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Mean Well RPB-1600-24 Battery Chargers 1600W 28.8V 55A - 3 Stage W/PFC
Overview
RPB-1600-24 is the model of this series: typical efficiency 92.5%.
RPB-1600 is a 1.6KW single output AC/DC charger with a high power density up to 25W/inch³. Three embedded charging curves, specifically for the lead-acid batteries, are built into each model. Thanks to the communication protocol, PMBus, and CANBus one spare curve can be further accommodated to fit other types of batteries such as the li-ion batteries. Each model is cooled by the thermostatically controlled fan. Moreover, RPB-1600 provides various protection mechanisms, offering the best safety for diversified applications.
Features
- Charger for lead-acid batteries (Gel, flooded and AGM) and Li-ion batteries (lithium iron and lithium manganese)
- Built-in default 3 stage charging curves and programmable curve
- Built-in I2C interface, PMBus protocol (Optional CANBus protocol)
- Universal AC input / Full range (Withstand 300VAC surge input for 5 seconds)
- Built-in active PFC function
- Forced air cooling by built-in DC fan
- Output voltage and current programmable
- Built-in OR-ing FET
- Active current sharing up to 4800W(2+1)
- Protections: Battery under voltage / Battery no connection / Short circuit / Over voltage / Over temperature
- Optional conformal coating
- 5 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- BOOST CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vboost)(default)
- 28.8V
- FLOAT CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vfloat)(default)
- 27.6V
- CONSTANT CURRENT(CC)(default)
- 55A
- VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGEBy built-in potentiometer, SVR (Note 5)
- 23.5 ~ 30V
- RECOMMENDED BATTERY CAPACITY(AMP HOURS)Note.3
- 180 ~ 550Ah
- LEAKAGE CURRENT FROM BATTERY (Typ.)Note.8
- <45mA
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.4
- 90 ~ 264VAC 250 ~ 370VDC
- FREQUENCY RANGE
- 47 ~ 63Hz
- POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
- 0.97/230VAC at full load
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 92.5%
- AC CURRENT (Typ.)Note.4
- 15A/115VAC 8.5A/230VAC
- INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.)
- COLD START 35A/230VAC
- LEAKAGE CURRENT
- <2mA / 240VAC
PROTECTION
- OVER VOLTAGEProtection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
- 31.5 ~ 37.5V
- OVER TEMPERATURE
- Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down
FUNCTION
- AUXILIARY POWER
- 5V @ 0.3A, 12V @ 0.8A
- REMOTE ON-OFF CONTROL
- By electrical signal or dry contact Power ON:short Power OFF:open. Please refer to Function Manual
- OUTPUT VOLTAGE PROGRAMMABLE(PV)Note 5
- Adjustment of output voltage is allowable to 75 ~ 125% of nominal output voltage. Please refer to the Function Manual.
- OUTPUT CURRENT PROGRAMMABLE(PC)Note 5
- Adjustment of output current is allowable to 20 ~ 100% of rated current. Please refer to the Function Manual.
- TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION
- -3mV / ℃ / cell / (12V = 6 cells ; 24V = 12 cells ; 48V = 24 cells)
- ALARM SIGNAL
- Isolated signal output for T-alarm and DC OK
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- -30 ~ +70℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20 ~ 90% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -40 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 2G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- UL62368-1, TUV BS EN/EN62368-1, EAC TP TC 004 approved
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:3KVAC I/P-FG:2KVAC O/P-FG:1.5KVAC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
- Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Conduction Class B, Radiation Class A ; BS EN/EN61000-3-2,-3, EAC TP TC 020
- EMC IMMUNITY
- Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN55035, EAC TP TC 020
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 457.7K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 100.3K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 300*85*41mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 2.1Kg;6pcs/13.6Kg/1.25CUFT
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- Large scale DC UPS or emergency back up system
- Marine battery charger module
- Electric scooter or vehicle charger station
- Wastewater treatment system
- Electrolysis system
Downloads
Certificates7
Test reports1
Catalogues1
FAQ
What is the Mean Well RPB-1600-24 designed for?
The Mean Well RPB-1600-24 is a 1600W battery charger built for industrial and B2B power applications. It is intended for charging lead-acid batteries, including gel, flooded, and AGM types, as well as Li-ion batteries using lithium iron or lithium manganese chemistries.
What are the output ratings of the RPB-1600-24?
This model provides a 28.8V output and a rated current of 55A. Its power rating is 1600W, which makes it suitable for higher-power battery charging applications that need substantial output capacity.
Does the RPB-1600-24 support different battery charging profiles?
Yes, the RPB-1600-24 includes built-in default 3-stage charging curves and also supports a programmable charging curve. That makes it more flexible than fixed-profile chargers when battery chemistry or charging requirements vary by application.
Is the RPB-1600-24 compatible with both lead-acid and lithium battery types?
Yes, this charger is specified for lead-acid batteries including gel, flooded, and AGM, and for Li-ion batteries using lithium iron and lithium manganese chemistries. Buyers should still confirm that the selected charging curve matches the battery requirements for the application.
Can the RPB-1600-24 be used in demanding temperature conditions?
The RPB-1600-24 is rated for operation from -30°C to 70°C. It also uses forced-air cooling with a built-in DC fan, which supports use in more demanding industrial environments within its specified temperature range.
Does the RPB-1600-24 support system communication or monitoring features?
Yes, this model includes a built-in I²C interface and PMBus protocol support, with optional CANBus protocol noted in the product description. These features make it better suited for integrated power systems that require communication and control capabilities.
Can multiple RPB-1600-24 units be used in higher-power systems?
Yes, the product description states active current sharing up to 4800W in a 2+1 configuration. This is a useful feature for applications that need higher total charging capacity or redundancy beyond a single 1600W unit.
What warranty is offered with the Mean Well RPB-1600-24?
The RPB-1600-24 is listed with a 5-year warranty period. That warranty term can be an important consideration for industrial buyers evaluating long-term support and lifecycle value.
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Other RPB-1600 Models
2 other models| Model | Power | Battery Type | Battery Voltage | Charging Current | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well RPB-1600-48 Battery Chargers 1600W 57.6V 27.5A - 3 Stage W/PFC | 1600W | Lead Acid Battery | 48V | — | View |
| Mean Well RPB-1600-12 Battery Chargers 1600W 14.4V 100A - 3 Stage W/PFC | 1600W | Lead Acid Battery | 12V | — | View |
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