CENTAUR CHARGER 12V/20A (3) 240V

🔌 Victron Centaur Charger 12V 20A — 3 Output 240V Battery Charger

Professional 12V 20A three-output battery charger with universal 90–265VAC input, three-stage charging, isolated outputs, temperature compensation, and rugged aluminium construction.

The Victron Centaur Charger 12V/20A (3) 240V is a high-quality battery charger designed for vehicle, marine, workshop, RV, caravan, and multi-battery charging applications.

The Centaur range features auto-ranging input from 90–265VAC, allowing it to be used worldwide without manual adjustment. Unlike many universal input chargers, the Centaur maintains full output power across the specified input range. It can also accept 90–400V DC input, making it suitable for both AC-DC and DC-DC operation where applicable.

With three isolated charge outputs, the Centaur 12V 20A can charge up to three battery banks simultaneously. Each output is capable of supplying the full rated current when only one battery is connected, making it a flexible charger for starter, auxiliary, house, or service battery banks.

✅ Key Benefits

🔌 12V 20A Battery Charging
Provides up to 20A total charge current for 12V battery systems.

🌍 Universal Input Voltage
Auto-ranging 90–265VAC input allows operation across global mains power supplies.

⚡ AC-DC & DC-DC Operation
Also accepts 90–400V DC input for broader installation flexibility.

🔋 Three Isolated Charge Outputs
Charge up to three separate battery banks at the same time.

💪 Full Current Available on Each Output
Any one output can supply the full rated current if it is the only battery connected.

🧠 Automatic Three-Stage Charging
Uses Bulk, Absorption, and Float charging to fully charge and maintain batteries.

🌡️ Temperature Compensation
Internal temperature sensor adjusts charging voltage to suit operating conditions.

🔧 Battery Type Selection
DIP switch selection for Flooded Lead-Acid, Gel, or AGM battery settings.

🛡️ Rugged Aluminium Construction
Epoxy powder-coated aluminium case with drip shield and stainless steel fixings.

🌊 Corrosion-Resistant Electronics
Internal circuit boards are protected with coating to resist moisture, dirt, and corrosion.

🌬️ Forced Cooling
Temperature and current-controlled fan helps protect the charger under load.

🛠️ Ignition Protected
Suitable for installations requiring ignition-protected charging equipment.

🚐 Suitable Applications

🚐 Caravans and motorhomes
⛵ Boats and marine systems
🚙 4WD auxiliary battery systems
🛻 Commercial vehicles
🔋 Multi-battery charging systems
🧰 Workshop battery charging
⚡ House and service battery banks
🚗 Starter and auxiliary battery setups
🌍 International power supply environments
🔌 AC-DC and suitable DC-DC charging applications

🔋 Three Isolated Outputs

The Centaur 12V 20A charger is designed for multi-battery installations.

This makes the charger suitable for boats, caravans, motorhomes, and other systems with multiple battery banks.

🧠 Three-Stage Charging

The Centaur Charger uses a fully automatic IUoU three-stage charging characteristic.

The charger can remain connected continuously without causing increased gas formation from overcharging when correctly configured for the battery type.

🔧 Battery Type Selection

The default charger setting is configured for Gel batteries. For other battery types, the charger can be adjusted using the DIP switch behind the lower front cover.

Always select the correct charge profile for the battery type being charged.

🌍 Universal Input & Power Correction

The Centaur Charger is a high-frequency switched battery charger with electronically power factor corrected input.

🛡️ Quality Construction

The Centaur range is built for long service life in demanding environments.

📏 Technical Specifications

🌡️ Operating Conditions

🔌 Connection Details

📐 Dimensions & Weight

📜 Standards

🔎 Why Choose the Victron Centaur 12V 20A Charger?

The Victron Centaur Charger 12V/20A (3) 240V is designed for users who need dependable multi-bank charging with professional-grade construction and flexible input compatibility.

With three isolated outputs, worldwide 90–265VAC input, 90–400VDC input support, automatic three-stage charging, battery type selection, temperature compensation, rugged aluminium casing, and corrosion-resistant internal protection, it is a strong choice for marine, caravan, motorhome, vehicle, and workshop battery systems.

📦 What’s Included

🔌 1 x Victron Centaur Charger 12V/20A (3) 240V

⚠️ Fitment & Usage Note

Please confirm your required battery voltage, battery type, battery capacity, number of battery banks, charge current, AC input supply, installation environment, cable sizing, fuse protection, and mounting location before purchase or installation.

Important:

✅ Suitable for 12V battery systems
✅ Provides 20A total charge current
✅ Features 3 isolated charge outputs
✅ Suitable for Gel, Flooded Lead-Acid, and AGM battery settings
✅ Can remain connected continuously when correctly configured
✅ Select the correct DIP switch setting for your battery type
✅ Professional installation is recommended for marine, RV, and multi-bank systems
⛔ Not designed as a dedicated lithium charger unless lithium compatibility is confirmed separately
⛔ IP20 rating means it should be installed in a protected location

🛒 Order with Confidence

Choose the Victron Centaur Charger 12V/20A (3) 240V for reliable multi-bank charging, universal input compatibility, rugged construction, three-stage battery care, and dependable performance in vehicle, marine, caravan, motorhome, and workshop applications.