Pro Charge Ultra (10A to 60A and 12V, 24V, 32V, 36V, 48V models available) (5yr Warranty)

Name: Pro Charge Ultra (10A to 60A and 12V, 24V, 32V, 36V, 48V models available) (5yr Warranty)
Brand: Sterling Power Product
SKU: PCU1210

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£289.18

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2015-2022 Pro Charge Ultra Instructions

2022+ Pro Charge Ultra Instructions

UL certificate

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5 Year warranty

With our years of experience in this market everything we could possibly think of was combined into this product range, resulting in the Ultimate Battery Charger. However, do not take our word for it. This was confirmed on its first competative test with Sailing Today Magazine where it won premium product against the toughest competitiors (Mastervolt and victron plus others). It was described as "this has to be the most flexible marine charger on the market today". Similarly, the Pro Charge Ultra won the innovation award at IBEX Kentucky 2010, the largest international boat building exhibition in the USA where the Pro Charge Ultra has been recently relseased onto the market.

What size of charger do I need? Most companies recommend a battery charger to be about 10% of the amp hr capacity of the batteries requiring to be charged. However, if you have a generator set onboard and you wish to charge your batteries faster - ie, to save fuel, then depending on your budget, you can easily double the charger size to reduce your generator running hours and achieve the charge faster.	Larger requirements? After your final calculations are made, if you require a larger charger, then the Sterling range, because they are digital chargers, can be added together. For larger requirements simply add units (2-3-4 etc) together to meet your requirements. Multiple smaller units can offer some advantages over one larger unit: They tend to be lower cost, have a built-in redundancy (in the event of one failing), and enable you to switch one off in the event of low shore power facility.
Power Factor Correction Power efficiency of the Pro Charge Ultra is significantly higher than its predecessors. The PCU runs at >90% efficiency and the power factor is rated at 0.99PFC. This is in contrast to a non-PFC charger which runs at approximately 65% efficiency. Thus, the same power output with a reduced power input saves you money on kilowatt-hours. Other major benefits of PFC: the unit can run off a dirty / modified / quasi sine wave from a generator. Less heat is also liberated during operation, reducing fan usage.	Synchronized Rectification Modern, synchronized rectification with MOSFET technology makes the Pro Charge Ultra Series 9% more effective. Less heat liberated and increased efficiency are features of this latest technology. Boasting an elegant yet functional design, the housing was designed by a renowned American product designer. It features optimal function, clean lines, and a combination of corrosion-protected metal and non-ferrous components.
11 preset charging algorithms & 1 custom set The Pro Charge Ultra has 11 different charging characteristics for types such as Gel, AGM, sealed, open, calcium, and LiFePO4. A 12th custom profile allows users to enter absorption and float voltages directly via the front panel—no computer needed.	Automatic Desulphation / Equalization Every 7–10 days the Pro Charge Ultra performs a desulphation / equalisation and anti-stratification cycle, keeping your batteries young and rejuvenated.
Performance monitoring LED bar A bar of LEDs displays the percentage to which the charger is operating. Easily readable at a glance.	32 LED display 32 LEDs on the front panel provide information on charge status, battery chemistry, temperature, voltage warnings, and more.
Redundant high voltage protection In the event of processor failure, a backup analogue-controlled safety circuit shuts down the unit, doubling safety levels.	Variable fan speed Fan speed is controlled by internal temperature to reduce noise, using thermostatically controlled forced-draft cooling.
Programmable power reduction Performance can be set to 100%, 75%, 50%, or 25% via the front panel or remote. Useful with small generators or to reduce fan noise.	Three isolated charge outputs Pro Charge Ultra has 3 isolated outputs (PCU 12V/10A has 2), allowing independent charging of separate banks: starter, domestic, generator.
Small, lightweight, and powerful The PCU series is compact with a small footprint. Example: 12V/60A model is extremely lightweight.	Voltage + Current LED display Two LED matrices: one shows output voltage, the other shows output current.
Splash protection For vertical mounting, unit has drip protection (IP22) and meets ABYC drip test standards.	Global Application Operates from 80–270VAC (40–70Hz) and 130–320VDC input ranges.

New features on this product surpassing that of standard battery chargers include:
1) 11 pre-programmed battery curves including: Open/Sealed lead acid, AGM, Gel, LiFePO4.
2) 1 custom set, can be set from charger, unlike our competitors there is no need for a computer to do this operation, all can be done from the front panel.
3) 2 x digital meters for current and voltage measurement and a 32 LED information display.
4) 1 x power meter to show what reserve power left in the unit.
5) PFC, active, up to 0.99 PF, ensuring efficient power conversion, up to almost 90% as opposed to about 60% for older, non-PFC technology.
6) % power reduction to allow unit to work with restricted power available (available on local control or remote control panel).
7) De-sulphation auto cycle built in to software.
8) New, low activity, standby mode to increase battery life.
9) Battery health program every 7-10 days .
10) Multiple speed fan control. This reduces unnecessary fan noise experienced by the customer, even though the new extreme efficiency reduces the need for fans. At high ambient temperatures (40-50 deg C), however, fans would still be required to ensure operation.
11) Primary (processor digitally controlled) and an emergency backup secondary (analogue controlled) high voltage trip.
12) 32 LED information panel to ensure maximum information transmitted to owner.
13) Internal scan and systems check to ensure product is okay.
14) Remote control option.
15) Small footprint and light weight.
16) Include battery temperature sensor to give temperature compensation and high temp trip.
17) As with all our marine chargers all metals used are non-ferrous or heavily protected, so no corrosion.
18) New synchronised rectification output as opposed to diode output, giving up to an extra 9% efficiency.
19) Conforms to ABYC drip test, is waterproof from water directly dropped on to the top of the unit (+/ - 17 deg) if installed correctly (vertically).
20) Thermostatically controlled force draft cooling.
21) The printed circuit boards are conformal coated for high humidity and salt air operations.

Remote Control (optional) 5m of cable
With the optional remote control many features can be operated from a distance and all important information can be read. The remote control can be used both as an installation or attached as a mounted unit.

Information from the remote control
Charging voltage (V) and charge current (A)
Charging stage and duration
Configured Battery Type
Temperature of the charger
Temperature of the battery
Error Messages

Pro Charge Ultra front panel

Local Information Center

32 x LED display panel

2 x LED digital meters

1 x digital power meter

12V / 60A model, all other units pro rata

Input Voltage range	80 - 270V 40 - 70Hz
Power Factor at 230V	0.976
Efficiency	90.4%
Full load current (110 / 230V)	9.8 / 4.6 Amps
Total Harmonic Distortion	2.4% Voltage
Total Harmonic Distortion	2.4 % Current
Ripple noise (R.M.S.)	14mV
Ground Leakage	0.5mA

Generator / mains power required to run unit (watts). We recomend doubling these figures for the power required to crank the PCU up from a cold start.

12V	20 amp	approx	350 watts	700W generator due to start up
12V	30 amp	approx	500 watts	1000W generator due to start up
12V	40 amp	approx	600 watts	1200W generator due to start up
12V	50 amp	approx	750 watts	1500W generator due to start up
12V	60 amp	approx	900 watts	1800W generator due to start up
24V	20 amp	approx	600 watts	1200W generator due to start up
24V	30 amp	approx	900 watts	1800W generator due to start up
36V	20 amp	approx	900 watts	1800W generator due to start up
48V	15 amp	approx	900 watts	1800W generator due to start up

Voltmeter accuracy: ±1%
Ammeter accuracy: ±1%

Pro Charge Ultra – 80–270V / 40–70Hz AC Input

DC Voltage	Amps	Outputs	Size (L × W × D mm)	Weight (kg)	Part Number
12	10	2	260 × 215 × 90	2.0	PCU1210
12	20	3	260 × 215 × 90	2.0	PCU1220
12	30	3	260 × 215 × 90	2.0	PCU1230
12	40	3	260 × 215 × 90	2.0	PCU1240
12	50	3	315 × 215 × 90	3.0	PCU1250
12	60	3	315 × 215 × 90	3.0	PCU1260
24	20	3	260 × 215 × 90	2.0	PCU2420
24	30	3	315 × 215 × 90	3.0	PCU2430
36	20	3	315 × 215 × 90	3.0	PCU3620
48	15	3	315 × 215 × 90	3.0	PCU4815
Remote control + 10m cable			110 × 68 × 20	0.05	PCUR
French Label – Sticker for PCU					PCULF
German Label – Sticker for PCU					PCULG
Spanish Label – Sticker for PCU					PCULS