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Mean Well RPB-1600-48 Battery Chargers 1600W 57.6V 27.5A - 3 Stage W/PFC

Name: Mean Well RPB-1600-48 Battery Chargers 1600W 57.6V 27.5A - 3 Stage W/PFC
Brand: Mean Well
SKU: RPB-1600-48
Price: 440.79 USD
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suitable for lead-acid and Li-ion batteriesbuilt-in default 3 stage charging curvebuilt-in I²C interfacePMBus protocolactive current sharing up to 4800W

SKU RPB-1600-48

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Overview

RPB-1600-48 is the model of this series: typical efficiency 93.5%.

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

RPB-1600-48Specifications from the official datasheet (2026-06-15 edition)

OUTPUT

BOOST CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vboost)(default): 57.6V
FLOAT CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vfloat)(default): 55.2V
CONSTANT CURRENT(CC)(default): 27.5A
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE^{By built-in potentiometer, SVR (Note 5)}: 47.5 ~ 58.8V
RECOMMENDED BATTERY CAPACITY(AMP HOURS)^Note.3: 90 ~ 270Ah
LEAKAGE CURRENT FROM BATTERY (Typ.)^Note.8: <45mA

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE^Note.4: 90 ~ 264VAC 250 ~ 370VDC
FREQUENCY RANGE: 47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR (Typ.): 0.97/230VAC at full load
EFFICIENCY (Typ.): 93.5%
AC CURRENT (Typ.)^Note.4: 15A/115VAC 8.5A/230VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.): COLD START 35A/230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT: <2mA / 240VAC

PROTECTION

OVER VOLTAGE^{Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover}: 63 ~ 75V
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

RPB-1600-48 Block Diagram — Block Diagram

RPB-1600-48 Derating Curve — Derating Curve

RPB-1600-48 Mechanical Specification — Mechanical Specification

RPB-1600-48 ※AC Input Terminal Pin No. Assignment — ※AC Input Terminal Pin No. Assignment

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

Mean Well RCP-RCB-RSP-RPB-NSP-1600-RCB-1600NE-RHP-1U-RHP-8K1U-RHB-8K1U-TUV Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well RCP-RCB-RSP-RPB-1600-RCB-1600NE-RHP-1U-RHP-8K1U-RHB-8K1U-CB(TUV) Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well RSP-RPB-1600-EMC Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well RSP-1600-RPB-1600-CE-dec Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well RSP-1600-RPB-1600-UK-dec Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well E183223 UL Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well EAC Certificate PDF Download

Test reports1

Mean Well RPB-1600-48 Test Report PDF Download

Catalogues1

Mean Well Catalog (Industrial) PDF Download

FAQ

What type of batteries is the Mean Well RPB-1600-48 designed to charge?

The RPB-1600-48 is designed for lead-acid batteries, including gel, flooded, and AGM types, as well as Li-ion batteries using lithium iron and lithium manganese chemistries. It includes built-in default 3-stage charging curves and also supports a programmable charging curve for applications that need more flexibility.

What are the main output specifications of the RPB-1600-48?

This model is rated at 1600W with a 57.6V output and 27.5A rated current. Those specifications make it suitable for higher-power battery charging applications where a 57.6V charger is required.

Is the Mean Well RPB-1600-48 suitable for industrial or OEM battery charging applications?

Yes, this model is positioned for industrial and B2B use where higher power, programmable charging behavior, and communication capability matter. Features such as active PFC, programmable output voltage and current, and support for I2C and PMBus make it relevant for integrated equipment and professional charging systems.

Can the RPB-1600-48 be used in demanding temperature environments?

The specified operating temperature range is -30°C to 70°C, which supports use in a wide range of commercial and industrial environments. It also uses forced-air cooling with a built-in DC fan to support thermal performance under load.

What makes the RPB-1600-48 different from a basic battery charger?

Compared with a basic charger, the RPB-1600-48 adds built-in active PFC, programmable charging behavior, and digital communication support through I2C and PMBus, with optional CANBus protocol. It also includes an OR-ing FET and active current sharing up to 4800W in a 2+1 configuration, which is useful in more advanced power system designs.

Does the RPB-1600-48 support scalable higher-power systems?

Yes, the product description states active current sharing up to 4800W in a 2+1 arrangement. That makes this model a practical option for applications that need more charging capacity than a single 1600W unit can provide.

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