At a glance
- Battery Charging Voltage
- Boost 14.4 V, float 13.8 V (default)
- Charging Current
- 16 A constant current (default)
- Recommended Battery Capacity
- 60 to 170 Ah
- Battery Type
- Lead acid and Li-ion
- Input Voltage Range
- 90 to 264 V AC
- Rated Output Power
- 230.4 W
Model ENC-240-12Current modelMEAN WELL ENC-240-12 Battery Charger, 12 V battery, 16 A
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At a glance
- Battery Charging Voltage
- Boost 14.4 V, float 13.8 V (default)
- Charging Current
- 16 A constant current (default)
- Recommended Battery Capacity
- 60 to 170 Ah
- Battery Type
- Lead acid and Li-ion
- Input Voltage Range
- 90 to 264 V AC
- Rated Output Power
- 230.4 W
Desktop charger that charges lead-acid or lithium battery banks from the mains, for example the backup batteries of surveillance or radio systems. Battery charger, 12 V battery, 16 A. Charges lead acid (flooded, gel, AGM) and Li-ion (lithium iron, lithium manganese) batteries.
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Overview
What it is
The MEAN WELL ENC-240-12 is a battery charger from the ENC-240 series (240 W Programmable Desktop Type Battery Charger), rated 12 V battery, 16 A.
What it is used for
Desktop charger for 12 V lead acid or lithium battery banks, for example the backup batteries of surveillance or radio systems; it plugs into the mains and charges with a 3 stage curve. MEAN WELL lists applications such as radio system backup, electric scooter charging, surveillance systems.
Key features
- Charges lead acid (flooded, gel, AGM) and Li-ion (lithium iron, lithium manganese) batteries.
- Built-in 3 stage programmable charging curve.
- Universal AC input, full range, with built-in active PFC.
- Fanless design, cooling by free air convection.
- Built-in temperature compensation function.
- Protections: short circuit, over voltage, over temperature, battery under voltage, battery over voltage, battery reverse polarity.
Key Specifications
- Battery Charging Voltage: Boost 14.4 V, float 13.8 V (default).
- Charging Current: 16 A constant current (default).
- Recommended Battery Capacity: 60 to 170 Ah.
- Battery Type: Lead acid (flooded, gel, AGM) and Li-ion (lithium iron, lithium manganese).
- Input Voltage Range: 90 to 264 V AC; 127 to 370 V DC (derating may be needed at low input voltage).
Buying considerations
Size the unit with headroom above the connected load and check the derating information in the datasheet for high ambient temperature or low input voltage. Other models in the same series are listed on this page.
Installation considerations
MEAN WELL treats this unit as a component of the final equipment, so approvals and EMC performance should be confirmed for the complete installation. Wiring and safety details are in the official datasheet linked below.
Features
Size and fit
- Dimensions
- 192 x 178 x 45.5 mm (L x W x H)
- Weight
- 1.23 kg
Technical specifications
Key facts
- What is it?
- Battery chargerBrand MEAN WELL, model ENC-240-12
- What does it output?
- 230.4 W
- What input does it accept?
- 90 to 264 V AC
- Which documents are available?
- Datasheet, certificate, software Open documents
Output
- Battery Charging Voltage
- Boost 14.4 V, float 13.8 V (default)
- Charging Current
- 16 A constant current (default)
- Rated Output Power
- 230.4 W
- Efficiency (typ.)
- 91%
Input
- Battery Type
- Lead acid (flooded, gel, AGM) and Li-ion (lithium iron, lithium manganese)
- Input Voltage Range
- 90 to 264 V AC; 127 to 370 V DC (derating may be needed at low input voltage)
- Input Frequency Range
- 47 to 63 Hz
- Power Factor
- PF >0.98 at 115 V AC, PF >0.95 at 230 V AC (full load)
Protection
- Withstand Voltage
- I/P-O/P: 3 kV AC; I/P-FG: 2 kV AC; O/P-FG: 0.5 kV AC
Environment
- Temperature Compensation
- By NTC
- Operating Temperature
- -30 to +70 °C (refer to derating curve)
- Operating Humidity
- 20 to 95% RH non-condensing
- Cooling
- Free air convection (fanless)
Physical
- Dimensions
- 192 x 178 x 45.5 mm (L x W x H)
- Weight
- 1.23 kg
Approvals
- MTBF
- 1423.3K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore); 155.9K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25 °C)
Other
- Charge Voltage Range
- 9 to 15 V (when programming boost or float with SBP-001)
- Recommended Battery Capacity
- 60 to 170 Ah
- Series
- ENC-240
- Warranty
- Manufacturer warranty under MEAN WELL's terms: 3 years. How claims work
Product attributes and shipping details
| Brand | MEAN WELL |
|---|---|
| Power Output | 230.4 W |
Downloads
Download software
- Smart Battery Charging Program SoftwareVersion V1.6 · Windows 7, Windows 10; .NET Framework 4.0+Prerequisites: SBP-001 programmer and correct SBP cable (#1 to #4); Charging curve programming needs the SBP-001 programmer (sold separately)Licence: FreeSoftware · Family · meanwell.comView official download page
Documentation
- ENC-240 series datasheetDatasheet · Family · meanwell.comDownload
Certificate and compliance document (1)
- ENC-240 CE declaration of conformityCertificate · Family · meanwell.comDownload
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Questions about this product
What input voltage does the ENC-240-12 accept?
MEAN WELL lists 90 to 264 V AC; 127 to 370 V DC (derating may be needed at low input voltage) for this model.
What battery charging does the ENC-240-12 provide?
The datasheet gives battery charging voltage Boost 14.4 V, float 13.8 V (default), charging current 16 A constant current (default).
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