Ctek 5A battery charger CTEK MXS 5.0 56-305

CTEK MXS 5.0 – smart 12 V / 5 A battery charger for everyday and seasonal equipment

A very popular 12 V, 5 A smart battery charger with an 8-stage microprocessor-controlled charging program that diagnoses, charges, tests and maintains the battery's condition. Suitable for 1.2–110 Ah lead-acid batteries (WET, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM, GEL) and in maintenance mode up to approximately 160 Ah. The ideal choice for passenger cars, motorcycles, boats and seasonal equipment.

Key benefits

• 8-stage fully automatic charging algorithm – plug in and the charger does everything by itself
• Suitable for both daily use and seasonal and infrequently used equipment
• Designed for charging 1.2–110 Ah batteries and maintaining up to ~160 Ah
• Integrated temperature compensation – optimal charging in any weather conditions
• RECOND mode helps revive deeply discharged batteries
• CTEK patented maintenance/pulse system for safe long-term connection

Charging functions and modes

• Battery diagnostics – checks whether the battery is able to take and hold a charge
• Automatic desulphation program – reduces lead plate deposits
• RECOND – special mode for restoring deeply discharged batteries
• Maintenance/pulse mode – keeps the battery fully charged when connected for a long time

Technical data

• System voltage: 12 V
• Maximum charging current: 5 A
• Battery capacity for charging: 1.2–110 Ah
• Battery capacity for maintenance: up to approx. 160 Ah
• Battery types: all 12 V lead-acid batteries (WET, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM, GEL)
• Protection class: IP65 – dust and splash water protection
• Charge control: 8-stage microprocessor cycle with automatic temperature compensation

Estimated time to ~80% charge

• 2 Ah – approx. 2 h
• 8 Ah – approx. 8 h
• 20 Ah – approx. 4 h
• 60 Ah – approx. 12 h
• 110 Ah – approx. 26 h

Safety

• Spark-proof operation
• Reverse polarity protection
• Short circuit protection
• Suitable for long-term connection - does not harm the battery and vehicle electronics

CTEK quality

CTEK battery chargers are designed in Sweden and independently tested by world-renowned institutes. They combine the highest quality, safety and performance, making the MXS 5.0 one of the most sought-after chargers in its class.