{"product_id":"victron-argodiode-battery-isolator-180-3ac-180a-3-batteries","title":"Victron Argodiode Battery Isolator 180-3AC 180A - 3 Batteries","description":"\u003ch1\u003eArgodiode Battery Isolator 180-3AC 180A - 3 Batteries\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eArgodiode Battery Isolators allow simultaneous charging of two or more batteries from one alternator, without connecting the batteries. Discharging the accessory battery for example will not result in also discharging the starter battery. Low voltage drop due to the use of high-efficiency Schottky diodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Argo Battery Isolators feature a low voltage drop thanks to the use of Schottky diodes: at low current, the voltage drop is approximately 0.3 V, and at the rated output of approximately 0.45 V. All models are fitted with a compensation diode that can be used to slightly increase the output voltage of the alternator. This compensates for the voltage drop over the diodes in the isolator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimply inserting the isolator in the cabling between the alternator and the batteries will slightly reduce charge voltage. The result can be that batteries are not charged to the full 100% and age prematurely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternator energize input \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome alternators need DC voltage on the B+ output to start charging. Obviously, DC will be present when the alternator is directly connected to a battery. Inserting a Diode or FET splitter will however prevent any return voltage\/current from the batteries to the B+, and the alternator will not start. The‘AC’ diode isolators feature a special current limited energize input that will power the B+ when the engine run\/stop switch is closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact your dealer for any returns, repairs or support issues related to this product.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows simultaneous charging of multiple batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow voltage drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-efficiency Schottky diodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompensation diode for increased output voltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial current limited energize input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 180-3AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Amperage: 180A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Batteries: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLearn More:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Battery_isolator\" onclick=\"window.open(this.href, 'popup', 'height=600,width=800'); return false;\"\u003eBattery Isolator on Wikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50364451455297,"sku":"8719076019121","price":109.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/3372\/1153\/files\/CWR-106484_8719076019121_image1.jpg?v=1758770568","url":"https:\/\/www.atlantisshowroom.com\/products\/victron-argodiode-battery-isolator-180-3ac-180a-3-batteries","provider":"Atlantis Showroom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}