Victron Argodiode 160-2AC Battery Isolator for 2 Batteries

The Victron Energy ARG160201020 Battery Isolator allows for efficient charging of two batteries from a single alternator without directly connecting them. This innovative feature ensures the discharge of one battery does not impact the other, thus promoting long-term battery health. Leveraging Schottky diodes, the isolator minimizes voltage drop, maintaining optimal power distribution with approximately 0.3 V at low current and 0.45 V at rated output.

Product Features

Simultaneous Battery Charging

Designed to charge two batteries simultaneously from one alternator, the Victron ARG160201020 optimizes power allocation, ensuring efficient energy management in your system.

Low Voltage Drop Technology

Utilizing Schottky diodes, this isolator minimizes voltage drop, preserving battery efficiency. This feature ensures battery charging is more effective, leading to longer battery life and performance.

Compensation Diode

Including a compensation diode, the isolator slightly increases the alternator’s output voltage, counteracting the diode’s voltage drop. This adjustment helps prevent premature battery aging by ensuring full charge capability.

Special Energize Input

This model features a current-limited energize input to activate the alternator efficiently, addressing issues where direct battery connection is not possible, thus ensuring reliable startup of the charging process.

Durable Construction

Built with high-quality materials and robust connectors, this isolator provides a dependable connection and durability required in demanding environments, ensuring safety and longevity.

How It Works

The VICtron Argodiode 160-2AC operates by facilitating dual battery charging while preventing reverse current flow. This setup uses integrated diodes to route electrical currents from the alternator to each battery without crossover current, ensuring each battery maintains its intended charge.

Diode Technology

The use of Schottky diodes allows for lower voltage drops compared to standard diodes, ensuring efficient operation and energy conservation during the charging process.

Compensation Circuitry

The compensating diode helps maintain output voltage levels that counteract natural losses, enabling batteries to charge fully and effectively without overcompensation or undercharging.

Energize Connection

An innovative energize input mechanism powers the alternator’s B+ when required, ensuring straightforward alternator initiation without manual battery connection.

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