The Skylla-IP65 charger series is designed with advanced features to efficiently charge and maintain multiple battery banks, suitable for harsh environmental conditions. Here’s an overview of its key attributes and functionalities:

Skylla-IP65 (1+1) Model:

• Dual Outputs: This model includes two isolated outputs. The primary output delivers full power, while the secondary output provides up to approximately 3A with a slightly lower voltage, designed specifically for maintaining a starter battery.

Skylla-IP65 (3) Model:

• Triple Full Current Outputs: Features three isolated outputs, each capable of delivering the charger’s full rated current, allowing for the simultaneous charging of three battery banks.

Durability and Environmental Resistance:

• IP65 Protection: Enclosed in a steel epoxy powder-coated case, offering robust protection against heat, humidity, and salt air. Circuit boards are coated with acrylic for maximum corrosion resistance.
• Temperature Management: Integrated temperature sensors monitor and control the operation to prevent overheating, adjusting the output current under extreme conditions.

Monitoring and Control:

• LCD Display: Facilitates easy monitoring of the charger’s status and allows for the customization of the charge algorithm to suit specific battery requirements.
• CAN-bus Interface (NMEA2000): Enables integration into a CAN-bus network for additional control options, including connection to a Skylla-i Control panel or a Color Control digital display.

Advanced Charging Features:

• Synchronised Parallel Operation: Multiple chargers can be interconnected for parallel charging, enhancing capacity and flexibility.
• Variable Absorption Time: Adjusts the absorption phase duration based on the battery’s discharge level to prevent overcharging or undercharging.
• BatterySafe Mode: Prevents damage from excessive gassing by automatically limiting voltage increase upon reaching gassing voltage.
• Storage Mode: Reduces float voltage after 24 hours of inactivity to minimize gassing and corrosion, with periodic voltage boosts to prevent electrolyte stratification and sulphation.
• Temperature Compensation: Automatically adjusts charge voltage based on battery temperature to extend battery life, particularly beneficial for sealed lead-acid batteries or in environments with significant temperature fluctuations.
• Voltage Sense: Compensates for voltage drops due to cable resistance, ensuring the battery receives the correct charging voltage.

Additional Functionalities:

• Power Supply Capability: Can serve as a stabilized power supply in the absence of batteries or large buffer capacitors.
• Li-Ion Compatibility: Ready for Li-Ion (LiFePO4) batteries with simple on-off control via a relay or opto-coupler from a BMS, or complete control over voltage and current through the CAN-bus port.

The Skylla-IP65 charger series exemplifies cutting-edge charging technology, offering versatile, durable, and intelligent solutions for maintaining and extending the life of battery banks in demanding environments.