• Output Power: 1612.5 W
• Output Voltage: 48 V DC (Adjustable 47.5 – 58.8 V via SVR)
• Output Current: 27.5 A
• Input Voltage Range: 90 – 264 V AC / 250 – 370 V DC, 47 – 63 Hz
• Efficiency: Up to 93.5 %
• Ripple & Noise: 480 mVp-p
• Inrush Current: Max. 35 A @ 230 VAC (Cold start)
• No-load Power Consumption: Auxiliary power 5V @ 0.3A / 12V @ 0.8A
• Operating Temperature: −30 °C to +70 °C
• Cooling: Forced air cooling by built-in DC fan
• Protections: Battery under voltage, Short circuit, Over voltage, Over temperature, Battery no connection
• Overvoltage Category: OVC II
• Isolation Voltage: 3000 V AC between input and output
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 41 mm x 85 mm x 300 mm
• Weight: Approx. 2100 g
• Safety & EMC Certificates: UL62368-1, TUV BS EN/EN62368-1, EAC, CB, CE, UKCA
• LED Indicator: Status LED (Green: Float, Orange: Charging, Red: Abnormal)
• Manufacturer Warranty: 5 Years

Information about the MEAN WELL RPB-1600-48

The MEAN WELL RPB-1600-48 is a professional-grade 1.6KW intelligent battery charger engineered with a low-profile 1U chassis to provide maximum power in space-constrained environments. It features a remarkable power density of 25W/inch³ and is equipped with the PMBus communication protocol as standard, allowing for sophisticated remote monitoring and the ability to customize charging parameters via software. This makes it an essential component for high-end applications such as large-scale DC UPS systems, marine power modules, and specialized electrolysis systems where precision and reliability are paramount.

A primary strength of the RPB-1600-48 is its high-efficiency architecture, delivering up to 93.5% efficiency and supporting a broad spectrum of battery chemistries, including Lead-acid (Gel, AGM, Flooded) and Lithium-ion (LiFePO4). The unit supports active current sharing, allowing for easy scalability by paralleling up to three units to reach 4800W of total power. Safety is prioritized through built-in OR-ing FETs, isolated alarm signals for DC OK and temperature status, and temperature compensation via an external NTC sensor. These robust features, combined with a 5-year manufacturer warranty, ensure a long-lasting and secure power solution for critical industrial automation.