{"title":"Diode Splitters","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"argo-1602ac-2-accus-160a","title":"Argo 1602AC 2 batteries 160A","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\u003cbr\u003ea single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes.\u003cbr\u003eFor example, when the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully\u003cbr\u003echarged.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMaximum Charging Current \t: 160 A\u003cbr\u003eMaximum alternator current \t: 160 A\u003cbr\u003eNumber of batteries \t: 2\u003cbr\u003eWeight \t: 1.2 kg\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 150\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArgo load current distributors are used in installations where different batteries\u003cbr\u003e(in a 12 or 24-volt circuit) are used independently of each other.\u003cbr\u003eLoad current distributors are needed to charge accessory and starter batteries separately in, for example, yachts and\u003cbr\u003emotorhomes. This could also be done with a manual switch. However, a manual\u003cbr\u003eswitch or isolation relay does not offer maximum safety (when switching over,\u003cbr\u003ethe voltage from the alternator increases) and can even cause a fire (arcing\u003cbr\u003eduring pulsating current draw). We therefore recommend using the Argo load current distributor.\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the different battery banks are charged simultaneously\u003cbr\u003eand separately with an Argo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\r\na single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes.\r\nFor example, when the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully\r\ncharged.\r\n \r\nMaximum Charging Current \t: 160 A\r\nMaximum alternator current \t: 160 A\r\nNumber of batteries \t: 2\r\nWeight \t: 1.2 kg\r\nDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 150\r\n\r\nArgo load current distributors are used in installations where different batteries\r\n(in a 12 or 24-volt circuit) are used independently of each other.\r\nLoad current distributors are needed to charge accessory and starter batteries separately in, for example, yachts and\r\nmotorhomes. This could also be done with a manual switch. However, a manual\r\nswitch or isolation relay does not offer maximum safety (when switching over,\r\nthe voltage from the alternator increases) and can even cause a fire (arcing\r\nduring pulsating current draw). We therefore recommend using the Argo load current distributor. Furthermore, the different battery banks are charged simultaneously\r\nand separately with an Argo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63846115115338,"sku":"ARG160201020","price":122.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4971\/8858\/files\/Argo-802AC-2-accus-80A_md3O3Cb.png?v=1791438152"},{"product_id":"argo-1403ac-3-accus-120a","title":"Argo 1403AC 3 batteries 120A","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with a single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated by the diodes. For example, when the service battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully charged. Thanks to the use of Schottky diodes, the voltage drop of the Argo load current distributors is very low: only 0.3 V at low current and 0.45 V at maximum current. This is no less than 50% better than traditional diodes!!\u003cbr\u003eMaximum Charging Current \t: 80 A\u003cbr\u003eMaximum alternator current \t: 80 A\u003cbr\u003eNumber of batteries \t: 2\u003cbr\u003eWeight \t: 0.8 kg\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 90   M8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator compensation connection\u003cbr\u003eAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motor's ignition switch is turned to the ignition position. You connect the energize connection to the switched contact of your ignition switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFET load current distributors\u003cbr\u003eA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntelligent isolation relays\u003cbr\u003eEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with a single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated by the diodes. For example, when the service battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully charged. Thanks to the use of Schottky diodes, the voltage drop of the Argo load current distributors is very low: only 0.3 V at low current and 0.45 V at maximum current. This is no less than 50% better than traditional diodes!!\r\nMaximum Charging Current \t: 80 A\r\nMaximum alternator current \t: 80 A\r\nNumber of batteries \t: 2\r\nWeight \t: 0.8 kg\r\nDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 90   M8\r\n\r\n\r\nAlternator compensation connection\r\nAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\r\n\r\nAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motor's ignition switch is turned to the ignition position. You connect the energize connection to the switched contact of your ignition switch.\r\n\r\nFET load current distributors\r\nA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\r\n\r\nIntelligent isolation relays\r\nEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63846115180874,"sku":"ARG140301020","price":129.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4971\/8858\/files\/Argo-802AC-2-accus-80A_gxoK4KX.png?v=1791438154"},{"product_id":"argo-1202ac-2-accus-120a","title":"Argo 1202AC 2 batteries 120A","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\u003cbr\u003ea single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes.\u003cbr\u003eFor example, when the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully\u003cbr\u003echarged.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMaximum Charging Current \t: 120A\u003cbr\u003eMaximum alternator current \t: 120 A\u003cbr\u003eNumber of batteries \t: 2\u003cbr\u003eWeight \t: 1.2 kg\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 115 M8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator compensation connection\u003cbr\u003eAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motorcycle ignition switch is turned to the ignition position. You connect the energize connection to the switched contact of your ignition switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFET load current distributors\u003cbr\u003eA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntelligent isolation relays\u003cbr\u003eEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\r\na single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes.\r\nFor example, when the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully\r\ncharged.\r\n \r\nMaximum Charging Current \t: 120A\r\nMaximum alternator current \t: 120 A\r\nNumber of batteries \t: 2\r\nWeight \t: 1.2 kg\r\nDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 115 M8\r\n\r\nAlternator compensation connection\r\nAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\r\n\r\nAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motorcycle ignition switch is turned to the ignition position. You connect the energize connection to the switched contact of your ignition switch.\r\n\r\nFET load current distributors\r\nA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\r\n\r\nIntelligent isolation relays\r\nEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63846115213642,"sku":"ARG120201020","price":103.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4971\/8858\/files\/Argo-802AC-2-accus-80A_ASUj4sX.png?v=1791438155"},{"product_id":"argo-1003-ac-3-accus-100a","title":"Argo 1003 AC 3 batteries 100A","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\u003cbr\u003ea single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes.\u003cbr\u003eFor example, if the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully\u003cbr\u003echarged.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMaximum Charging Current \t: 100 A\u003cbr\u003eMaximum alternator current \t: 100 A\u003cbr\u003eNumber of batteries \t: 3\u003cbr\u003eWeight \t: 1.2 kg\u003cbr\u003eDimensions \t: 60 x 120 x 115 M8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator compensation connection\u003cbr\u003eAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motorcycle ignition switch is turned to the ignition position. You connect the energize connection to the switched ignition of your ignition switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFET load current distributors\u003cbr\u003eA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntelligent isolation relays\u003cbr\u003eEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\r\na single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes.\r\nFor example, if the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully\r\ncharged.\r\n \r\nMaximum Charging Current \t: 100 A\r\nMaximum alternator current \t: 100 A\r\nNumber of batteries \t: 3\r\nWeight \t: 1.2 kg\r\nDimensions \t: 60 x 120 x 115 M8\r\n\r\nAlternator compensation connection\r\nAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\r\n\r\nAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motorcycle ignition switch is turned to the ignition position. You connect the energize connection to the switched ignition of your ignition switch.\r\n\r\nFET load current distributors\r\nA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\r\n\r\nIntelligent isolation relays\r\nEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63846115246410,"sku":"ARG100301000","price":91.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4971\/8858\/files\/Argo-802AC-2-accus-80A_BtsHx6C.png?v=1791438158"},{"product_id":"argo-802sc-2-accus-80a","title":"Argo 802SC 2 batteries 80A","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a charge current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\u003cbr\u003ea single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes. When\u003cbr\u003efor example the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully charged.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMaximum Charging Current \t: 80 A\u003cbr\u003eMaximum alternator current \t: 80 A\u003cbr\u003eNumber of batteries \t: 2\u003cbr\u003eWeight \t: 0.8 kg\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 90\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArgo charge current distributors are used in installations where different batteries\u003cbr\u003e(in a 12 or 24 Volt circuit) are used independently of each other.\u003cbr\u003eCharge current distributors are needed to charge accessory and starter batteries separately in, for example, yachts and\u003cbr\u003emotorhomes. This could also be done with a manual switch. However, a manual\u003cbr\u003eswitch or isolation relay does not offer maximum safety (when switching over\u003cbr\u003ethe voltage from the alternator increases) and can even cause fire (arcing\u003cbr\u003eduring pulsating current draw). We therefore recommend using the Argo charge current distributor.\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the different battery banks are charged simultaneously\u003cbr\u003eand separately with an Argo. The SC series is the cheaper version of the AC!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a charge current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with\r\na single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated  by the diodes. When\r\nfor example the accessory battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully charged.\r\n \r\nMaximum Charging Current \t: 80 A\r\nMaximum alternator current \t: 80 A\r\nNumber of batteries \t: 2\r\nWeight \t: 0.8 kg\r\nDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 90\r\n\r\nArgo charge current distributors are used in installations where different batteries\r\n(in a 12 or 24 Volt circuit) are used independently of each other.\r\nCharge current distributors are needed to charge accessory and starter batteries separately in, for example, yachts and\r\nmotorhomes. This could also be done with a manual switch. However, a manual\r\nswitch or isolation relay does not offer maximum safety (when switching over\r\nthe voltage from the alternator increases) and can even cause fire (arcing\r\nduring pulsating current draw). We therefore recommend using the Argo charge current distributor. Furthermore, the different battery banks are charged simultaneously\r\nand separately with an Argo. The SC series is the cheaper version of the AC!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63846115311946,"sku":"ARG080202000","price":53.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4971\/8858\/files\/Argo-802AC-2-accus-80A_1PQc6jS.png?v=1791438161"},{"product_id":"argo-802ac-2-accus-80a","title":"Argo 802AC 2 batteries 80A","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with a single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated by the diodes. For example, when the service battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully charged. Thanks to the use of Schottky diodes, the voltage drop of the Argo load current distributors is very low: only 0.3 V at low current and 0.45 V at maximum current. This is no less than 50% better than traditional diodes!!\u003cbr\u003eMaximum Charging Current \t: 80 A\u003cbr\u003eMaximum alternator current \t: 80 A\u003cbr\u003eNumber of batteries \t: 2\u003cbr\u003eWeight \t: 0.8 kg\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 90   M8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator compensation connection\u003cbr\u003eAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motor's ignition switch is turned to the ON position. You connect the energize connection to the switched contact of your ignition switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFET load current distributors\u003cbr\u003eA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntelligent isolation relays\u003cbr\u003eEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a load current distributor, multiple batteries can be charged simultaneously with a single alternator. During discharge, the batteries are separated by the diodes. For example, when the service battery is discharged, the starter battery will remain fully charged. Thanks to the use of Schottky diodes, the voltage drop of the Argo load current distributors is very low: only 0.3 V at low current and 0.45 V at maximum current. This is no less than 50% better than traditional diodes!!\r\nMaximum Charging Current \t: 80 A\r\nMaximum alternator current \t: 80 A\r\nNumber of batteries \t: 2\r\nWeight \t: 0.8 kg\r\nDimensions (lxwxh) \t: 60 x 120 x 90   M8\r\n\r\n\r\nAlternator compensation connection\r\nAll ARGO AC models are equipped with a compensation diode output that can be connected to the alternator to slightly increase the alternator voltage. This compensates for the voltage drop across the load current distribution diodes. This is a different connection for each alternator regulator.\r\n\r\nAlternator ‘energize’ connection Some alternators only start charging if there is voltage present on the B+ connection. When the alternator is connected directly to a battery, there will be voltage on the B+ connection. However, a diode or FET load current distributor isolates the batteries from the alternator so that it will not start. The new ARGO diode load current distributors have a separate current-limited ‘Energize’ connection with which voltage can be applied to the B+ connection when the motor's ignition switch is turned to the ON position. You connect the energize connection to the switched contact of your ignition switch.\r\n\r\nFET load current distributors\r\nA better but more expensive solution is the FET load current distributor, which has a maximum loss of 0.1V!\r\n\r\nIntelligent isolation relays\r\nEspecially for vehicles, we recommend intelligent isolation relays to charge a second battery. A major advantage compared to a diode or FET load current distributor is that the car installation does not need to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63846115377482,"sku":"ARG080201000","price":67.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4971\/8858\/files\/Argo-802AC-2-accus-80A_pshLaii.png?v=1791438162"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4971\/8858\/collections\/diode-splitters.png?v=1791433168","url":"https:\/\/bootland.nl\/en\/collections\/diode-splitters.oembed","provider":"Bootland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}