Ctek battery to battery charge systems vw t6 forum the. Smartpass has a temperature sensor which protects batteries against high temperatures. See the baintech website for further installation details. Battery separation eliminates diodes and vsr relays.
Replacing the popular ctek d250s, the new d250sa is an intelligent, onboard 5stage battery charger with a consistent 20a output that gives users great flexibility when charging and maintaining secondary batteries whilst on the move, whether it be from the vehicles alternator or solar power. I missed this detail the result is a fried d9 diode and a 30a fuse inside the d250s. It also has a battery rejuvenation cycle if the charger detects high sulphate concentration on the lead plates in the battery. I was considering this but not sure if there will be space to mount both the d250sa and smartpass under the seat with the battery. The smartpass 120ss battery guard function ensures that critical equipment such as radio, emergency lights and navigation systems always have power and take priority when the voltage on the service battery is low disconnecting noncritical consumers. Excellent point willys, so with 2 fridges on a standalone d250s it is not much different from hdcp 12a dc2dc with seperate load, assuming 34amp draw from ea. Sterling pro batt ultra battery to battery charger. As the manual instructs, i installed it in an open space. Ctek d250sa dual smart battery to battery and solar 12v. Smartpass also has an integrated battery watch feature which protects batteries from harmful total discharge and ensures that critical equipment such as radio, emergency lights and navigation systems get the proper priority to provide maximum functionality. Ctek 56674 multi us 25000 8step, fully automatic 12 volt 25 amp battery charger. Ive had quite a few questions on the d250s dual and smartpass chargers that im installing in my camper van so thought id make a video showing how they work and why i went with them. With the ctek d250se and smartpass 120s you can be sure of.
Bainbridge technologies is one of australias leading expert power systems wholesaler. The installation must include a fuse in accordance with the recommendations in the table cable and fuse recommendations. The d250sa is cteks latest 20 amp dc to dc charging unit. Feb 22, 20 ive just been through the ctek manual and that looks like the way to go, i think the ctek d250s and a smart pass will do for starters and ill go with the jayco installed battery charger for the time being, down the track ill probably upgrade that to the ctek m300 which looks the goods too.
And works the same charging regime as a ctek mains charger. Hi guys just put a ctek dcdc charger in my 2012 hilux. Replacing the popular ctek d250s, the new d250sa is an intelligent, onboard 5stage battery charger with a consistent 20a output that gives users great flexibility when charging and maintaining secondary batteries whilst on the move, whether it be. Paired with the charge booster, this energy management unit provides optimal charging whilst managing energy consumption. Automatic battery separator works without the need for diodes or vsr relays. During a trip, the ctek combination will charge from the vehicles 150a alternator and the 200w solar panels. Often times people will reuse passwords across different accounts, this practise may be convenient however a single security breach is enough for a hacker to access all of your accounts with that password possibly stealing sensitive information.
Llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed. The problem is that im only getting about 23a charging from the alternator. It has a builtin solar mppt maximum power point tracker regulator. I also have to ask, is it worth is as its not cheap. In todays video, jim and i install a ctek d250s dual charger on my van.
Bainbridge technologies brings together more than 25 years of dc and ac power systems expertise and reliable, world class products to support your business objectives with specialised offgrid power storage systems. Note that emirates id card reader software must be installed. It also has an input for solar panel and decided which is and charges leisure battery form the best source. This charger is included in a series of professional chargers from ctek sweden ab and represents the latest technology in battery charging. Im running 50mm2 cable from the starter battery to the ctek units, both positive and ground wire. Ctek new zealand distributor element 82 posts facebook. Smartpass 120 charges and supplies the service battery and equipment with 120a, separates critical equipment from noncritical equipment ensuring that radio, emergency lights and navigation systems always have power. It offers state of the art technology and is perfect for charging smaller 12v batteries that can be found in motorcycles, jet skis, atvs and lawnmowers. Solar panel installation examples prerequisites solar panel capable of charging a 40300ah service battery. Ctek smartpass 120s 120a power management system for 12v. For a pdf of the full installation instructions please click here. Maintenance charge of starter battery, which simplifies installation with fewer components. A lot of people show there setup but dont really explain how it works. Jul 10, 2019 think i have all that element in hand but i see ctek do a smartpass device that can also back charge the starter battery and prevent a total discharge of the leisure.
The installation must include a fuse in accordance with the recommendations in the table. The relay is designed to go between these two power sources and your ctek d250s dual, and is activated by vehicle ignition. Ctek d250sa 12v 20a onboard dual battery charger dc to. This unit is part of a range of professional battery chargers from ctek sweden ab. Smartpass 120 works with any 12v lead acid battery. Solar panel and ctek d250s dual installation completed. Ctek d250s dual wiring kit australian campertrailers group. The ultimate 12v 4wd and camping power management system. Installation all went well except that i connected 36v of solar to a ctek d250 which has a max of 22v input. Improved mppt software improved connection points screws smartpass 120. Used together with a d250sa dual, smartpass provides optimal charging via ctek s unique. Separation of energyconsuming equipment and service batteries during charging increasing the expected life of 12v devices such as light bulbs, leds and other electronics and allows the battery to be charged from the alternator at a level that.
Smartpass is an energy management unit which controls and optimises energy produced by alternators, solar cells, wind power or conventional acdc chargers, and distributes it to the battery banks or consumers which require energy, such as the deep cycle bank, bow thruster batteries, consumers, etc. This is the first step in a fivestep charging process. Page 2 smartpass 120 the d250sa is a dc to dc battery charger for a dual battery system with a starter battery and a smartpass 120 is a solution for supplying current to charge and. Ctek d250se dual input dcdc 20a smart battery charger with. Used together with a d250s, smartpass provides optimal charging. Ctek smartpass 120 12v onboard power management system.
I have been searching for info on connecting 2 panels to the ctek but cant find anything. Allowing the ctek d250s dual to work with a smart alternator. So instead of sharing the 20a between the battery and the loads. The d250sa uses mppt maximum power point tracker to maximise the power from a solar panel. Just wondering if anyone has had any issues with high operating temperature under the bonnet. Often times people will reuse passwords across different accounts, this practise may be convenient however a single security breach is enough for a hacker to access all of your accounts with that password possibly. The 250sa and smartpass are lighting up showing normal operation. Terms and conditions, you may not upgrade as a smartpass citizenresident user. The new ctek d250sa, 5step charger, gives 4wders the flexibility and ease of quickly charging up your service batteries from either traditional or smart alternators or from solar power.
Typically 55ah to 100ah for automotive applications. Smartpass 120shandles all 12v batteries between 28800ah. Send me a pm with your email address and i will send it on to you. A short description of my drawer setup in my car including hardware setup, ctek battery sensor over bluetooth on a 5ma agm. Used together with a d250s, smartpass provides optimal charging via cteks unique staged.
Smartpass 120 is a 120a power management solution which distributes, controls and maximises the available energy from your. The ultimate dual battery power management system, the ctek smartpass 120 takes care of all your. Hi all, i will be ordering our new van with 2 x 100amp batteries and solar prewire and plan to install the ctek d250s plus 2 x 120w solar panels. Retailers are still selling the b36 version which is the older software. A single 80amp solar panel on the roof running into the ctek and also connected via start batteryalternator. With the ctek d250sa and smartpass 120 you can be sure of getting maximum. Smartpass 120s handles all 12v batteries between 28800ah. Used together with a ctek d250s dual d250 not included, ctek. Ctek d250sa 12v 20a onboard dual battery charger dc to dc. Ctek d250se dual input dcdc 20a smart battery charger. I previously had a sterling unit fitted but this could draw up to 50 amps and as my camper only has a 55amp alternator i felt this was giving the alternator a bit of a hard time so swapped it for the more compact ctek 20amp unit. I want to talk about the ctek combonitation and just what the heck it is for. The smartpass 120 is an energy management unit which controls and optimizes energy produced by alternators, solar cells, wind power or conventional acdc chargers, and distributes it to the battery banks or consumers which require energy, such as the deep cycle bank, bow thruster batteries, consumers, etc.
The plan is to install a ctek d250sa coupled with a ctek smartpass 120 unit to supply a leisure battery in the vehicle leisure battery must be provided this opportunity may be of interest to someone with a standard vehicle who plans to convert into a full camper or if anyone has an existing setup done badly or running from a vsr ie not well. With the ctek d250sa and smartpass 120 you can be sure of. Bottom left drivers side is a 600w pure sine wave projecta inverter. I plug a cable into that to charge the ct battery through the ctek while driving. Sep 08, 2010 the ctek smartpass is a power management system that manages and distributes power produced from sources such as solar, wind, ac chargers, and alternators, directing regulated energy to equipment. Permanently wired in my motorhome with a ctek 56676 smartpass 80 amp energy management unit. Ctek 250 upgrade to smartpass i have a powerpoint slideshow that shows you exactly how the 250s and smartpass work together in various stages of operation. A start battery should never be deeply discharged service battery. Smartpass is a free opensource software utility to help you quickly generate completely random and unique passwords for you to use for online accounts.
The ctek smartpass is a power management system that manages and distributes power produced from sources such as solar, wind, ac chargers, and alternators, directing regulated energy to equipment. Ctek has a solution on the market consisting of the ctek d250s dual and smartpass. Used together with a d250sa dual, smartpass provides optimal. Ctek d250s problems patrol 4x4 nissan patrol forum. It represents the latest technology in battery charging. Manual congratulations on the purchase of your new ctek charger providing professional battery care. Using the ctek d2505 dual and smartpass products, you can maximize the performance of.
Remember that all installations in boats must comply with iso 103. See what customers said about these highly rated items. Manual congratulations on the purchase of your new ctek professional battery management unit. I previously had a sterling unit fitted but this could draw up to 50 amps and as my camper only has a 55amp alternator i felt this was giving the alternator a bit of a hard time so swapped it. With the ctek d250sa and smartpass 120 you can be sure of getting maximum performance from your dual battery system. Starter and house batteries charge off solar or alternator or ac current via another ctek product a 15a charger. I recently fitted the ctek d250se without smartpass and it seems to be doing exactly as it is intended. The ctek dual is a battery to battery charger that replaces a split charge system, it puts more power into your leisure batteries than a standard split charge. The ctek output goes through a hefty fuse cant remember the size to the battery. This connects to the power board at the top with 4 gpo out lets and two usb outlets. It may require professional modifications to make it fit. The user manual says it can take up to 50c but how hot does it really get under the bonnet.
It ensures the whole 20a is available to charge the battery and bypasses get it the current required for the loads around the 250 smart ne get it in practice, it is intended for those systems where you have say two or three fridges or some other heavy. Separation of energyconsuming equipment and service batteries during charging increasing the expected life of 12v devices such as light bulbs, leds and other electronics and allows the battery to be charged from the alternator at a level that minimizes recharge. The d250sa and smartpass 120 are not protected against reversed polarity. Using the ctek d250s dual and smartpass products, you can maximize the performance of your 12vdc source. Ok so i have the ctek d250s connected in the back of the gu.
Using the ctek d250s dual and smartpass products, you can maximize. Spoke to opposite lock recently about a 2nd battery setup, they put forward a battery box, with an agm 120 ah battery safe for inside the d2, in the back, the box having 2 outlets, one small outlet for a fridge, one larger outlet, cig. In my rush to build an off grid camper i bought a ctek d250s and smartpass along with 3 x 250w 36v solar panels. Batteries are connected in parallel to increase capacity ah. The power board is up the top because i could run the power lead nice and straight with no slack. Ctek smartpass is an energy management unit which controls and optimises energy produced by alternators, solar cells, wind power or conventional acdc chargers, and distributes it to the battery banks or consumers which require energy, such as the deep cycle bank, bow thruster batteries, consumers, etc. May 25, 2017 the plan is to install a ctek d250sa coupled with a ctek smartpass 120 unit to supply a leisure battery in the vehicle leisure battery must be provided this opportunity may be of interest to someone with a standard vehicle who plans to convert into a full camper or if anyone has an existing setup done badly or running from a vsr ie not well. It will even give your starter battery a maintenance charge when your service batteries are fully charged.
Using the ctek d250s dual and smartpass products, you can maximize the performance of. If your windows computer does not have this software then smartpass will automatically prompt and install it. The ctek solution for 24v basic installation on the image below you will find the dynamo, a solar panel, a bow thruster and a power supply on the left. Jul 31, 2017 the d250sa is cteks latest 20 amp dc to dc charging unit. Charging solutions for big and small batteries 6, 12 or 24 volt. Used together with a ctek d250s dual d250 not included, ctek smartpass provides optimal. Jun 29, 2012 hi all, i will be ordering our new van with 2 x 100amp batteries and solar prewire and plan to install the ctek d250s plus 2 x 120w solar panels. Charging of service batteries up to 100a, which reduces recharge time. Jul 19, 2016 the ctek dual is a battery to battery charger that replaces a split charge system, it puts more power into your leisure batteries than a standard split charge.
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