Product Description
LC-2258 6V & 12V 4A Smart Battery Charger
The LC-2258 6V & 12V 4A Smart Battery Charger is an intelligent multi-stage battery charger and maintainer designed for a wide range of 6V and 12V batteries. Suitable for lead acid, AGM, GEL and compatible 12V lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries, it provides automatic charging and maintenance for batteries used in cars, motorcycles, scooters and other battery-powered equipment.
Using MCU-controlled 5-stage smart charging, the LC-2258 automatically manages the charging process to recharge the battery efficiently while helping prevent overcharging. Selectable charging rates allow the charger to accommodate different battery capacities, with support for lead-acid batteries from 3Ah to 50Ah.
Key Features & Benefits
- 6V & 12V smart battery charger
- 4A maximum charging current
- Suitable for SLA, AGM, GEL and compatible lithium batteries
- Supports 12V LiFePO4 batteries
- MCU-controlled 5-stage charging for automatic battery charging and maintenance
- Selectable charging rates for different battery capacities
- Suitable for 3Ah–50Ah lead-acid batteries
- Automatic float charging for battery maintenance
- Overcharge protection
- Short circuit protection
- Reverse polarity protection
- Over-temperature and overload protection
- IP65-rated enclosure for increased protection
Smart Multi-Stage Battery Charging
The LC-2258 uses an intelligent MCU microprocessor to control its 5-stage charging process. This allows the charger to manage the battery throughout the charging cycle rather than continuously supplying a fixed charge.
Once the battery reaches the appropriate charge level, the charger can maintain it using a lower float voltage. This makes the LC-2258 suitable both for normal battery charging and for maintaining compatible batteries when required.
Lead Acid & Lithium Battery Compatibility
The LC-2258 is compatible with multiple battery technologies, making it a versatile charger for users with different battery types.
- SLA / Sealed Lead Acid
- AGM batteries
- GEL batteries
- 12V lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries
For lead-acid batteries, the charger is suitable for capacities between 3Ah and 50Ah. Always select the correct battery mode and confirm the battery manufacturer's recommended charging requirements before use.
Suitable Applications
The LC-2258 smart charger can be used for charging and maintaining compatible batteries across a variety of applications, including:
- Cars and other vehicles
- Motorcycles
- Scooters
- Mobility and battery-powered equipment
- Toy and recreational vehicles
- 6V and 12V battery maintenance
Technical Specifications
| Model | LC-2258 |
| Battery Voltage | 6V / 12V |
| Battery Types | SLA, AGM, GEL & Lithium |
| Maximum Charging Current | 4A |
| Charging Power | 60W |
| Charging Voltage Range | 0–15.5V DC |
| Charging Voltage | 14.7V / 7.35V |
| Float Charging Voltage | 13.65V / 6.8V |
| Lead Acid Battery Capacity | 3Ah–50Ah |
| Charging Method | MCU-controlled 5-stage charging |
| AC Input Voltage | 90–132V AC / 185–264V AC |
| AC Input Frequency | 47–63Hz |
| AC Input Power | 75W |
| Efficiency | 85% |
| Overload Protection | Yes |
| Short Circuit Protection | Yes |
| Reverse Polarity Protection | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Dimensions | 167 × 72 × 40mm |
| Enclosure | IP65 |
FAQs
Q: What is a smart battery charger?
A: A smart battery charger automatically controls the charging process rather than continuously supplying a fixed charge. The LC-2258 uses an MCU-controlled 5-stage charging process to charge and maintain compatible batteries.
Q: Can the LC-2258 charge both 6V and 12V batteries?
A: Yes. The LC-2258 supports compatible 6V and 12V batteries, with charging voltages appropriate to the selected battery setting.
Q: Can the LC-2258 charge AGM batteries?
A: Yes. The LC-2258 supports AGM, SLA and GEL lead-acid battery types.
Q: Can this charger charge lithium batteries?
A: Yes. The LC-2258 supports compatible 12V lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries. Always select the correct battery setting and check the battery manufacturer's charging requirements.
Q: What size lead-acid battery can the LC-2258 charge?
A: The LC-2258 is suitable for lead-acid batteries with capacities from 3Ah to 50Ah.
Q: Is this a battery maintainer as well as a charger?
A: Yes. The LC-2258 includes float charging for maintaining compatible batteries after charging.
Q: What safety protection does the LC-2258 have?
A: The charger includes overcharge, short-circuit, reverse-polarity, over-temperature and overload protection.