Victron Argofet 200-2 battery isolator, two batteries, 200A
- Brand:
- Victron Energy
- Part no:
- ARG200201020R
Where to buy
Specifications
- Type
- Fet
- System voltage
- 12 V or 24 V
- Battery outputs
- 2
Manuals and data sheets
- Argo Fet Battery Isolator with alternator energize input manual (PDF)www.victronenergy.com
- Argofet Battery Isolators with alternator energize input data sheet (PDF)www.victronenergy.com
Full data sheet
Victron Energy, part number ARG200201020R
Technical
- Alternator Energize Input
- Yes
- Maximum alternator current
- 200 A
- Maximum charge current
- 200 A
- Nominal Battery Voltage
- 12V or 24V
- Number of batteries
- 2
Connections
- Battery Terminals
- M8 bolts
- Ground Terminal
- Faston 6.3 mm
- Energize Terminal
- Faston 6.3 mm
- Alternator Terminal
- M8 bolts
Enclosure
- Height
- 65 mm (2.6 in)
- Width
- 120 mm (4.7 in)
- Depth
- 200 mm (7.9 in)
- Weight
- 1.4 kg (3.1 lb)
The Victron Argofet 200-2 is a battery isolator for two batteries. It lets one alternator charge both without connecting the batteries together, with a maximum charge current of 200 A and a nominal battery voltage of 12 V or 24 V. It has an alternator energize input and weighs 1.4 kg. Victron gives its voltage drop as under 0,02 Volt at low current, averaging 0,1 Volt at higher currents. Its part number is ARG200201020R.
Our take
The Argofet 200-2 feeds two batteries from one alternator at up to 200 A, and its voltage drop averages just 0,1 Volt at higher currents. That small loss means the batteries see close to the alternator's voltage while staying separate. It is rated for 12 V or 24 V.
From our buying guide
NMMA says not to mix battery chemistries or types in the same bank, and the makers add their own limits.
Check before you buy:
- Each maker sets its own alternator rules. Battle Born calls a DC-to-DC charger a simple and safe way to use alternator charging.
- Battle Born warns that a BMS shutdown leaves the vessel without power, and that one during alternator charging can severely damage the alternator.
- Ignition protection on a charger or switch is the maker's statement, so read what it says and which standard it names.