Chargers

A good charger is crucial to electric vehicle performance. Early crude chargers simply slugged voltage into the batteries until the charger was turned off. This caused the batteries to gas heavily toward the end of the charge, and it shortened battery life. Later chargers used timers to taper the charge down and shut off. These were better, but still did not fully synchronize with the needs of the batteries. Modern chargers can sense the level of charge in the battery pack, and taper the charging current accordingly. The final, low-current part of the charge cycle serves to equalize the charge in all the batteries.

For low voltage conversions (up to 144 V), 110VAC input is acceptable. For higher voltage systems (up to 336 V), the 220VAC is needed. The chargers below are compact state-of-the-art high frequency, high efficiency industrial units, and offer a range of options.

ElCon 110VAC/220VAC HF/PFC Chargers
Zivan 110VAC & 220VAC Chargers

ElCon 110VAC/220VAC HF/PFC Chargers

HF PFC 1500W Charger
Bottom Mount Option
Rear Mount Option

The HF/PFC 1500W charger is the newest development in battery charging technology, using an advanced high frequency switching design. It offers the flexibility of 110VAC or 220VAC input in the same affordable, compact unit. It has a fully enclosed aluminum case, with large cooling fins.

Features

92% typical efficiency
> 0.98 Power Factor minimizes utility surcharges and maximizes use of AC power
Memory to store 10 unique algorithms,
internal CPU employs advanced charging management algorithm
Internally protected against overheating, short circuit, voltage too high or too low, and reverse polarity
Red & green LED indicator conveys numerous status messages
Two options for mounting bracket for flexibility in mounting orientation

Specifications

Physical
Length	Width	Height	Weight
13.86"	6.89"	5.47"	14.33 lbs.

Operating
Input Voltage	Pack Voltage	Input Current	Output Current (Max.)	Maximum Capacity
115V AC - 230V AC 45-65 hz	96-144V DC	12.5A rms 6.5A rms	8-12A DC	1500 Watts

Zivan Chargers

Zivan NG1 Charger
Zivan NG3 Charger
Zivan NG5 Charger

The Zivan Battery Charger has an aluminum base and ABS cover, and internal cooling fans. It can be configured by the distributor for any one of many battery charging profiles. Pack voltage and battery model must be specified when ordering. No user adjustment is necessary. It comes in either 110VAC or 220VAC input and various DC outputs, depending on model.

Features

85-90% efficiency
Fan cooling
Thermal compensation unit included
Microprocessor controlled
Internally protected against overload, short circuit, incorrect connection, and voltage transients

Specifications

Physical (With Mounting Flange)
Model	Length	Width	Height	Weight
NG1	11 7/8"	6 3/8"	3 1/8"	5 lbs.
NG3	16 3/4"	8 1/2"	3 1/2"	15 lbs.
NG5	20 1/2"	10 1/4"	4"	25 lbs.

Operating
Model	Input Voltage	Pack Voltage	Input Current	Output Current	Maximum Capacity
NG1	115V AC 50-60 Hz	96V DC	12A rms	9A DC	900W
NG3	115V AC 50-60 Hz	96-144V DC	18A rms	11-16A DC	1500W
NG3	230V AC 50-60 Hz	96-288V DC	14A rms	8-26A DC	2800W
NG5	230V AC 50-60 Hz	96-240V DC	30A rms	18-50A DC	4800W

Returns accepted for warranty issues ONLY, for replacement. No cash refunds.
For ordering and warranty information, see the Order Info page.