{"product_id":"victron-argodiode-160-2ac-battery-isolator-160a","title":"Victron Argodiode 160-2AC 2 batteries 160A - ARG160201020","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eVictron Argodiode 160-2AC Battery Isolator 2 Batteries 160A\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Victron Argodiode 160-2AC is a diode-based battery isolator designed to charge two separate battery banks simultaneously from a single alternator or charger, without allowing current to flow between them. It is suited to marine, vehicle and off-grid applications where battery bank isolation is a fundamental requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e160A continuous current rating supports high-demand charging systems with a single alternator input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo isolated outputs allow simultaneous charging of two independent battery banks from one source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiode-based isolation prevents discharge from one battery bank to another, protecting starter and service batteries from cross-drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2AC designation indicates two alternator\/charger inputs and two battery outputs in a compact single unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAluminium heatsink construction dissipates heat generated by the diode voltage drop during high-current operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSKU: ARG160201020 | GTIN: 8719076019114 | Weight: 1.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiode isolators work by allowing current to flow in one direction only. When a charging source is active, current flows from the alternator or charger through the diodes to both battery banks. When the charging source is inactive, the diodes block any reverse flow, so a discharged battery cannot drain its neighbour. This makes the Argodiode particularly useful in dual-battery setups where a starter battery must remain protected from the demands placed on a service or leisure bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 160A rating makes this unit appropriate for systems with a mid-to-large alternator or a high-output battery charger feeding two banks. One practical consideration with diode isolators is the inherent forward voltage drop across the diodes, typically 0.5V to 0.7V. This means the charging voltage reaching the batteries will be slightly lower than the source voltage. In systems using a Victron alternator regulator or a smart charger, this drop can be compensated by adjusting the charge voltage setpoint upward accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit is built around an aluminium heatsink body, which is essential for managing the thermal load at sustained high currents. Correct mounting to a thermally conductive surface or with adequate airflow is important for reliable long-term operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModel: Argodiode 160-2AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSKU: ARG160201020\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum current: 160A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNumber of battery outputs: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGTIN: 8719076019114\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMarine vessels with separate starter and service battery banks charged from a single alternator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCampervans and motorhomes requiring isolation between the vehicle starter battery and a leisure battery bank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOff-grid cabins or vehicles where two battery banks must be charged from one source without interconnection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommercial vehicles with auxiliary power requirements needing protected starter battery isolation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Victron Argodiode 160-2AC battery isolator unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be carried out by a qualified electrician or experienced marine\/vehicle electrical engineer. The unit must be mounted securely to a surface that allows adequate heat dissipation. Ensure all cabling is rated for the full 160A load and that appropriate fusing is fitted on the input and output lines. Account for the diode voltage drop when setting charge voltage on the source device. This product is not intended for grid-connected applications and does not require G98 or G99 compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59856047079758,"sku":"ARG160201020","price":65.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3698\/8238\/files\/VoltaconSolar_-_ARG160201020_-_Argodiode_160-2AC_2_batteries_160A.webp?v=1781101894","url":"https:\/\/voltaconsolar.com\/products\/victron-argodiode-160-2ac-battery-isolator-160a","provider":"VoltaconSolar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}