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The Epoch 12V & 36V Onboard Marine Lithium Battery Charger replaces two separate chargers with one permanently mounted 2-bank unit. It charges a 12V cranking or house battery and a native 36V LiFePO4 trolling motor battery at the same time from a single AC plug, making it a clean fit for bass boats and other mixed-voltage marine systems.
The 12V 15A bank offers LiFePO4, lead-acid, and AGM modes, while the 36V 10A bank is dedicated to lithium. Each bank has its own charging logic, status display, and BMS activation control, housed in an epoxy-filled IP67 enclosure with M8 ring terminals and active cooling.
Key Features
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Two independent banks: Bank 1 delivers 12V / 15A and Bank 2 delivers 36V / 10A, and both can charge at the same time.
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Selectable 12V modes: Choose LiFePO4, lead-acid, or AGM for the 12V battery with the front MODE button.
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Dedicated 36V lithium bank: The 36V output is built for a compatible native 36V LiFePO4 battery with no mode selection required.
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Lithium BMS activation: Hold MODE (12V) or ACTIVATE (36V) for 3–5 seconds to wake a compatible sleeping battery.
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Automatic full-charge shutdown: Output tapers as the battery fills, the LED changes from red to green, and charging stops.
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IP67 epoxy-filled construction: Sealed for correctly installed onboard marine use, with an aluminum housing and temperature-controlled waterproof fan.
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Pre-wired M8 ring terminals: Bolted red-positive and black-negative connections resist accidental disconnection.
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Built-in protection: Short-circuit, reverse-connection, overcharge, overtemperature, and no-load protection.
Charging Banks
- Bank 1: 12V / 15A, LiFePO4, lead-acid, or AGM, 20A replacement fuse.
- Bank 2: 36V / 10A, compatible 36V LiFePO4 only, 15A replacement fuse.
Installation
- Integrated grounded AC cord and plug.
- 274 × 245 × 99mm (approx. 10.79 × 9.65 × 3.90 in) with six 6.5mm mounting points; M6 screws recommended.
- Route each lead to its labeled battery voltage and protect cables from abrasion.
Suitable For:
- Bass boats with one 12V cranking or house battery and one native 36V LiFePO4 trolling motor battery
- Fishing boats, center consoles, pontoons, and skiffs with mixed-voltage systems
- Tournament anglers who want one onboard AC connection
- Permanent onboard installations
Please Note: Use a correctly grounded 120V-class outlet within the 105–125VAC, 60Hz input range; not a universal 120/240V charger.
Please Note: Do not charge LiFePO4 below 0°C / 32°F unless the battery has approved heating or manufacturer permission. Never charge a frozen or damaged battery.
Please Note: Not fanless: maintain more than 30mm of clearance and keep the waterproof fan and cooling surfaces unobstructed.
Please Note: Disconnect AC power before servicing battery connections.
Please Note: The charger does not replace the boat's battery disconnects, branch fusing, or DC circuit protection.
Please Note: The 12V lead must go only to a 12V battery in the correct mode; the 36V lead must go only to a compatible 36V LiFePO4 battery. Never cross-connect voltages.
Please Note: The 36V bank is not for 36V lead-acid or AGM batteries, and is not published for balancing three 12V batteries in series; use a multi-bank 12V charger for that setup.
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Specifications
Brand: Epoch Batteries
Product: 12V & 36V Onboard Marine Lithium Battery Charger
Model / SKU: CHG-2BAY-12V36V
Product type: Two-bank mixed-voltage onboard marine battery charger
Charging banks: 2 independently operating banks
Input voltage: 105–125VAC
Input frequency: 60Hz
AC connection: Integrated grounded AC cord and plug
Outlet requirement: Correctly grounded 120V-class outlet within the published voltage range
Output: 12V / 15A
Selectable battery modes: LiFePO4, lead-acid, or AGM
Mode selection: Front-panel MODE button
Lithium BMS activation: Hold MODE for approximately 3–5 seconds
Replacement fuse: 20A
Output: 36V / 10A
Battery compatibility: Compatible 36V LiFePO4 battery only
Battery chemistry selection: Dedicated lithium output; no chemistry selection required
Lithium BMS activation: Hold ACTIVATE for approximately 3–5 seconds
Replacement fuse: 15A
LED information: AC power, 12V battery type, and charge-status indicators
Charging indication: Red
Fully charged indication: Green
Full-charge behavior: Automatically stops charging after the battery reaches full charge
No-load behavior: No normal DC charge output when a battery is not connected
Battery output connections: M8 ring terminals
Polarity identification: Red positive; black negative/chassis
Ingress protection: IP67
Sealing method: Epoxy-filled enclosure
Housing: Aluminum housing with bottom aluminum cooling plate
Cooling: Temperature-controlled waterproof cooling fan
Short-circuit protection: Yes
Reverse-connection protection: Yes
Overcharge protection: Yes
Overtemperature protection: Yes
No-load protection: Yes
Wrong-voltage warning: Protection features do not permit connecting a bank to the wrong battery voltage
Working temperature: -20°C to 40°C / -4°F to 104°F
Nominal working temperature: 25°C / 77°F
Product dimensions: 274 × 245 × 99mm / approximately 10.79 × 9.65 × 3.90 in
Mounting-hole diameter: 6.5mm
Recommended mounting hardware: M6 screws appropriate for the mounting surface
Required clearance: More than 30mm around the charger; do not obstruct cooling surfaces or fan
Mounting orientation: Follow the supplied manual and keep leads, glands, indicators, and fan accessible
12V bank: Use the correct selectable mode for a compatible 12V LiFePO4, lead-acid, or AGM battery
36V bank: Use only with a compatible 36V LiFePO4 battery
Below-freezing charging: Do not charge LiFePO4 below 0°C / 32°F unless the battery has approved heating or manufacturer permission
Series-built 36V banks: Verify manufacturer-approved charging and balancing; this charger is published for a compatible 36V LiFePO4 battery
Other chemistries / voltages: Not supported unless explicitly approved by Epoch and the battery manufacturer
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CHG-2BAY-12V36V / CHG-4BAY-12V10A User Manual
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Epoch Batteries Limited Warranty
Warranty Period
2-year limited warranty on Epoch-branded chargers (Epoch general warranty terms)
Epoch Batteries-branded products are covered against qualifying defects in materials and workmanship for the applicable warranty period, subject to Epoch's model-specific remedy schedule and the terms of its warranty policy. Epoch-branded chargers carry a 2-year limited warranty and accessories (such as fuel gauges and voltage reducers) a 1-year limited warranty, from the original purchase date.
Registration
Register your battery with Epoch within 90 days of purchase for full warranty coverage. If it is not registered within that time, the warranty period begins from the battery's original manufacturing date. Proof of ownership is required for any claim, and coverage is non-transferable and applies only to the original purchaser.
Remedy
After inspection and testing, Epoch will provide the applicable remedy for a qualifying manufacturing defect: an approved repair, a replacement, or a comparable-product offer according to the model's schedule. Typical repair turnaround is 3–10 business days once the product is received.
Exclusions
Coverage may be denied when a failure is caused by misuse, improper handling, installation or storage, or use outside the product's specifications. Examples include an unsecured battery; loose, corroded or improperly connected terminals; series or parallel connections beyond the manufacturer's recommendations; reverse polarity or short circuits; impact, fire or water submersion; storage above 140°F or below -40°F; prolonged storage fully discharged or batteries left uncharged for more than three months; poor crimps, undersized cables or damaged wiring; opened, modified or tampered products; and use in applications the battery was not designed for, including repeated engine starting on non-cranking models.
Obtaining Warranty Service
Start a claim through the Epoch Batteries Warranty Portal with your model and serial number, proof of purchase, a description of the issue and supporting photos or videos. If approved, Epoch provides an RMA number and packing instructions. Do not ship a product without a valid RMA. The customer arranges and pays for shipment to Epoch, packaged in compliance with lithium battery shipping rules. Epoch Batteries can be reached at 1-888-501-1846 or support@epochbatteries.com.
Visit Epoch's Warranty Page to review the full warranty terms.
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