Minn Kota Introduces New 15 Amp On-Board Charger Series January 2006
 
RACINE, Wis.– Minn Kota introduces three new chargers (MK 230, MK 345 and MK 460) to its on-board charger lineup that provide avid anglers with the ultra-fast recovery time and reliability they demand. The two-, three- and four-bank chargers deliver 15 amps per bank to bring batteries up to a full charge in three to five hours.

“Not only will these chargers top your batteries off quickly, they will also fit the same space and use the same mounting holes as most original equipment chargers on today’s fishing boats,” Minn Kota Manager of New Product Development Jeff Davison said. “Anyone wanting to step up to a faster, more reliable on-board charger will be able to swap-out a charger quickly and easily.”

The MK 230 (2-bank), MK 345 (3-bank) and MK 460 (4-bank) on-board chargers include the following features to ensure fast, reliable charging without overcharging:

Fully automatic three-stage charging (bulk, absorption and maintenance) controls current and voltage during the charging cycle. This assures faster recharge time and prevents overcharging. Overcharging can damage and shorten battery life.

The Automatic Temperature Compensation feature adjusts output voltage based on the ambient temperature in the battery compartment to ensure that the battery reaches its gassing threshold, thus receiving a full charge. This feature also protects batteries from boiling due to overcharging at high temperatures.

Additional features and specifications include:

• Waterproof, and shock- and vibration-resistant construction
• Short circuit, reverse polarity and ignition protection
• FCC compliant and UL listed to marine standard 1236
• Three-year warranty

Specifications for Minn Kota’s new on-board chargers:
 MK 230 (2-bank)             MK 345 (3-bank)                MK 460 (4-bank)
 15 amps per bank          15 amps per bank             15 amps per bank
 30 amps total output     45 amps total output         60 amps total output
 3-5 hours recovery        3-5 hours recovery             3-5 hours recovery
11 ¾" x 6 ¾" x 7"             11 ¾" x 6 ¾" x 8"                14 ½"  x 6 ¾" x 8" 
16.6 pounds                    22 pounds                          31 pounds
 $249.99**                      $329.99**                           $399.99**  
* Charging recovery time can vary due to battery type, age and condition

Minn Kota is the world’s leading manufacturer of bow- and transom-mount trolling motors, and carries a complete line of battery chargers and marine accessories. Trolling motors in the Minn Kota line includes Maxxum Pro, Maxxum, PowerDrive, Edge, Vantage, Vector, Endura, Riptide Pro, Riptide, Engine Mount and E-Drive models. Minn Kota motors are manufactured and marketed by Johnson Outdoors Inc. 

Thanks to Johnson Outdoors