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Mean Well RCB-1600-48 battery charger 1600W 57.6V 27.5A

Name: Mean Well RCB-1600-48 battery charger 1600W 57.6V 27.5A
Brand: Mean Well
SKU: RCB-1600-48
Price: 475.31 USD
Availability: InStock

charger for lead-acid and Li-ion batteriesoutput voltage and current programmablesupport hot swap

SKU RCB-1600-48

$475.31 USD

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Overview

RCB-1600-48 is the model of this series: rated power 1584W, typical efficiency 93%.

RCB-1600 series is a single output 1600W AC/DC charger with 1U low profile (41mm). It is an intelligent charger with embedded charging curves which are programmable. Users are also able to adjust the charging voltage and current via the built-in potentiometer, output programmable functions, PMBus, or CANBus to charge different types of batteries, such as lead-acid batteries and li-ion batteries. Various protection mechanisms as well as the temperature compensation function are provided to assure the normal and safe operations. The rack-mountable attribute allows RCB-1600 to perfectly suit the charging, backup or constant current source applications exploiting the rack architecture or central management.

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)
Output voltage and current programmable
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
Built-in OR-ing FET, support hot swap (hot plug)
Active current sharing up to 8000W for one 19" rack shelf
Protections: Battery under voltage / Battery no connection / Short circuit / Over voltage / Over temperature
Optional conformal coating
5 years warranty

Specifications

RCB-1600-48Specifications from the official datasheet (2025-10-23 edition)

OUTPUT

BOOST CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vboost)(default): 57.6V
FLOAT CHARGE VOLTAGE(Vfloat)(default): 55.2V
CONSTANT CURRENT(CC)(default): 27.5A
RATED POWER: 1584W
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE: By built-in potentiometer, SVR
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE: 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%
AC CURRENT (Typ.)^Note.4: 15A/115VAC 8.5A/230VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.): COLD START 35A/230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT: <1.5mA / 230VAC

PROTECTION

OVER VOLTAGE: 63 ~ 75V Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER TEMPERATURE: Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down

FUNCTION

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.
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 the Function Manual
TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION: -3mV / ℃ / cell / (12V = 6 cells ; 24V = 12 cells ; 48V = 24 cells)
DC OK SIGNAL: The isolated TTL signal out. Please refer to the Installation Manual
AC OK SIGNAL: The isolated TTL signal out. Please refer to the Installation Manual

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 (Note 6)

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 (0.5KVAC for 12V)
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: 476.7K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 38.7K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: 300*85*41mm (L*W*H)
PACKING: 1.87Kg; 6pcs/12.2Kg/1.16CUFT

Test conditions and notes8

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. This is MEAN WELL's suggested range. Please consult your battery manufacturer for their suggestions about maximum charging current limitation.
4. Derating may be needed under low input voltages. Please check the derating curve for more details.
5. PV/PC functions when users are not operating on PMBus/CANBus. SVR functions when users are neither operating on PMBus/CANBus nor using PV/PC.
6. The charger 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 720mm*360mm 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)
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).
8. When charging lead acid battery or battery without BMS, use breaker to disconnect charger and battery after fully charged.

Technical drawings

RCB-1600-48 Block Diagram — Block Diagram

RCB-1600-48 Derating Curve — Derating Curve

RCB-1600-48 Function Manual — Function Manual

RCB-1600-48 OUTPUTVOLTAGE(V) — OUTPUTVOLTAGE(V)

RCB-1600-48 OUTPUTCURRENT(%) — OUTPUTCURRENT(%)

RCB-1600-48 Mechanical Specification — Mechanical Specification

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 E183223 UL Certificate PDF Download

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

Mean Well 0655094-EAC 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 RHP-8K1U-RHB-8K1U-RCP-1600-RCB-1600-EMC Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well RHP-8K1U-RHB-8K1U-RCP-RCB-1600-NSP-1600-CE-dec Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well RHP-8K1U-RHB-8K1U-RCP-RCB-1600-NSP-1600-UK-dec Certificate PDF Download

Test reports1

Mean Well PHP-3500-24 Test Report PDF Download

Catalogues1

Mean Well Catalog (Industrial) PDF Download

FAQ

What applications is the Mean Well RCB-1600-48 best suited for?

The RCB-1600-48 is a high-power 1600W-class battery charger designed for industrial and commercial battery charging applications that need a 57.6V charging output. Its 27.5A rated current and 1U low-profile format make it a practical fit for equipment racks, cabinets, and other space-conscious power systems. It is better suited to professional battery-charging environments than light-duty consumer charging tasks.

What battery types can the RCB-1600-48 charge?

This model is intended for charging different battery types including lead-acid batteries and lithium-ion batteries. The product description also states that it has embedded programmable charging curves, which helps adapt the charger to the battery chemistry being used. That makes it more flexible than a fixed-profile charger.

What are the main electrical ratings of the RCB-1600-48?

The Mean Well RCB-1600-48 has a 1584W power rating with a 57.6V output and 27.5A rated current. Those ratings place it in the high-power charger category for larger battery systems. The model name also reflects its 1600W-class design and 48V battery-charging focus.

How flexible is the charging control on this battery charger?

The RCB-1600-48 is described as an intelligent charger with programmable embedded charging curves. Users can adjust charging voltage and current through the built-in potentiometer, output programmable functions, PMBus, or CANBus. This gives buyers more control than a charger limited to one fixed charging profile.

Can the RCB-1600-48 be used in demanding temperature conditions?

Yes. This model is rated for operation from -30°C to 70°C, which supports use in both cold and hot industrial environments. The product description also notes a temperature compensation function, which is relevant for battery-charging performance across changing conditions.

Is the RCB-1600-48 suitable for rack or low-clearance installations?

This charger uses a 1U low-profile design with a 41 mm height, so it is well suited to applications where vertical space is limited. That form factor is useful in rack-style systems and compact equipment enclosures. It also weighs 1.87 kg, which is relatively manageable for a charger in this power class.

What kind of durability and long-term support does this charger offer?

The RCB-1600-48 includes various protection mechanisms such as over voltage, over temperature, short circuit, and battery under voltage/low connection detection, which is important for industrial charging reliability. It also carries a 5-year warranty, giving buyers a stronger support window than short-warranty power products. For B2B buyers, that warranty period is a meaningful part of lifecycle planning.

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