{"product_id":"usautomatic-520001-solar-battery-controller-10a","title":"USAutomatic 520001 Solar Battery Controller - 10A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSolar Battery Controller for 12 and 24VDC Battery Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe USAutomatic 520001 is a 10-amp PWM solar battery controller designed to charge 12VDC or 24VDC batteries using a solar panel or DC transformer input. It is used primarily with USAutomatic gate operators but functions with any gate operator or application requiring solar-based battery charging, including systems from other manufacturers. Power source input accepts USAutomatic solar panels (520026, 520028, 520030, 520031) or the USAutomatic DC transformer (520009). Lithium-ion batteries are not supported; compatible battery types are SLA, FLD, GEL, and AGM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller auto-detects 12 or 24VDC battery voltage on connection and manages the full charge cycle through PWM mode, transitioning to float charging at 14.2VDC (12V systems) or 27.6VDC (24V systems). An automatic cutoff engages below 10.8VDC to protect the battery from deep discharge. The LCD screen displays live battery voltage and charge current readings. A USB outlet provides up to 1.5 amps for auxiliary device power. Battery connections accept an Anderson Power Plug or direct wire leads (14-18 gauge). Power source inputs accept a 2.5mm DC plug or direct wire leads (14-18 gauge). Do not install in a sealed enclosure with flooded lead-acid batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePWM charging mode with automatic transition to float charging at 14.2VDC (12V) or 27.6VDC (24V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-detects 12 or 24VDC battery; 24VDC charging requires a 24V solar panel input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts solar panels up to 130 watts or USAutomatic DC transformer 520009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLCD display shows live battery voltage and charge current readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic battery cutoff below 10.8VDC prevents deep discharge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery reverse connection and reverse discharge protection built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB power outlet, 1.5A max, for auxiliary device power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnderson Power Plug and direct wire lead (14-18 gauge) battery connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 520001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharge Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Battery Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12VDC or 24VDC (auto-detected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Battery Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e SLA, FLD, GEL, AGM (Lithium-ion not supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Mode:\u003c\/strong\u003e PWM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloat Charge Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.2VDC (12V system) \/ 27.6VDC (24V system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Cutoff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Below 10.8VDC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Solar Panel Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130 watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDC Adapter Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20VDC @ 1.2A max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less than 9mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5A max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anderson Power Plug or direct wire leads 14-18 gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5mm DC plug or direct wire leads 14-18 gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Power Sources:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solar panels. USAutomatic solar panels 520026, 520028, 520030, 520031; DC transformer 520009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e LCD with voltage and charge current readout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 in x 2.9 in x 1.06 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.65 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAutomatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 520001 handles the full charge cycle automatically from initial charge through float maintenance, making it a low-intervention option for solar-powered gate operator installations. It works with USAutomatic operators and any other system requiring solar or DC transformer battery charging at 12 or 24VDC. Confirm your solar panel output does not exceed 130 watts and that your battery type is SLA, FLD, GEL, or AGM before installing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0141\/9617\/8998\/files\/520001_manual.pdf\" class=\"elite-button\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstallation \/ User Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"USAutomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49121572618548,"sku":"520001","price":85.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0141\/9617\/8998\/files\/520001.jpg?v=1777934386","url":"https:\/\/theelitegateoffers.com\/products\/usautomatic-520001-solar-battery-controller-10a","provider":"Elite Gates","version":"1.0","type":"link"}