Battery Charger Ansmann ALCS 2-12

The Ansmann ALCS 2-12 is an outdoor battery charger designed for sealed lead acid (VRLA) batteries. It provides stable charging with an output current of 0.4 A and supports input voltages from 100–240 V. The charger includes safety features such as protection against short circuit, reverse polarity and overcharge, and is lightweight for easy handling.

Advantages

The charger supports IU charging characteristic and automatic recharge when the battery remains connected, allowing safe long-term maintenance. It is suitable for standby and parallel mode, offers protection against incorrect connection and short circuits, and is compact and portable for seasonal storage or external use.

Suitable for

• Maintenance charging of sealed lead acid (VRLA) batteries
• Winter storage and trickle maintenance to prevent deep discharge
• Small standby battery systems and parallel battery arrangements

Key specifications

• Brand: ANSMANN
• Model: ALCS 2-12 (MPN 1001-0015)
• EAN: 4013674021727
• Input voltage: 100–240 V
• Output current: 0.4 A
• Suitable battery type: Sealed Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries
• Features: short-circuit, reverse polarity and overcharge protection; IU charging characteristic; automatic recharge
• Weight: approx. 135 g

How to use

Connect the charger to the mains (100–240 V) and attach the output leads to the battery terminals, observing correct polarity. The charger operates with the IU charging characteristic and will charge the battery until the maintenance stage is reached. It can be left connected for automatic recharging when the battery voltage drops. Use standby or parallel mode according to the battery system requirements.

Recommendations

Use the Ansmann ALCS 2-12 for routine maintenance of VRLA batteries and during winter storage to avoid deep discharge. Ensure correct polarity when connecting and follow manufacturer safety instructions. Do not use for battery chemistries other than sealed lead acid unless explicitly permitted by the battery manufacturer.