VICTRON ENERGY Argodiode 160-2AC -diodierotin, 160 A, 2 akkua (ARG160201020)

The Victron Argo 160-2AC battery splitter diode (MPN ARG160201020) enables charge distribution from a single power source (e.g. alternator) to multiple battery circuits.

• Charge distribution to 2 battery circuits
• 160A maximum charging current
• Minimised voltage loss thanks to Schottky diodes

With the help of battery splitter diodes, 2 separate battery circuits can be charged from a single power source. The batteries do not need to be connected to each other, which greatly simplifies the installation of these splitter diodes and even saves installation costs.

• Technical features

The Argo series uses state-of-the-art Schottky diodes to keep voltage loss as low as possible

Has a current-limiting connection for the generator's start-up excitation (e.g. alternator)

The Argo 160-2AC model delivers a maximum charging current of 160A and can serve 2 separate batteries or battery banks

The alternator's maximum current is also 160A. Thus, for example, the on-board battery can be loaded without simultaneously discharging the starter battery.

• Minimal voltage loss thanks to the latest Schottky diodes

By using modern Schottky diodes, the voltage loss is kept low. It is approximately 0.3 V at low currents and approximately 0.45 V at nominal current. All models of the Victron Argo series are equipped with a compensation diode that slightly increases the alternator's output voltage to compensate for the voltage loss caused by the Schottky diodes. This is important because if the splitter diode is connected between the alternator and battery without further measures, a voltage loss occurs that leads to incomplete charging and premature ageing of the battery.

• Current-regulating alternator connection

Some generator types require a DC voltage at the B+ terminal for start-up excitation. On the one hand, there is a direct cable connection between the battery and generator. On the other hand, the splitter diode prevents current backflow, so the generator does not start. The Argo diode from model 80-2AC onwards has a special connection for start-up excitation when the generator is started and ensures smooth current flow between generator and battery.

• Scope of delivery

1x Victron ARG160201020 Argo 160-2AC battery splitter diode 160A for 2 batteries

• 1x instruction manual