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Mean Well GC120A12-AD1 Portable Chargers 102W 13.6V 7.5A - Green Adaptor

SKU GC120A12-AD1
$45.65 USD
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Overview

GC120A12-AD1 is the model of this series: rated power 102W, typical efficiency 86.5%.

Features

  • Charger for lead-acid batteries (flooded,Gel and AGM) and Li-ion batteries (lithium iron and lithium manganese) (Note.1)
  • 2 stage charging characteristic
  • Universal AC input / Full range
  • Built-in active PFC function, PF>0.97
  • No load power consumption<0.5W
  • 3 pole AC inlet IEC320-C14
  • Class I power ( with earth pin)
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temperature
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Fully enclosed plastic case
  • 2 color LED indicator for charging status
  • Approvals: UL / PSE / TUV / EAC / CB / FCC / CE / UKCA
  • 2 years warranty

Specifications

GC120A12-AD1Specifications from the official datasheet (2025-03-28 edition)

OUTPUT

SAFETY MODEL NO.
GC120A12
DC VOLTAGE (Typ.)
13.6V
RECOMMENDED BATTERY CAPACITYNote.3
40 ~ 100Ah
CONTINUOS OUTPUT CURRENT (Typ.)
7.5A
RATED POWER
102W
LED INDICATOR
Charging(CC) : RED Floating charging(CV) : GREEN

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGENote.4
85 ~ 264VAC 120 ~ 370VDC
FREQUENCY RANGE
47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
PF>0.97 / 230VAC PF>0.99 / 115VAC at full load
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
86.5%
AC CURRENT
1.4A / 115VAC 0.7A / 230VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (max.)
70A / 230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT(max.)
0.75mA / 240VAC

PROTECTION

OVERLOADNote.5
90 ~ 110% rated output power Protection type : Constant current limiting recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
SHORT CIRCUIT
Protection type : Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE
14 ~ 16.5V Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER TEMPERATURE
100℃ ± 10℃ (RTH2) detect on inside ambient temperature Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
-30 ~ +70℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
WORKING HUMIDITY
20% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-40 ~ +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 STANDARDSNote. 6
UL1012 (FOR GC120AXX-AD1 Only), TUV BS EN/EN62368-1, PSE J62368-1, 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 BS EN/EN55032 class B, FCC PART 15 / CISPR22 class B, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B), 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, light industry level, EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF
2707.9K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 400.5K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION
167*67*35mm (L*W*H)
PACKING
0.62Kg; 20pcs/13.4Kg/0.95CUFT

CONNECTOR

PLUG
See page 2 ; Other type available by customer requested
CABLE
See page 2 ; Other type available by customer requested
Test conditions and notes7
  1. 1. Modification for charger specification may be required for different battery specification. Please contact battery vendor and MEAN WELL for details.
  2. 2. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
  3. 3. This is MeanWell's suggested range, please consult your battery manufacturer for their suggestions about maximum charging current limitation.
  4. 4. Derating may be needed under low input voltage. Please check the derating curve for more details.
  5. 5. Constant current operation region is within 50~100% rated output voltage.
  6. 6. The power supply is considered a component which will be installed into a final equipment. The final equipment must be re-confirmed that it still meets EMC directives.(as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf )
  7. 7. 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

GC120A12-AD1 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
GC120A12-AD1 Plug Assignment
Plug Assignment
GC120A12-AD1 Derating Curve
Derating Curve

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FAQ

What is the output rating of the Mean Well GC120A12-AD1?

The GC120A12-AD1 is rated for 102W total output, with a nominal output of 13.6V DC and 7.5A continuous output current. That makes it suitable for 12V-class battery charging applications, with a recommended battery capacity of 40 to 100Ah.

Is the GC120A12-AD1 intended only as a charger, or can it also be used as a DC power supply?

The datasheet specifies this model as a battery charger, not as a general-purpose DC power supply. Its 13.6V output follows a 2-stage charging characteristic (constant current, then constant voltage float), so use as a stand-alone DC supply is not covered by the sheet.

How does the GC120A12-AD1 compare with a basic 12V power adapter?

Compared with a basic 12V adapter, the GC120A12-AD1 adds features such as PFC (power factor above 0.97 at 230VAC), 2-stage charging behavior, and built-in protections for short circuit, overload, over voltage, and over temperature. Its typical efficiency is 86.5%.

What should I check for compatibility before choosing the GC120A12-AD1?

Confirm that your battery suits 13.6V charging, ideally within the recommended 40 to 100Ah capacity, and check the battery maker's charging current limit against the 7.5A output. This model uses an Anderson connector (AD1), so connector compatibility should also be verified before purchase.

Can the GC120A12-AD1 be used in demanding temperature conditions?

The specified operating temperature range is -30°C to +70°C, with derating referenced at higher temperatures. That gives it a wider environmental range than many general-purpose indoor adapters, but the actual load capability at the temperature extremes should follow the product's derating guidance.

What input range and protection features does the GC120A12-AD1 include?

The unit supports a universal input range of 85 to 264VAC or 120 to 370VDC, which helps simplify use across different mains environments. It also includes protection for short circuit, overload, over voltage, and over temperature, with overload protection specified at 90 to 110% of rated output power using constant current limiting and auto-recovery.

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Mean Well GC120A12-AD1 Portable Chargers 102W 13.6V 7.5A - Green Adaptor
Mean Well

Mean Well GC120A12-AD1 Portable Chargers 102W 13.6V 7.5A - Green Adaptor

$45.65 USD

GC120A12-AD1 is the model of this series: rated power 102W, typical efficiency 86.5%.

Features

  • Charger for lead-acid batteries (flooded,Gel and AGM) and Li-ion batteries (lithium iron and lithium manganese) (Note.1)
  • 2 stage charging characteristic
  • Universal AC input / Full range
  • Built-in active PFC function, PF>0.97
  • No load power consumption<0.5W
  • 3 pole AC inlet IEC320-C14
  • Class I power ( with earth pin)
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temperature
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Fully enclosed plastic case
  • 2 color LED indicator for charging status
  • Approvals: UL / PSE / TUV / EAC / CB / FCC / CE / UKCA
  • 2 years warranty
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