ATEQ BCA
The BCA is a Battery Charger Analyser designed to Charge, Discharge and Analyse all types of battery chemistry in the Aviation industry.It is housed in a metal enclosure with a 7 inch touchscreen control display. All settings and data can be entered via the touchscreen.
It is a very easy-to-use and versatile instrument that comes in 2 versions the BCA 75 Volts / 40 Amps or the BCA 48 Volts / 60 Amps.
These are the characteristics of both variants:
BCA version 75 Volts / 40 Amps
• 75 Volts max charge and discharge
•  40 Amps max charge
• 60 Amps max discharge
• Charging 2 batteries – 37.5 Volts each max
BCA version 48 Volts / 60 Amps
• 48 Volts max charge and discharge
• 60 Amps max charge and discharge
• Single Battery Charge for 48-60 mode
ATEQ BCA FEATURES
• 2 Batteries in charge mode or 1 battery in full discharge mode
• Immediate or delayed test start
• Temperature Measurement with type K thermocouples
• Alarm for electrolyte level
• Shut down at predefined voltages Min, Max or delta V
• Shut down as a function of time – Protection against temperature defect
• Set up of multiple cycles and / or sequences
• Printing and automatic filing of data at the end of the test
• Data protection and results saving and backup in case of power shutdown
• Test result storage and research by user defined criteria
• 7 Inch Touch screen color display
• 24 cells voltage measurement
• Interface languages: Chinese, English, French, Russian
• Computer connections: USB port, RS485
• Fuse protection kit
Versatile
The new ATEQ Battery Charger Analyser can charge 2 batteries at the same time or full discharge 1 battery. You can set up multiple cycles and sequences of charge / discharge. Support all types of battery chemistry wether Ni-cd, Lead Acid or Lithium batteries. Charge at constant current I or U. Discharge at constant current I or U. Multi-channel management software available in order to monitor devices connected in network. To better support your needs the New ATEQ BCA comes in 2 versions in BCA 75 Volts / 40 Amps or BCA 48 Volts / 60 Amps.
Accurate & Reliable
You can measure up to 24 individual battery cells. You also can check temperature thanks to K thermocouple sensor.
Safety & Comfort
Progress and results of all cycles constantly displayed on the large 7 ich colour touchscreen display. Immediate or delayed test start. Audible alarm can be set for electrolyte level. Control multiple units thanks to the RS485 port.
Traceability & Predicability
You can define test result storage and research to keep track of your maintenance data. You can then monitor you battery life in the long run. It also easier to plan, perform and follow up predictive maintenace for your ground support equipment.
Cost effective
Because you can perform tests on serveral batteries at a time, the productivity of your maintenance ressources is optimised and you keep control of manhours every step of the way.
ATEQ BCA SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
General Electrical characteristics
| Sector input | 100-240 VAC Monophased |
| Frequency | 50-60Hz |
| Temperature of use | 0-50°C (0-20°C without derating) |
| Storage temperature | -20 to +70°C |
| Cooling | By forced ventilation |
| PN EZ-0232 version | Dimension: 380 x 440 x 265 mm |
| Weight | ~26 kg |
Power supply characteristics at constant voltage (charging)
| Output voltage | 0-75 Vdc per channel | 0-48 Vdc per channel |
| Regulation | 0,1 % for a variation of I from 10 to 90 % |
| Stability | 0,1 % at full charge for 8H |
Power supply characteristics at constant current (charging)
| Output current | 0-40 Adc | 0-60 Adc |
| Regulation | 0,1 % for a variation of U from 10 to 90 % |
| Stability | 0,1 % at full charge for 8H |
Characteristics of the electronic charge (discharging)
| Max Power | 1750 W |
| Absorbed current | 0-60 Adc |
| Max voltage accepted | 75 Vdc | 48 Vdc |
| Regulation in constant current | 0,1 % for a variation of U from 10 to 90 % |
| Stability | 0,1 % at full charge for 8H |
Gauge input characteristics
Voltage Measurement
| Range | Accuracy |
|---|---|
| +/- 75 Vdc | +/- 48 Vdc | +/- 0.05 % Max of reading (+-0,01V) |
Current Measurement
| Range | Accuracy |
|---|---|
| + 60 Adc | +/- 0.2 % Max of PE |
Cell voltage – 24 cells (Option)
| Range | Accuracy |
|---|---|
| +/-10 Vdc | +/- 0.05 % Max of PE |
Auxiliary Input Voltage (AutoRange)
| Range | Accuracy |
|---|---|
| +/- 75 Vdc | +/- 48 Vdc | +/- 0.05 % Max of Reading |
Temperature (Option)
| Range | Accuracy |
|---|---|
| 0 to 100 °C (type K thermocouple sensor) | +/- 5°C (apart from sensor) |
ATEQ BCA FAQ
A. When you have a 1 Ohm resistance connected to the cell, the current is equal to (Cell Voltage/1 Ohm), so, The lower the Cell Voltage is, the less current is available.​
A. When you don’t have the 1 Ohm resistance connected to the cells, no current is flowing, and the measurement is really what you have on the cell. ​
A. The cell voltage measurement is very accurate, typically <10mv.
A. The measurement of cells with 1 Ohm protection is made with the same cable.
A. The principle of deep discharge is closely related to the Ni-Cd technology of aerospace batteries with electrolyte. This technology allows the voltage to go down to 0 V, which is practical when maintaining the batteries (e.g. changing a cell) to avoid electric shocks and/or short circuits with tools.Â
