Sentry 32 volt charger problem

[KPTIM]

Be careful considering the Analytic Systems device. This is really a dual battery bank isolator made to be used with an alternator not intended for use with a battery charger. Talk directly with the manufacture first.

Tim
1979 53' MY

[davidwigler]

Problem solved:

http://www.invertersupply.com/index....FdY6gQodqXECsA

[davidwigler]

Be careful considering the Analytic Systems device. This is really a dual battery bank isolator made to be used with an alternator not intended for use with a battery charger. Talk directly with the manufacture first.

Tim
1979 53' MY

Hi David,

Thank you for contacting us regarding your charger questions. We have a couple of options in regard to 3-bank charging:

1. We can supply a charger with 3-bank charging option installed (no need to add an automatic charging relay). Attached data sheets for our 600W, 1000W and 1500W chargers that can accommodate this built-in option. Our 300W model BCA310 Series is capable of 3-bank output by default.
2. We can also supply a battery isolator (see IBIseries Datasheet for info.), which is the same as an “automatic charging relay”, however, our IBI Series Battery Isolators are very efficient with extremely low voltage drop. They can handle from 200A to 380A depending on the model choice. These are designed to be used with an alternator, but can be used to convert a single bank battery charger to a 2 or 3 bank charger.

If you let me know where you’re located I can point you in the direction of our nearest authorized Distributor for pricing and purchase.

Best Regards,
Bruce Jones
NA Sales Manager | Analytic Systems
t. 778.724.4658 tf. 800.668.3884 ext 203 f. 604.946.9983
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David,

I deal with a lot of Hatteras owners since we’re one of the only manufacturers that will make 32V chargers, and we’re known for our high quality rugged designs (made here in our facility). Here’s the IBI pricing for 2017:

Part Number
Description
Input Volts
Output Amps Continuous
US$
IBI1-40-200
200A, 40V Single Bank Ideal Battery Isolator
10 - 40 VDC
200
$151
IBI1-40-280
280A, 40V Single Bank Ideal Battery Isolator
10 - 40 VDC
280
$192
IBI1-40-340
340A, 40V Single Bank Ideal Battery Isolator
10 - 40 VDC
340
$233
IBI2-40-200
200A, 40V 2 Bank Ideal Battery Isolator
10 - 40 VDC
200
$192
IBI2H-40-280
280A, 40V 2 Bank Ideal Battery Isolator, High Output
10 - 40 VDC
280
$233
IBI3-40-200
200A, 40V 3 Bank Ideal Battery Isolator
10 - 40 VDC
200
$233

Please contact one of our authorized distributors to purchase:

CED Marine
(321)639-7128
Rockledge, FL 32955
Rich Lasby
sales@cedmarine.com

Galco Industrial
(248)336-4533 / (855) 388-9492 ext 4533
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Theresa Ryterski
TRyterski@Galco.com


Best Regards,
Bruce Jones
NA Sales Manager | Analytic Systems
t. 778.724.4658 tf. 800.668.3884 ext 203 f. 604.946.9983
website | vcard | email

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[Boatsb]

Isolating battery banks is not the same as separate charger banks. No matter what an isolator does it will not be the same.

Most Alternators are made to keep battery banks charged not to recharge batteries in place of a charger.

I'm sure many will do what they want anyway but I just wanted to put the facts out there.

[SKYCHENEY]

Be careful considering the Analytic Systems device. This is really a dual battery bank isolator made to be used with an alternator not intended for use with a battery charger. Talk directly with the manufacture first.

Tim
1979 53' MY

I've had an Analytic charger on my boat since 2004. It works great. 2 bank charger, 240v input, and it has an equalization mode. My batteries are 10 years old and still going strong, both banks. Talk is cheap. I have the real world results.

[krush]

I'd replace it. Get a smart charger and forget those old heavy beasts. I can't imagine not being able to run an equalization on my batteries. Its extends the life by years.

http://www.invertersupply.com/index....FQUpaQodqbMMoA

Problem solved:

http://www.invertersupply.com/index....FdY6gQodqXECsA

Echo....ECHO..............lol

[MikeP]

Problem solved:

http://www.invertersupply.com/index....FdY6gQodqXECsA

Looks like a very nice unit! Reading about it/reading Sky's post, it looks to me like the battery charger equivalent of the Outback Inverter - THE component to have for the particular function on an old Hatt!

[MikeP]

This added after some additional reading - I didn't realize that the links supplied are for two different chargers - I would assume that the 1000W would be the minimum one for a boat with similar systems to a 53MY with a 1500 or thereabouts being preferred. But I could be wrong... Sky?

The above is based upon the rating of the old LaMarche and that of the Outback 3232. I have never done any real research on the actual wattage required to maintain the batts/run the systems. Obviously, a very low wattage charger can charge/maintain batteries, but in would take a lot longer to recharge after a night on the hook and there would be little/no available extra current to operate DC items while charging. FWIW, the Outback specs show it can supply 1440W of charging power; the LaMarche was around that same range as I recall though when I replaced the LaMarche, I found that the OB could recharge the batts in less than 1/2 the time. But maybe the LaM was getting clapped out after 25 years...

[SKYCHENEY]

This added after some additional reading - I didn't realize that the links supplied are for two different chargers - I would assume that the 1000W would be the minimum one for a boat with similar systems to a 53MY with a 1500 or thereabouts being preferred. But I could be wrong... Sky?

The above is based upon the rating of the old LaMarche and that of the Outback 3232. I have never done any real research on the actual wattage required to maintain the batts/run the systems. Obviously, a very low wattage charger can charge/maintain batteries, but in would take a lot longer to recharge after a night on the hook and there would be little/no available extra current to operate DC items while charging. FWIW, the Outback specs show it can supply 1440W of charging power; the LaMarche was around that same range as I recall though when I replaced the LaMarche, I found that the OB could recharge the batts in less than 1/2 the time. But maybe the LaM was getting clapped out after 25 years...

Mike,
I have the 1000 and I use it most of the time. When we anchor out, I use the Outback because it charges much faster than the Analytic and I want minimum generator run time. At the dock, I don't care, so I use the Analytic.

[davidwigler]

They make a 600 watt charger too.

http://www.invertersupply.com/index....oducts_id=3992

300 to 600 watts ought to be plenty for maintenance at the dock if you have an Outback for charging a depleted inverter bank. I have replaced all of my DC bulbs with LEDs so there is little draw on the charger on shore power.