Kickass – DCDC MPPT Solar Battery Charger 12V-24V 25A Pre-wired Anderson

KickAss DC charging at a glance:

The True 4-stage charging features BULK, ABSORPTION, FLOAT and PULSE modes with advanced algorithms enhancing the overall charging performance of auxiliary batteries. This ensures your auxiliary battery is charged the correct way enabling it to reach maximum charge capacity while also maintaining the battery to its optimum. When coupled with the powerful 25 Amp maximum output capability, it provides exceptionally fast and effective charging.

This charger eliminates the issues associated with smart charging systems and variable voltage alternators in modern vehicles, as it provides a consistent charge output to the auxiliary battery. It provides the reliable charging output required to charge, maintain and and prolong the life of your auxiliary battery, in new and old vehicles.

Inbuilt isolation prevents your auxiliary battery from draining your start battery when your vehicle is not running or charging. The smart tech of our charger detects the charging status automatically, so you never need to worry about engaging or isolating batteries manually, it’s all managed for you from the moment you turn the key.

KickAss DCDC Features

Three Pin Anderson Style Connector

Take the hassle out of connecting your 12V DCDC Charger with the new three-pin Anderson Connection. Run your positive alternator, negative ground and ignition wires together with the new three-pin Anderson connection. Fully Compatible with common two-pin Anderson style connectors.

Lithium BMS Sleep Mode Recovery Feature

When in Lithium Mode and the voltage drops below the safety parameters and the Lithium battery enters sleep mode, the DC-DC charger will begin recovery mode. The DC-DC will trickle charge the battery until it reaches the cut-in voltage and will start normal charging cycles. Most Lithium batteries are built with a Battery Management System (BMS) inside to protect the battery from overcharging, over-discharging and extreme temperature changes.

One of the key functions of the BMS is to protect your battery by internally disconnecting the load when voltage drops below specific parameters, this will then result in the battery entering into a “sleep” mode (Load includes any accessories and/or device/s drawing charge from the battery. Eg: fridges, pumps, food sealers, etc)

The KickAss DCDC MPPT Solar Battery charger has a lithium battery recovery function. This function has been designed to recover lithium batteries from sleep mode. Lithium battery sleep mode indication: when the lithium battery has entered sleep mode, the charger will show fault codes of the output open circuit until all loads are disconnected and a sufficient charge source is connected

You must select ‘LITHIUM’ as the battery type by using the ‘MODE’ button prior to connecting it to a lithium battery in sleep mode to attempt recovery.

How to wake a lithium battery to begin recovery mode:

1. Disconnect any load connected to the lithium battery

2. Connect alternator input or solar input to the KickAss DCDC MPPT Solar Battery Charger.

3. Connect the output from the DCDC Charger to the lithium battery

4. The charger will have all battery types flashing and the BULK and PULSE LED lights will remain on for 30 seconds before entering Recovery Mode

5. When the lithium battery has entered recovery mode, the KickAss DCDC MPPT Solar Battery Charger display will have the source indicator illuminated (eg: Solar) and the battery type LITHIUM will be flashing

6. When the battery voltage has been recovered, the DCDC charger will automatically change to normal stage charging and programs and loads may be reconnected

Maximum Solar Gains with Integrated MPPT

Charge your Auxiliary battery from your solar panel, our charger has an second input with an integrated maximum power point tracking solar controller (MPPT)  perfect for caravan or camper applications when you still want to charge, without your vehicle running. What’s more, the MPPT ensures your getting the most effective charging from your solar panels to give your auxiliary battery as much charge as possible from the power of the sun.

Plug & Play by Design

Easily install using our Plug & Play Anderson style connectors, you will have this charger installed in mere minutes, especially when combined with our KickAss dual battery wiring kit or a KickAss battery box.

Crisp LED Display and Control

The easy to read and easy to see display gives you the chargers status in the blink of an eye. The coloured  LED indicators show charging mode and charging stage so you know exactly how your batteries are being charged. You can take control with the soft touch mode button allowing you to set the battery type with ease.

Multi Battery Type Compatibility – Including Lithium

At KickAss we understand that everyone uses different batteries in their dual battery systems, whether by application requirements or trusted personal preference. Therefore it’s great to know that our charger has been designed and built to give perfect charging  with the most common types of batteries you will find out there, GEL, AGM, WET, CALCIUM and yes, also LITHIUM LiFePo4, for those of you looking for the ultimate dual battery set up.

Ultra Compatible

We have made this charger suit as many applications as possible, use it on 24V systems if you have a truck to charge your 12V auxiliary battery. For later model vehicles with smart charging systems, simply connect up our special voltage sense wire and you are good to go.

Fully Sealed, IP67

Built tougher than nails, our charger is fully sealed against water and dust to IP67 making it solid as a rock. The internal electronics are thermally conformal coated which provides the ultimate protection against moisture and corrosion and any other nasties that may try to get inside. Basically, it’s built to last.

The Best Protection, Ever!

One of the most important features in any dual battery system controller or charger is how it protects in case of a mishap. Our charger offers real KickAss protection including:>

• Short Circuit Protection
• Reverse Polarity Protection
• Over Voltage Protection
• Over Temperature Protection
• Temperature Compensation

KickAss is proud to bring you this next generation in on-board vehicle charging. As always we have worked hard to ensure this great product meets and exceeds the tough operating conditions of Australia and we are sure it will provide the very best performance as the heart of your dual battery system.

What’s Included in the box:

25Amp DC-DC Charger

Cable Ties

Red Crimp Wire Joiners

6mm x 50mm Red Heat Shrink

User Manual

Charge Table Sticker

 

Charger model	KADCDC25-AND
Alternator Input Voltage	9-32V DC
Input Current (no load)	20mA
Efficiency	App.95%
External LED output current	4mA
Output current	Input 9-11V DC 20A Input 11-32V DC 25A
Minimum auxiliary battery voltage	9V DC
Input Fuse Rating	50A
Output Fuse Rating	50A
Maximum Output Power	368w
Solar Input Voltage Minimum Voltage	9V DC
Solar Input Maximum Current	25A
Solar Input maximum Voltage	23V DC
Ambient operating temperature	-10 deg C to +80 deg C
Dimensions	165 x 120 x 40 mm
Weight	1.11kg

 

Time Delay Function	There is a 30 second delay before the charger will cut in or out
IP Rating	IP67

 

Battery Type Specifications

 

Battery Type	GEL, AGM, WET, CALCIUM	LITHIUM
Battery capacity range	75-300AH	50-250AH

  

Battery Operation Voltage Specifications
Voltage type	12V DC		24V DC
Integrated Isolator Cut in / Cut Out Voltage	CUT IN     13.2V	CUT OUT  12.6V	CUT IN   26.4V	CUT OUT  25.2V
Integrated Isolator (ignition override on)	CUT IN 12.2V	CUT OUT 11.6V	CUT IN  24.4V	CUT OUT  23.2V