12 /48 V @ 30 Amps Battery Equalizer and DC Autotransformer


Application

This unit is an up or down voltage converter whose output is proportional to its input. It functions both ways, producing 12 V @ 30 Amps from a 48 V input or can be connected backwards to produce 48 V @ 7.5 Amps from a 12 V input.

Also, regulated models are available to produce a fixed output voltage instead of the proprotional output. For example, Model EQ 12/48-25 R13.5 produces a fixed 13.5 V output at 40 amps from a 48 V nominal battery source.

When connected across a 48 V battery, it functions as a battery equalizer, allowing loads to be taken off of the 12 V battery section of a 48 V battery pack without fear of damage to the battery pack due to voltage mismatch.

Model: EQ 12/48-30

Features

  • >94 % efficiency, typically 93 % over 20 % load
  • Bi-directional power flow
  • Weatherproof, NEMA 3R enclosure
  • Simple to use

Electrical Specifications


Input low side Input high side
Input Voltage (nominal battery) V 12V 48V
Output Voltage 48V 12V
Output Current 7.5A
Current Limited
30A
Current Limited
Ripple at load 30mV rms 30mV rms
Efficiency >96% >96%


Voltage Regulation Mode

Proportional:
    This standard unit regulates the output voltage proportional to 1/4 the input when connected 48 V input and regulates the output to 4 X input when connected 12 V input. This characteristic, when connected across 4 X 12 V batteries in a 48 V configuration, will keep the batteries at equal voltages.
Fixed:
    Special units are available for example EQ 12/48-30 RXX where XX is the voltage on the 12 V side that the voltage is to be regulated to. For example, EQ 12/48-30 R13.6 will output 13.6 V @ 30 amps to either power a 12 V load or charge a 12 V battery to 13.6 V.
Note: For units that require a fixed voltage at the higher voltage output, for example, to charge a 48 V battery from a 12 V battery, use one of the Constant Voltage Regulators

Mechanical Specifications

Enclosure:

  • Weatherproof, NEMA 3R enclosure

Dimensions:

  • 12" X 10" X 4" nominal

Temperature Range:

  • -40 deg C to 60 deg C
  • It is recommended, as with all electronics, that the unit not be placed in direct sunshine

Terminations:

  • #6 AWG Eurstyle Terminal block: High, Common, Low

Humidity:

  • Rainproof

Mechanical Drawing: Click here for picture

Note: In the interest of continuous product improvement, specifications subject to change without notice.

Order Model No:

EQ 12/48-30

EQ 12/48-30 RXX where XX is the specified regulated voltage on the 12 V side

March 2002