{"product_id":"renogy-12v-20a-ac-to-dc-lfp-portable-battery-charger","title":"Renogy 12V 20A AC to DC LFP Portable Battery Charger","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: 32px; margin: 0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 2 1 320px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/renogy-14.6v-20a-lifepo4-battery-charger-with-grey-dc-connector-and-plug-in-ac-cable.jpg\" alt=\"Renogy 14.6V 20A LiFePO4 battery charger with grey DC connector and plug-in AC cable\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1259\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 3 1 320px; min-width: 0; text-wrap: pretty;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe Renogy 12V 20A AC to DC LFP Portable Battery Charger Plugs Into 100-240V Power and Charges 12V Lithium Batteries Quietly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy 12V 20A AC to DC LFP Portable Battery Charger turns 100-240V AC power into a 20A charge for 12V lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries. It has a maximum output voltage of 14.6V (±0.2V) and an efficiency of 89% or higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's made for LiFePO4 batteries in RVs, motorbikes, boats and camper vans. It comes with both ring terminal and alligator clip cables, so you can leave it connected or move it from battery to battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy 12V 20A AC to DC LFP Portable Battery Charger Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThree-Stage Charging for Lithium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charger runs a precharge stage at 3.8A, a fast charge stage at up to 20A constant current and a constant voltage stage where the current tapers off. It automatically switches between them as the battery voltage rises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLithium Battery Activation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a lithium battery's BMS has shut it off because of low voltage or low temperature, the charger's activation function helps bring it out of protection so it can charge again. Renogy says the indicator light also signals wrong charging states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Battery Cables\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne cable ends in alligator clips for quick, portable use. The other ends in ring terminals for a secure, long-term connection. Renogy's diagram shows the DC output cables at 1.97 ft (0.6 m) and the AC power cable at 47.24 in (1.2 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFive Protections\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort circuit, over-current, over-temperature, over-voltage and reverse connection protection guard the charger and the battery. Renogy's FAQ says a blade fuse on the battery cable protects against reversed output connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFanless, Silent Cooling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminum body dissipates heat without a fan. Renogy lists silent operation for the fanless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIP65 Protection and Screw Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charger has an IP65 protection rating. Mounting tabs and the included screws let you fix it in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRV and camper van batteries.\u003c\/strong\u003e Top up house batteries from shore power before a trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats and motorbikes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Renogy lists boats and motorbikes as uses, and the IP65 rating helps in damp spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackup charging.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as a second charger for a 12V LiFePO4 battery when solar or alternator charging isn't enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLithium Charger Versus a Lead-Acid Charger\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lead-acid charger uses a different voltage profile. This charger is preset for lithium iron phosphate, with a 14.6V maximum output, and Renogy says it is designed for 12V LFP batteries only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlligator Clips Versus Ring Terminals\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClips connect in seconds for occasional charging. Ring terminals bolt on for a permanent, secure connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMatch the Battery to the Charger\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charger delivers up to 20A, so make sure your battery's maximum charge current is 20A or higher. Renogy's FAQ gives about 5 hours for a 100Ah lithium battery, for reference only. Use it only with 12V lithium iron phosphate batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReading the Light\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slowly flashing red light means the battery is charging. A solid green light means charging is complete. The charger's input is rated for 5A maximum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis May Be A Good Fit If\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou own a 12V LiFePO4 battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a plug-in charger with clip and ring cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a fanless, quiet charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to wake a battery that tripped its BMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Batteries Is It For?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for 12V lithium iron phosphate batteries. A 12V platform can also be several small batteries wired in parallel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan It Wake a Battery After BMS Protection?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The lithium battery activation function can re-activate a battery that can't charge or discharge after a BMS trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Does the LED Mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow flashing red means precharge or charging. Solid green means the charge is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Renogy 12V 20A AC to DC LFP Portable Battery Charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x DC Output Adapter Ring Terminal Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x DC Output Adapter Alligator Clips Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 x Mounting Screws (2 Extra)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x User Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlug-In Lithium Charging for Your 12V Battery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy 12V 20A AC to DC LFP Portable Battery Charger gives your LiFePO4 battery a three-stage, fanless charge from a standard AC outlet. If you'd like help confirming it fits your battery, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; max-width: 100%; overflow-x: auto;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); text-align: left; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy 12V 20A AC to DC LFP Portable Battery Charger Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.1489%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8511%;\"\u003e100 V to 240 V AC (50 Hz \/ 60 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