Mastervolt Mac Plus DC-DC Converter (24V In / 24V 30A Out)
Mastervolt
Recommended Retail Price
£652.79 Inc. VAT
Online Price (inc. VAT)
£529.16
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The Mastervolt Mac Plus is a DC-DC charger which is designed to provide quick and safe charge to the service battery, providing stabilised voltage to protect the battery and the equipment it powers.
Traditionally, a service battery is linked to the starter battery via a charge relay. The starter battery will be located near to the alternator and receives most of the charge current. However the service battery is usually further away. The long cables used to connect it up cause a voltage drop, leading to slower charging, which can result in failing appliances and premature failure of the battery.
Modern, fuel efficient engines are equipped with smart alternators, following regulations such as Euro 5 and Euro 6. Instead of a constant output, smart alternators provide a variable voltage; after a brief charging period, voltage is reduced and the charging stops. Furthermore, the energy produced by regenerative braking leads to voltage peaks. Service batteries coupled in the traditional way will receive hardly any charge and may be damaged by these peak voltages.
To solve these issues, Mastervolt offers the Mac Plus DC-DC chargers, which monitors the service battery and compensates the voltage loss. It is suitable for flooded, Gel, AGM and Li-Ion batteries (including LiFePO4), and even revives fully depleted batteries. There is no fan so operation of the charger is silent and these units can also be used in parallel to achieve higher charging capacities. The Mac Plus is also MasterBus compatible, so can be monitored and included in an intelligent automated system.
Specifications battery charger
Battery temperature sensor: yes, included
Battery voltage sense: yes
General specifications
Status indicator: yes, 3-color LED
Output voltage: 20-30 V
Nominal output voltage: 24 V
Output voltage stabilisation: 2 % at extremes of temps, load and input
Output voltage ripple (peak peak): max. 1 %
Max. output power: 850 W
Nominal output power: 810 W
Max. output current: 30 A
Output charge current (3-step mode): 30 A
Nominal input voltage: 24 V
Input voltage range: 19-30 V
Max. input current: 30 A
Galvanic isolation: no
Voltage limited: yes
Efficiency: > 95 % (at nom. input voltage, full load); peak 97 %
Parallel configuration: yes
Alarm contact: yes, through MasterBus
MasterBus powering: no
Engine run signal input: yes (active high/active low)
DIP switches: yes, for basic setup
Dimensions, hxwxd: 255 x 165 x 66 mm (10.0 x 6.5 x 2.6 inch)
Weight: 2 kg (4.4 lb)
Compliance: CE, E-Mark, SAE J1171 & ISO 8846 Ignition Protected
Technical specifications
No-load consumption: < 2 mA
Charge characteristic: 3-step+
Battery types: flooded, Gel, AGM, spiral, Lithium Ion, traction, user defined
3-Step charge option: yes (DIP switch settings)
DC consumption: < 5 mA
Connections: 3 x M8 terminal for cable diameters of 10-50 mm², (positive input, positive output, joint negative connection) 6-pole screw connection for cable diameters of 0.75-1.5 mm² (remote on/off, temperature sensor, voltage measurement)
Temperature range (ambient temp.): -25 °C to 60 °C; derating > 40 °C (-13 °F to 140 °F)
Cooling: natural cooling
Protection degree: IP23
Protections: overload, over temperature, DC short circuit, reversed polarity (fuse)
MasterBus compatible: yes
Specifications
Brand | Mastervolt |
Height | 255mm (10") |
Width | 165mm (6.5") |
Depth | 66mm (2.6") |
Weight | 2 kg (4.4 lb) |
Temperature Range | Ambient Temperature: -25 °C to 60 °C; derating > 40 °C (-13 °F to 140 °F) |
Protection Rating | IP23 |
Key Features
Fast and safe charging during short trips.
Fanless design for silent operation.
Suitable for flooded, Gel, AGM and Li-Ion batteries (incl. LiFePO4).
Charges even fully depleted batteries.
Engine run detection protects starter battery.
Adjustable current limits to meet Euro 5/6 requirements.
Voltage stabilisation protects sensitive equipment, lights and loads.
Parallel operation to obtain charging capacities well over 100 Amps.
MasterBus for intelligent system monitoring and automation.
Temperature compensation and voltage sense for an optimal charging result.
E-mark certification for mobile applications.
Power supply mode.
Heavy duty connections for easy installation and quick set up via DIP switches.
Manufacturer Part Number
Mastervolt Part Number | 81205400 |
Showroom & Postal Address:
Chas Newens Marine Company Limited
Ashlone Wharf Boat Yard
Embankment
Putney
London
SW15 1LB
Phone:
0208 788 4587
Delivery
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UK Standard Delivery
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International Delivery
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Delivery further information
The delivery charge is automatically added to your order and you will see the total amount you have to pay before you confirm the order. Unfortunately we have to charge carriage but we do attempt to keep it to a minimum where possible
All orders leaving us require a signature, and the delivery could take place any time between 8am and 6pm depending on the courier used. If you are liable to be out, please give an alternative delivery address or type instructions into the notes section as you place your order.
Standard Service; We will aim to dispatch goods within 3 working days. Delivery on the standard service is via courier, will require a signature and we aim to deliver within 5 working days. This service will only arrive on working days.
Courier delivery; The majority of our parcels will be sent via a courier, the bulk of which are with APC Streetwise. Please be aware that they advertise their delivery times as anywhere between 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday. We are not able to dictate to them a time slot. And in most cases a signature will be required.
New! For 2020 – Putney EmbankmentClick & Collect service; New for 2020 finds our first ever collection point on the Putney Embankment. Please select Pick Up at checkout to activate the service
NB; For orders to mainland Europe and Rest of World, the cost for carriage is calculated on order package weight and final destination. The price given at checkout is a guide only and an accurate postage cost will be calculated and invoiced to you if a supplement is required. If you would like to know this figure before despatch please feel free to contact us for a quote. Please be advised that if your order is sent via courier outside of the EU you may need to pay for import/custom taxes after the order has been delivered to you. This is standard procedure by the courier to ensure that your order is delivered to you as soon as possible and not delayed in customs. These charges are solely dependent on your local customs office and the courier, we have no control over these charges. We would kindly suggest contacting your local customs office for more information and advice. Additional charges for customs clearance must be borne by you; unfortunately, we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be. We are unable to reimburse any costs incurred regardless of the circumstances.
ANTIFOUL & PAINT ORDERS; Please be aware that we can only send antifoul & Paint products within GB Mainland. We CANNOT send antifoul & paint outside of GB Mainland. If you have any questions regarding this please feel free to contact our Mail order department.
LIFEJACKETS & CO2 CANNISTERS; Please be aware that we cannot currently send lifejackets with CO2 cannisters included outside of GB Mainland
LIQUIDS & CHEMICALS; Please note we are unable to deliver liquids or chemicals overseas or to highlands and island addresses. We will also have to use a courier service within GB Mainland for liquids or chemicals.
SALE OF KNIVES; In accordance with UK Law (The Offensive Weapons Act 1996), we are unable to sell knives to anyone under 18 years of age. We are unable to send knives to overseas destinations. You must upload a copy of a valid identity document to your order at time of ordering or your order will be cancelled. Knives must be sent on a signature courier service. Valid forms of ID are EU Passports, EU Photocard Driving Licence, MOD Form 90 ID Card, EU Member State National Identity Card, “PASS” ID Cards.
Last Updated 2nd September 2020
Our returns policy on items shipped within the UK is as follows:
To qualify for a refund you have 14 days from receipt of your order to notify us that you wish to cancel the order and return the goods. You then have 14 days to return the goods to us at your own expense. If you fail to notify us of your desire to cancel the order and return the goods within 14 days of receipt you are not entitled to a refund. If you do not return the goods to us within 14 days after notification you are not entitled to a refund.
Your items should be unused and in the same condition as received. They should also be in the original packaging.
To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.
If goods are faulty or damaged on receipt we will ask for photographic evidence of the fault or damage where feasible.
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Overseas orders may be refunded if the item is returned but we cannot refund the cost of shipping.