B AT T E RY C H A R G E R S

MODEL FIGARO HF-3T

A P P L I C AT I O N
Curtis’ latest addition to its comprehensive range of
motive power battery chargers is the ‘Three-Phase’
derivative of the popular Figaro. This new and advanced
high frequency charger is suitable for virtually any electric
vehicle application.
Different charging methods and characteristics can
be selected by means of the microprocessor control
and the PC Interface facility, providing users with a
comprehensive battery management system.
Designed to meet Curtis quality standards the Figaro
HF-3T is the premiere product within the Curtis battery
charger range. It is manufactured to meet all European
quality and safety standards including TUV, CE and ISO
9002.

DESCRIPTION
Curtis Figaro HF-3T is one of the most advanced battery
chargers available, with a PC Interface and advanced
micro-processor control.
The Curtis Figaro HF-3T, high frequency, three-phase char-
ger, has a high 90% charging efficiency and is designed
to recharge batteries in 7-14 hours.
BENEFITS
• High 90% charging efficiency offers tangible energy
and cost savings.
• Designed for use with traction and stationary lead-acid
and sealed batteries; different taper characteristics can
be selected by battery type.
• Micro-processor controlled recharging process,
providing fault diagnostics and immediate read-outs of
charging parameters.
• Designed with state-of-the-art switching technology,
which means its overall dimensions, weight and
dissipated power are very small in comparison to a
traditional charger.
• Suitable for wall-mounting.
• PC Interface provides Fleet Managers with information
and total visibility of battery performance and potential
efficiencies.
• High durability heavy gauge, all steel case work
finished in hard wearing wipe clean epoxy paint. ABS
front cover.

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MODEL FIGARO HF-3T

S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
Battery Output Battery Capacity (Ah)
Voltages Current (7 ÷ 8 h) (9.5 ÷ 12 h)
24V 50A 300 ÷ 350 420 ÷ 535
24V 60A 360 ÷ 320 495 ÷ 630
24V 70A 430 ÷ 490 580 ÷ 730
24V 80A 500 ÷ 560 675 ÷ 860
24V 100A 590 ÷ 690 810 ÷ 1080
24V 120A 710 ÷ 850 990 ÷ 1255
36V 50A 300 ÷ 350 420 ÷ 535
36V 60A 360 ÷ 420 495 ÷ 630
36V 70A 430 ÷ 490 580 ÷ 730
36V 80A 500 ÷ 560 675 ÷ 860
36V 100A 590 ÷ 690 810 ÷ 1080
36V 120A 710 ÷ 850 990 ÷ 1255
48V 50A 300 ÷ 350 420 ÷ 535
48V 60A 360 ÷ 420 495 ÷ 630
48V 70A 430 ÷ 490 580 ÷ 730
48V 80A 500 ÷ 560 675 ÷ 860
48V 100A 590 ÷ 690 810 ÷ 1080
72V 40A 250 ÷ 290 335 ÷ 440
72V 50A 300 ÷ 350 420 ÷ 535
72V 60A 360 ÷ 420 495 ÷ 630
72V 70A 430 ÷ 490 580 ÷ 730
80V 40A 250 ÷ 290 335 ÷ 440
80V 50A 300 ÷ 350 420 ÷ 535
80V 60A 360 ÷ 420 495 ÷ 630
80V 85A 520 ÷ 600 680 ÷ 915

Size (mm): 295(L) x 430(H) x 300(P)

Weight: 15kgs -18kgs dependent on model.
Power Supply: Three-Phase 360-440 VAC - 50 ÷ 60 Hertz
Max Power from Mains: 4kW / 6kW
Electrical Input from Mains: 8A / 12A
Protection Fuse on Power Supply Line: 12A / 16A
Protection: IP20

• PC Interface available by means of RS-232 Serial Port.

• Conforms to the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.
• Battery-side output on a 160A bipolar connector.

W A R R A N T Y Five year limited warranty from time of delivery.

is a registered trademark of Curtis Instruments, Inc.

Specifications subject to change without notice ©2004 Curtis Instruments, Inc. FigaroHF-3UK revA 10/04