{"product_id":"dual-input-40a-in-vehicle-dc-battery-charger","title":"REDARC Dual Input 40A In-vehicle DC Battery Charger","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe REDARC BCDC1240D under bonnet Battery Charger is a 12V 40A DC to DC battery charger, capable of high performance in engine bay installations, potted to survive and thrive against heat, water and dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) solar regulator, the BCDC1240D Classic will charge from both solar and the alternator simultaneously. With built-in 'Green Power Priority' it will select solar charging first, meaning less load on the alternator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for 12 or 24-volt vehicle systems, the unit will also work with either standard or variable\/smart alternators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BCDC1240D also comes with patented charging profiles, including a lithium charging profile perfect for pairing with a REDARC Lithium Battery. The 'Dual' input range will continue to charge all other types of batteries including AGM, GEL, standard lead acid and calcium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a guide the BCDC1240D is typically used for lead acid battery banks over 200Ah and lithium batteries over 100Ah. Check the manufacturer’s data for your battery and ensure that the ‘Continuous Current Rating’ of the charger does not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended maximum charging current. For smaller batteries, REDARC recommends the BCDC1225D. \u003c\/p\u003e\nProven and Tested\n\u003cp\u003eThe award-winning technology in the BCDC has been independently verified and tested to ensure battery life is maximised, charging your battery to a proven 100%.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*large capacity battery banks may require a few cycles to fully charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in Australia and tested for our unique conditions, the DC to DC battery charger will work in the extreme heat of the Simpson Desert, up to 80°C and can handle deep water crossings at Cape York – water, dust and vibration are no match for this charger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re heading out into the bush and want to get there and back again safely – you can trust REDARC.  \u003c\/p\u003e\nFeatures\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate DC and solar charging inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximises the performance and life of your auxiliary battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimultaneous DC and solar charging with Green Power Priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits 12V\/24V standard and variable voltage\/smart alternators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for AGM, GEL, standard lead acid, calcium and Lithium (LiFePO4) batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for use on vehicles with conventional alternator charging systems\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nMounting Brackets\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the use of quality fuse kits, REDARC offer a range of vehicle-specific mounting brackets for our BCDC DC-DC Charger range. The 304 stainless steel bracket allows installation into the front of the vehicle for cooler airflow, ensuring optimal performance. They have been designed to fit existing mounting points in the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure what dual battery system is best for your vehicle? Let Shaun Whale explain more.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eREDARC recommends that our products are installed by a qualified auto electrician or technician. We recommend product installation through a member of the REDNetwork, suitably qualified auto electrician or installer which can be found using the Find An Installer tool on the REDARC website. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e SpecificationsSpecifications \u003ctable\u003eMore Information\u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003egtin_barcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9338628004355\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ebrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eREDARC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Chemistry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Lead Acid, Calcium content, Gel, AGM or LiFePO4 type only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContinuous Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Type - AC DC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC TO DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal Output Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInput Fuse Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60A (Not supplied) REDARC FK60 recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolar Switch On Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For 12V Systems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For 24V Systems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolar Input Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 - 32V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMPPT Solar Regulator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCabin\/ Canopy Install\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNo Load Current\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;100mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrailer Install\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine Bay Install\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax. Charging Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.3V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Fuse Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60A (Not supplied) REDARC FK60 recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20°C to 80°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax. Rated Output Current\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 - 32V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandby Current\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;8mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBare wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ewidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eheight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003edepth | length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e SHIPPING \u0026amp; RETURNSSHIPPING \u0026amp; RETURNSShipping\u003cp\u003eREDARC offers customers free freight within Australia on products purchased via the REDARC website, unless a dangerous goods charge is deemed necessary in order to ship products of a lithium chemistry.All products have a 5 day lead time before shipment after which it will be shipped via your preferred shipping method. For alternative freight options please contact REDARC at power@redarc.com.au\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor international orders, freight will be calculated at time of checkout. Orders will be shipped from our factory in Lonsdale with delivery timeframes dependant on location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere orders are shipped to a delivery address outside Australia, you are responsible for the compliance terms as written in our Website Terms of Use\u003c\/p\u003eReturns\u003cp\u003eThe terms and conditions relating to 'Return of goods' set out in our Trading Terms will apply to all good purchased by You via the Site. All goods purchased by You via the Site also come with a manufacturer's warranty found here.\u003c\/p\u003e RESOURCESRESOURCES \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e powering-van-life-with-dc-to-dc-charging-REDARC 31 Jan 2025 \u003ch3\u003ePowering van life with DC to DC charging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanlife isn't a passing fad, it's now a very real and very sustainable way of life for so many people across the globe. And it’s common to hear stories about those who travel off-grid financially sustain their lifestyle by using their creative skills in disciplines like professional photography, writing, web design or programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e REDARC BCDC1212T Trailer Battery Charger 27 May 2024 \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a REDARC trailer battery charger and what does it do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe REDARC BCDC1212T 12A trailer battery charger is designed to charge your auxiliary trailer battery to 100% state of charge while on the move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eYOU MAY REQUIRE ADDITIONAL PARTS\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis product may require additional parts to complete installation.\u003c\/p\u003eADD ALL TO CART \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003c!-- related_products_list--\u003e \u003c!-- ko template: getTemplate() --\u003e\u003c!-- \/ko --\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSmart Battery Monitor\u003c\/strong\u003e BSEN500 NZ$343.85 Add to Compare Add to Cart \u003cp\u003eA fuel gauge for your batteries. State of charge, time remaining, and current flow are all at your fingertips. The REDARC Smart Battery Monitor is here to help you focus on adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003c!-- related_products_list--\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e60A Fuse Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e FK60 NZ$96.47 Add to Compare Add to Cart The REDARC 60A Fuse Kit is designed to provide a simple, neat fuse installation for dual battery systems. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c!-- Afterpay Script --\u003e\u003c!--\/ Afterpay Script --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRELATED PRODUCTS\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003c!-- upsell_products_list--\u003e \u003c!-- ko template: getTemplate() --\u003e\u003c!-- \/ko --\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSmart Battery Monitor\u003c\/strong\u003e BSEN500 NZ$343.85 Add to Compare Add to Cart \u003cp\u003eA fuel gauge for your batteries. State of charge, time remaining, and current flow are all at your fingertips. 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