LED indicator for charging status. Red shows the battery is charging (output above 250mA) and green shows float charging (output below 100mA), making it easy to monitor charger state at a glance during normal use.
What certifications and compliance approvals does this model have?
The datasheet lists safety approval to UL62368-1, CSA22.2, and EAC TP TC 004. EMC emission complies with FCC Part 15 Class B and EAC TP TC 020, and EMC immunity with EAC TP TC 020. These details are useful for buyers evaluating regulatory fit for commercial procurement.
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