{"product_id":"victron-centaur-3-output-charger","title":"Victron Centaur Charger 24\/30(3) 120-240V | CCH024030000","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Victron Centaur 24\/30 is a three-output mains-powered battery charger built for jobs where more than one battery bank needs attention at the same time. It takes AC input anywhere from 120 to 240V, so it works on UK, European or North American supplies without a manual voltage switch. Marine, vehicle, off-grid and industrial installers use it where automatic, unattended charging matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features of this marine battery charger\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput\u003c\/strong\u003e, 30A total at 24V across three independent output channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAC input\u003c\/strong\u003e, accepts 120 to 240V without manual adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging algorithm\u003c\/strong\u003e, adaptive four-stage cycle covering bulk, absorption, float and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature compensation\u003c\/strong\u003e, output voltage adjusts to battery temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e, works with flooded, gel and AGM lead-acid types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection\u003c\/strong\u003e, sealed against reverse polarity, short circuit and high temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e, 5kg, suited to permanent fitting in tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow the adaptive charging works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Centaur adjusts absorption time based on the previous charge cycle. A heavily discharged battery gets a longer absorption phase; a lightly used one gets a shorter one, cutting gassing and heat. Fixed-time chargers cannot do this, and battery life suffers as a result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach of the three outputs is managed independently. The charger can push full current into a depleted bank while holding another on float, which suits boats and vehicles running separate starter, service and bow thruster batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine installations charging starter, service and auxiliary banks together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotorhomes, coaches and commercial vehicles with 24V systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOff-grid cabins running from generator or shore power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial and telecoms backup systems needing automatic maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRental fleets and plant equipment kept topped up between uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit this by a qualified electrician on a correctly fused, earthed AC supply. Check the battery bank matches the 24V output before wiring in. Leave room around the unit for airflow during long charge cycles, and on boats follow the relevant BMEA or IEC wiring standards. Keep it away from direct water ingress.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eVictron Centaur Charger 24\/30 (3 outputs) unit\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52095573754144,"sku":"CCH024030000","price":440.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8148\/1504\/files\/ledandsolar-cch024030000-1.webp?v=1785753936","url":"https:\/\/www.ledandsolar.co.uk\/products\/victron-centaur-3-output-charger","provider":"LED \u0026 Solar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}