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Mean Well NPP-1200-12 1176W 12V Battery Charge& Power Supply 2-in-1, Selectable via Jumper 70A
Overview
NPP-1200-12 is the 14.4V output model of this series: rated current 70A, rated power 1176W, typical efficiency 92%.
NPP- 120 0 is a miniaturized dual-purpose charger and power supply. In addition to being used as a three-stage charger for lead-acid batteries, it can also be used as a constant voltage output power supply to drive general load. The operating mode can be quickly switched by plugging or unplugging a connector on the front panel. Other features include: ultra-wide voltage output, adjustable voltage via VR on the panel (10.5~21V, 21~42V, 42~80V), adjustable charging current (50~100%), built-in intelligent fan with variable speed based on temperature to reduce noise and extend fan lifetime, -30~+70° C wide operating temperature, suitability for use in different environments, built-in remote ON/OFF control, compliance to IEC/EN/UL62368-1 and household EN60335-1/-2-29 dual safety, multiple built-in protections, and 3-year warranty. The NPP- 120 0 is truly an intelligent, safe, and reliable universal dual-purpose charger and power supply with outstanding cost performance.
Features
- Multi-function single unit battery charger or power supply operation modes selectable
- Output voltage and current adjustable via potentiometer
- 3-stage charging curve for charging mode
- -30~+70℃ wide operating temperature
- Multiple protections: Short circuit / Over load / Over voltage / Over temperature
- Thermal controlled DC fan for noise reduction
- Remote ON-OFF control
- Comply with 62368-1+60335-1/-2-29 dual certification
- Suitable for lead-acid (Pb) batteries
- Carry handle accessory available (Order NO.:Carry handle, sold separately)
- 3 years warranty
Specifications
BATTERY CHARGER MODE (Default) - OUTPUT
- BOOST CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vboost)(default)
- 14.4V
- FLOAT CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vfloat)(default)Note.3: Float charge voltage(Vfloat) adjustable via potentiomerter in battery charger mode.
- 13.8V
- VOLTAGE ADJUSTABLE RANGE
- 10.5 ~ 21V (By built-in potentionmeter)
- MAX. OUTPUT CURRENT(CC)
- 70A
- CURRENT ADJUSTABLE RANGENote.3
- 35 ~ 70A (By built-in potentionmeter)
- MAX. POWER
- 1176W
- RECOMMENDED BATTERY CAPACITY (AMP HOURS)Note.4: This is MEAN WELL's suggested range. Please consult your battery manufacturer for their suggestions about maximum charging current limitation.
- 240 ~ 800AH
BATTERY CHARGER MODE (Default) - PROTECTION
- SHORT CIRCUITNote.7: This protection mechanism is specified for the case the short circuit occurs after the charger is turned on.
- Protection type : Constant current limiting, charger will shutdown after 5 sec, re-power on to recover
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 21.5 ~ 26V Protection type : Shut down and latch off o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- OVER TEMPERATURE
- Shut down O/P voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down
BATTERY CHARGER MODE (Default) - FUNCTION
- CHARGING STAGE
- 3 stage only
- CHARGER OK SIGNAL
- The TTL signal out, Charger OK = H(4.5 ~ 5.5V) ; Charger failure or protection status =L( -0.5 ~ +0.5V)
- BATTERY FULL SIGNAL
- The TTL signal out, Battery full = H(4.5 ~ 5.5V ); Charging = L(-0.5 ~ +0.5V)
- REMOTE CONTROL
- Open : Charger stop charging Short : Charger normal work
- FAN ON/OFF CONTROL
- Depends on internal temperature
OUTPUT
- DC VOLTAGE
- 14.4V
- VOLTAGE ADJUSTABLE RANGE
- 10.5 ~ 21V (By built-in potentionmeter)
- CURRENT ADJUSTABLE RANGE
- 35 ~ 70A
- RATED CURRENT
- 70A
- RATED POWER
- 1176W
- RIPPLE & NOISE(max.)
- 180mVp-p
- VOLTAGE TOLERANCE
- ±1.0%
- LINE REGULATION
- ±0.5%
- LOAD REGULATION
- ±1.0%
- SETUP, RISE TIME
- 1800ms, 60ms/230VAC at full load
- HOLD UP TIME (Typ.)
- 16ms/230VAC at 75% load 10ms/230VAC at full load
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.3
- 90 ~ 264VAC 127 ~ 370VDC
- FREQUENCY RANGE
- 47 ~ 63Hz
- POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
- PF>0.98/115VAC, PF>0.95/230VAC at full load
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)In battery charger mode measured at 16.8V charge voltage(12V model), 33.6V charge voltage(24V model), 67.2V charge voltage(48V model).
- 92%
- AC CURRENT (Typ.)
- 12A/115VAC 6.5A/230VAC
- INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.)
- COLD START 50A at 230VAC
PROTECTION
- OVERLOAD
- 105 ~ 115% rated output power Protection type : Constant current limiting, unit will shutdown after 5 sec, re-power on to recover
- SHORT CIRCUIT
- Protection type : Constant current limiting, unit will shutdown after 5 sec, re-power on to recover
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 21.5 ~ 26V Protection type : Shut down and latch off o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- OVER TEMPERATURE
- Shut down O/P voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down
FUNCTION
- REMOTE CONTROL
- Open : Power OFF Short : Power ON
- DC OK
- The TTL signal out, DC OK = H(4.5 ~ 5.5V) ; Power supply failure or protection = L(-0.5 ~ +0.5V)
- FAN SPEED CONTROL
- Depends on internal temperature
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -30 ~ +70℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -40 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.05%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃ )
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- CB IEC62368-1,IEC60335-1/2-29, Dekra BS EN/EN62368-1,BS EN/EN60335-1/2-29, UL62368-1, EAC TP TC 004 approved
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:3KVAC I/P-FG:2KVAC O/P-FG:0.5KVAC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
-
Parameter Standard Test Level Conducted BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Class B Radiated BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Class A Harmonic Current BS EN/EN61000-3-2 Class A Voltage Flicker BS EN/EN61000-3-3 - EMC IMMUNITY
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Parameter Standard Test Level ESD BS EN/EN61000-4-2 Level 3, 8KV air; Level 2, 4KV contact Radiated BS EN/EN61000-4-3 Level 2, 3V/m EFT / Burst BS EN/EN61000-4-4 Level 2, 1KV Surge BS EN/EN61000-4-5 Level 3, 1KV/Line-Line,Level 3, 2KV/Line-Earth Conducted BS EN/EN61000-4-6 Level 2, 3Vrms Magnetic Field BS EN/EN61000-4-8 Level 1, 1A/m Voltage Dips and Interruptions BS EN/EN61000-4-11 >95% dip 0.5 periods, 30% dip 25 periods, >95% interruptions 250 periods
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 625.1K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 63.6K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 250*158*67mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 1.93Kg; 4pcs/ 10Kg / 1.72CUFT
Test conditions and notes5
- 1. Modification for charger specification may be required for different battery specification. Please contact battery vendor and MEAN WELL for details.
- 2. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
- 3. Derating may be needed under low input voltages. Please check the derating curve for more details.
- 4. The PSU is considered a component which will be installed into a final equipment. All the EMC tests are been executed by mounting the unit on a 600mm*900mm metal plate with 1mm of thickness. The final equipment must be re-confirmed that it still meets EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.” (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf )
- 5. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- Radio system backup solution
- Electric scooter charger
- Camping car、Buses、Heavy duty truck、Specialty vehicles
- Surveillance system
- Industrial automation machinery
- Industrial control system
- Mechanical and electrical equipment
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Catalogues1
FAQ
What is the Mean Well NPP-1200-12 designed for?
The NPP-1200-12 is a 2-in-1 unit that can operate as either a battery charger or a power supply, depending on the selected mode. It is aimed at applications that need high output power in a miniaturized form factor. This model is also suitable for lead-acid battery charging.
What are the main output specifications of the NPP-1200-12?
This model is rated at 1176W with a nominal 14.4V output and 70A rated current. It also supports adjustable output voltage and output current via front-panel controls. That makes it useful where the load or charging profile needs some flexibility within the model's supported range.
Can the NPP-1200-12 be used only as a charger, or also as a power supply?
It is built for both roles. The unit supports battery charger mode with a 3-stage charging curve, and it can also be used as a standalone power supply. This dual-purpose design is one of the main differences between the NPP-1200-12 and a basic fixed-function supply.
What battery types is the NPP-1200-12 compatible with?
Based on the provided specifications, this model is suitable for lead-acid batteries. No other battery chemistries are stated in the product data. For that reason, buyers should match it specifically to lead-acid charging applications.
Is the output adjustable on the NPP-1200-12?
Yes. The product listing states that both output voltage and output current are adjustable, with current adjustable from 50% to 100%. The voltage adjustment ranges listed for the NPP-1200 series are ultra-wide and selected to suit the operating range of the unit.
Is the NPP-1200-12 suitable for demanding temperature environments?
Yes, this model is rated for operation from -30°C to +70°C. It also includes a thermal-controlled cooling fan to help reduce noise while supporting thermal management. Output derating applies at higher temperatures, so check the derating curve for your installation.
What protection and compliance features does the NPP-1200-12 include?
The NPP-1200-12 includes protection for short circuit, overload, over voltage, and over temperature conditions. It is also described as compliant with IEC/EN/UL 62368-1 and EN60335-1/-2-29 related safety standards, with approvals including CB, UL, DEKRA, and EAC. The unit is backed by a 3-year warranty.
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Other NPP-1200 Models
2 other models| Model | Power | Battery Type | Battery Voltage | Charging Current | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well NPP-1200-48 1209.6W 48V Battery Charge& Power Supply 2-in-1, Selectable via Jumper 18A | 1209.6W | Lithium and Lead Acid Battery | — | — | View |
| Mean Well NPP-1200-24 1209.6W 24V Battery Charge& Power Supply 2-in-1, Selectable via Jumper 36A | 1209.6W | Lithium and Lead Acid Battery | — | — | View |
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