New Ctek Dual 250se

[travelvolts]

Ctek have announced an updated version of the ever popular Dual 250. Now designated the 250SE, it is compatible with LiFePO4 batteries.
As you might expect, it has gone up in price, but not by a huge amount so it is still very well priced. Available in the next 7 - 10 days.

 

[Dellmassive]

very nice -]



D250SE


Product information

Dual input 20A charger with selectable charge voltages

Enjoy more and relax

With award winning Swedish technology, the dual input D250SE allows you to enjoy your vehicle more with maximized battery capacity as the ideal charger for vehicles without access to a mains power supply.

The D250SE is a fully automatic, 5 step charger that supplies up to 20A of power to any 12V lead-acid or lithium* service battery from 40–300Ah. It has selectable charge algorithms for AGM and lithium* batteries and can use power through its dual input from alternator, solar panel and wind power. When the service battery is fully charged, the D250SE will automatically redirect maintenance charge power to the starter battery. The D250SE can maintain a stable output up to 20A to vehicles fitted with smart ECU controlled alternators and also has a temperature sensor for optimised charging, regardless of weather conditions. *) 12V lithium batteries (LiFePO4, Li-Fe, Li-iron, LFP)

• 20A fully automatic temperature compensated charging for batteries from 40-300Ah while you’re on the move
• Dual input (solar and alternator in parallel)
• Smart alternator compatible
• Selectable lithium* and lead-acid mode
• Solar panel regulator with Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT)
• *) 12V lithium batteries (LiFePO4, Li-Fe, Li-iron, LFP)

• Battery separation replacing diodes and VSR relays
• Selectable AGM option – 14.4V or 14.7V
• Maximised charging for better battery life and performance
• Temperature sensor to compensate for hot or cold conditions
• Splash and dust proof (IP65)
• Compatible with SMARTPASS 120 for the ultimate 140A power management solution
• 2-year warranty

 

[travelvolts]

You're better than Google Assistant Dell!

 

[travelvolts]

Disappointingly though, they haven't raised the VOC for solar input.

 

[Fish]

So this could be a direct replacement?.
If so think it will change the Lithium path for me.

 

[Dellmassive]

Disappointingly though, they haven't raised the VOC for solar input.

Yep, that would have opened up the market for them. . . . . oh well.

looks like the only difference is:

• Optimised charging of Lithium batteries The D250SE can provide a suitable charging voltage for optimal charging of Lithium batteries.

12V (4cells) Lithium-ion batteries (Li-FePO4, Li-Fe, Li-iron, LFP)

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[Dellmassive]

Demo of the existing unit . . . . .

Battery Chat With Andy Harris - D250SA & Smartpass Install

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[travelvolts]

Did you let them know how you got on?

 

[Fish]

Nice van..

 

[travelvolts]

Demo of the existing unit . . . . .

Battery Chat With Andy Harris - D250SA & Smartpass Install

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To be honest, I don't think they got this quite right. WhTF is Andy Harris anyway?

 

[Fish]

To be honest, I don't think they got this quite right. WhTF is Andy Harris anyway?

You don't know andy Harris.. oh my dear days.. need to get on google assist my friend.

 

[Dellmassive]

hmm - MotorHome Tv presenter. (thats no longer on tv?)



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Andy Harris - back on TV (sort of)

MotorhomeAndy

 

[travelvolts]

You don't know andy Harris.. oh my dear days.. need to get on google assist my friend.

Do I need to know him????

 

[Skyliner33]

You don't know andy Harris.. oh my dear days.. need to get on google assist my friend.

Whats google assist?

 

[Fish]

Do I need to know him????

Owns and runs RoadPro and few other caravan/motorhome companies.

 

[Bryn23]

It’s good to see another lithium friendly DC-DC option out there, I have to agree with the others on the low VOC.

They should off designed it to handle more VOC, as there are some great options out there

I have to admit, I’m impressed so far with the lithium battery I’m using, no huge voltage drop when using the inverter and impressive charge rate to 100%.

 

[CJ_T6-red]

hmm - MotorHome Tv presenter. (thats no longer on tv?)

Andy Harris - back on TV (sort of)

MotorhomeAndy

That Mr Harris luuuuuuuuves the batteries.

All good info though.

 

[Sabre]

Thought that van looked familiar. You didn't get many lines there @Fish

 

[Spookybear]

Demo of the existing unit . . . . .

Battery Chat With Andy Harris - D250SA & Smartpass Install




240ah cable fused at 300a, mmmm, suppose it saves on using the heater when stuff shorts out lol

 

[travelvolts]

Owns and runs RoadPro and few other caravan/motorhome companies.

And?