Victron Argodiode 100-3AC: Reliable Battery Isolation and Management

The Victron Energy ARG100301000R is a sophisticated diode battery isolator designed to efficiently manage the charging of up to three batteries from a single alternator without linking them together. This feature ensures that discharging one battery does not affect another, maintaining reliability for users. Among its key advantages, the use of Schottky diodes significantly reduces voltage drop, making it an ideal choice for effective energy management.

Product Features

Efficient Charge Management

The Victron Argodiode allows for simultaneous charging of multiple batteries without cross-discharge. This feature ensures consistent reliability, which is crucial for both marine and automotive applications.

Low Voltage Drop

Utilizing Schottky diodes, the voltage drop is maintained at approximately 0.3V at low current and 0.45V at rated output, optimizing efficiency and battery life. It is essential for sustaining the full charge of the batteries.

Compensation Diode Included

This isolator comes with a compensation diode, permitting a slight increase in alternator output voltage to counteract any diode-based voltage drop.

Special Alternator Energize Input

With its special energize input, this isolator can activate the alternator even when using splitters, ensuring seamless performance and eliminating startup issues associated with certain alternator configurations.

Compatibility and Flexibility

Designed for both 12V and 24V systems, the Victron Argodiode integrates effortlessly with a wide range of vehicular and marine electrical systems, enhancing usability and flexibility.

How It Works

Victron Argodiode battery isolators function by allowing an alternator to charge multiple batteries without connecting them directly. This separation is critical in preventing discharge from one battery to others, thereby maintaining battery integrity and ensuring reliable service for essential systems.

Simultaneous Charging Mechanism

The isolator seamlessly manages the distribution of charge among connected batteries, ensuring each receives the necessary energy supply without risk of depletion.

Voltage Drop Mitigation

The Schottky diodes incorporated in the isolator effectively minimize voltage drop, thus maximizing the charge going into the batteries and preserving their longevity.

Alternator Activation Management

This isolator includes an energize input to enable alternator activation, addressing potential issues faced when integrating splitters within a charging system.

Specifications

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