Introducing the Dakota Lithium 12V 20A Battery Charger, designed for fast and efficient charging of large 12V batteries while also extending their lifespan. Made with high tensile aluminum for rapid cooling, this weather and water-resistant charger is ideal for harsh conditions.

 For optimal performance, pair with our LiFePO4 batteries and avoid using with lead acid or SLA batteries. Upgrade to rapid charging with Dakota Lithium.

Technical Specifications :

Key Features

• Charger Type: LiFePO4-compatible (avoid using lead-acid chargers for optimal battery life).
• Waterproof Rating: IP67.

Specifications

• Input: 100–120VAC, 50/60Hz.
• Output: 14.4V, 20A.
• Dimensions: 5.67" x 6.22" x 2.72" (144mm x 158mm x 69mm).

Connections

• Terminal Setup:
  • Use Anderson SB 50 connections for easy attachment.
  • Bolt black to the black terminal and red to the red terminal. Avoid short circuits.
• Charger Indicators:
  • Red Light: Charging in progress.
  • Green Light: Fully charged.

Smart BMS Communication

• Automatically "wakes up" a battery when its BMS shuts off due to short circuit or excessive amp draw.

Charging Speed

• Rate: 20 amps.
  • Example: A 54Ah battery charges in ~2.5 hours.
• For rapid charging, up to 1C is possible but reduces battery lifespan over time.
• Optimal Charging Speed: ~0.3C or less (charger amp rating ~1/3 of the battery Ah rating).

Voltage Requirements

• Recommended Voltage: 14.4V for LiFePO4 batteries.

Recommended Applications

• Ideal for Dakota Lithium Plus models:
  • DL+ 12V 60Ah
  • DL+ 12V 135Ah
  • DL+ 12V 320Ah

This charger is a powerful, waterproof, and efficient option for quick and reliable charging of larger-capacity Dakota Lithium batteries.