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Victron 200A Battery Isolator Argo FET 200-3 | 3 Batteries
Victron 200A Battery Isolator Argo FET 200-3 | 3 Batteries
Low-loss FET battery isolator for 12/24V split charging with an alternator energise input
Highlights:Output 3: Battery output terminal 3 with M8 bolt,Output 2: Battery output terminal 2 with M8 bolt,Output 1: Battery output terminal 1 with M8 bolt,Input Terminal: Alternator input terminal with M8 bolt,LED Indicator: Status LED light for system operation,Ground: Chassis ground spade connector,Energize: Alternator energize spade connector,Heat Sink: Integrated blue aluminium cooling fins,Connectors: Included female spade terminal connectors.
Technical wiring diagram illustrating the connection between an alternator, a starter battery, and two auxiliary batteries using the Argo FET isolator.
Key features: 200A maximum charge and alternator current, Supports charging for up to three battery banks, M8 bolt connections for high current stability, Compact footprint at 200mm width, Thermal management via integrated aluminium fins.
Technical drawing of the isolator housing with metric dimensions for length, width, height, and mounting hole positions. 
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DESCRIPTION
Reliable multi-battery charging without cross-discharge
The Victron Argo FET 200-3 Battery Isolator is a high-efficiency battery isolator designed to charge 3 battery banks from a single alternator or a single-output battery charger—while keeping each battery electrically separated. That separation is the key benefit: powering lights, a fridge or a winch from your auxiliary battery bank is far less likely to flatten the starter battery, helping improve vehicle reliability for touring, marine and off-grid power setups across Australia.
Unlike traditional diode splitters, this unit uses FET isolator technology to minimise voltage drop. In practical terms, more of your alternator’s output reaches your batteries, which can support better charge acceptance and shorter run times in real-world systems. It also avoids the common need to raise alternator voltage to compensate for isolator losses—particularly helpful when you’re integrating modern battery chemistries or managing longer cable runs.
Designed for touring, marine and off-grid electrical systems
This isolator suits common 12V and 24V automotive and marine power systems with 12/24V auto-ranging operation. It’s a strong fit for caravans, 4WD dual-battery installs, work utes, boats, and remote power cabinets where you want straightforward alternator charging distribution without tying battery banks together. Each output is independently isolated, so different battery banks can be charged simultaneously while remaining protected from mutual discharge paths.
Helps alternators start charging when split charging is installed
Some alternators require a sense/return voltage on the B+ output to begin charging. When an isolator is installed, that return path can be reduced—occasionally leading to delayed or no alternator start-up. This unit includes an alternator energise input to assist with alternator excitation in these scenarios, supporting stable charging behaviour when the engine run/stop circuit is engaged. This is particularly relevant in modern vehicles and certain marine alternator configurations.
Installation notes that protect performance
As with any high-current battery isolator, overall charging performance depends heavily on cable sizing, connection quality and cable length. Keeping cable runs short and selecting an appropriate conductor cross-section helps reduce voltage drop in the wiring so the benefits of low-loss FET switching are preserved. For best results, follow Victron wiring guidance and use properly crimped lugs, secure fasteners and sound corrosion protection—especially in coastal and marine environments.
Key features
- Simultaneous charging of 3 battery banks from one alternator or charger
- FET technology for very low voltage drop compared with diode splitters
- Battery bank isolation helps reduce the risk of draining the starter battery from auxiliary loads
- 12V/24V system compatibility with auto-ranging operation
- High-current terminals for secure connections in demanding automotive and marine installs
- Status indication to support quick checks during commissioning and fault-finding
Very low voltage drop (typically around 0.02V at low current, averaging about 0.1V at higher currents) helps maximise charging voltage at the batteries compared with diode isolators.
Alternator energise input can assist alternator start-up in systems where the alternator needs B+ voltage present to begin charging.
Build a more dependable dual-battery or multi-battery system
If you’re planning a 3-battery split-charging system and want a proven way to distribute alternator charging while keeping battery banks isolated, the Victron Argo FET 200-3 Battery Isolator is a practical, low-loss solution. Add it to your setup to support cleaner power management and more confident starts on the road or at sea.
SPECIFICATIONS
| SKU: | Vic-ARG200301020 |
| Barcode: | 8719076019152 |
| Model #: | ARG200301020 |
| MPN: | ARG200301020 |
WARRANTY
Victron Energy Limited Warranty Policy
Direct Customers
Victron Energy provides the following warranty to any direct customer (OEM, distributor or dealer) in relation to any products that Victron Energy has directly sold to the direct customer. This warranty is not an end-user warranty between Victron Energy and an end-user, and end-users shall not have any rights or remedies under this limited warranty towards Victron Energy directly. The direct customer shall, in turn, ensure that the end-user is provided with a warranty identical to this warranty, subject to applicable local mandatory law.
End-Users
Victron Energy may also provide a warranty directly to end-users, in which case the below warranty conditions equally apply to such warranty. In that case, end-users shall claim their warranty at their place of purchase or through the original direct customer of Victron, which can be found through the support section on Victron’s website https://www.victronenergy.com/support. Hence, the direct customer shall on behalf of Victron Energy deal with any warranty claims made under any warranty that Victron Energy may provide directly to end-users. This support section on Victron’s website https://www.victronenergy.com/support will provide further guidance on the procedure for end-users to make a claim under this limited warranty.
If the end-user is a consumer – a natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside that person's trade, business, craft or profession – the following applies. The rights and remedies granted to the consumer under this limited warranty are without prejudice to the consumer’s statutory rights. Furthermore, the consumer is entitled by law to remedies from the seller free of charge in the event of a lack of conformity of the goods (such as repair, replacement, price reduction or rescission), which remedies are not affected by this limited warranty.
Warranty
Victron Energy warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase by the original end-user, with a maximum of 66 months from the Victron Energy invoice date. Exceptions on this are: lead-acid batteries: 2 years from date of purchase by the original end-user, with a maximum of 30 months from the Victron Energy invoice date, Lithium batteries: 3 years from date of purchase by the original end-user, with a maximum of 42 months from the Victron Energy invoice date. In addition to this, proof of correct battery usage is required when making a battery warranty claim.
For a 10% surcharge on the current net price for products that came with a 5-year warranty, an additional 5 years of warranty can be purchased by Victron’s direct customers, bringing the total warranty to 10 years. Warranty extensions need to be applied for ultimately one year before the expiration of the original term. Victron may ask proof that the product was still functional at the time of purchase of the extended warranty.
During the warranty period, Victron Energy will, at its discretion, repair, replace or (partly) credit the defective product free of charge. The warranty does not include performing or reimbursing de‐installation, transportation, and re‐installation.
This warranty will be considered void if the unit has suffered any physical damage or alteration, either internally or externally, and does not cover damages arising from improper use like:
- Reversed battery polarity.
- Inadequate connection.
- Mechanical shock or deformation.
- Contact with liquid or oxidation by condensation.
- Use in an inappropriate environment (dust, corrosive vapour, humidity, high temperature, biological infestation, etc.).
- Breakage or damage due to lightning.
- Connection terminals and screws destroyed or other damages, like overheating, due to insufficient tightening.
- For any electronic breakage except due to lightning (reverse polarity, over‐voltage due to external cause), the state of the internal control diode and/or the input/output X and Y capacitors determine the warranty.
This warranty will not apply where the product has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, or repaired by anyone other than Victron Energy or one of its authorized Repair Centres. In order to qualify for the warranty, the product must not be disassembled or modified.
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All remedies and the measure for damages are limited to the above. Victron Energy shall in no event be liable for consequential, incidental, contingent or special damages, even if having been advised of the probability of such damages.
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Life Support Policy
As a general policy, Victron Energy does not recommend the use of any of its products in life support applications where failure or malfunction of Victron Energy's product can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness. Victron Energy does not recommend the use of any of its products in direct patient care. Victron Energy will not knowingly sell its products for use in such applications unless it receives in writing assurances satisfactory to Victron Energy that the risks of injury or damage have been minimized, the customer assumes all such risks, and the liability of Victron Energy is adequately protected under the circumstances.
Warranty on repairs for products outside their warranty period
The warranty period on products that are outside their warranty period and have been repaired by Victron Energy or one of the Victron Energy Repair centres is six (6) months from delivery. The same applies to spare parts and circuit boards that have been supplied or repaired by Victron Energy.
Transport
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Severability
If a part of the terms and conditions of this warranty is held invalid, void or unenforceable due to any particular national or international legislation, it shall not affect other parts of the terms and conditions of this warranty.
Applicable law
This warranty is exclusively governed by the laws of the Netherlands, to the exclusion of the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.
Contact details
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