The BCH 221B is a Polymer Li-Ion (PLI) battery charger, designed to fast charge 2 BPK221 batteries, from a 12V DC power supply or a 110-240V AC-DC power adapter, in a workshop or a sheltered environment.
Any other type of battery is strictly prohibited.
Description
The charger has 2 positions (Pack 1 and Pack 2). The indicators are:
POWER (Green LED)
PACK 1 and PACK 2 charge
(Red LED: Charging, Green LED: Full charge)
Over/Under voltage red LED warning
Over/Under temperature range red LED warning
The power is provided through AC/DC adapter when supplied from the mains.
Electrical Characteristics
Power supply
12V DC power supply (10.8V to 13.2V) (with 12V DC Cord)
AC mains: 110-240V, 50/60 Hz + 10% (with AC/DC adapter)
Maximum consumption during charging at +25°C: 2.90A at 12V DC or
Fast charge
Simultaneous charging for both batteries at the rate of C/2 (1.30A) per battery
Typical charging time for each battery is less than 4 hours
End of charge
Minimum charge current in Constant Voltage mode
Timer (maximum charge time): 4.5 h per battery
Protections
Red LED turn on if DC voltage is out of tolerances
Red LED turns on if temperature is out of the authorised range
DC input polarity protection is by mechanical polarisation
Protection against short circuits / over currents on input power (Replaceable fuse)
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions
Width: 193 mm (7.6 in) Height: 65 mm (2.56 in) Length: 120 mm (4.72 in)
