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Mascot 2040 vs RS PRO 12V/4A SLA charger

Mid-range 12V/4A chargers for leisure batteries, scooters and small UPS packs. RS lists multiple re-badged options at this rating - here is how the Mascot 2040 actually compares.

SpecMascot 2040 12V/4A SLARS PRO 12V 4A lead-acid charger
Output12V / 4A, 3-step CC/CV/float12V / 4A, basic CC/CV
Battery range10–80Ah, with deep-discharge recoveryTypically 7–60Ah
Connector optionsBattery clips, ring terminals or bare leadsCrocodile clips only on most variants
LED state-of-chargeTri-colour (charging / topping / float)Single charge LED
StandardsEN 60335-2-29, EN 61000-6 EMCCE marked, scheme depends on batch
Warranty1 year from Pulsar UK1 year

Our verdict

Buy the Mascot 2040 when the charger spends its life cycling a pack - leisure battery, security UPS, mobility scooter. The proper float stage matters once you go past a single weekend's use; RS PRO's basic two-stage units sulfate the pack over time.

View the Mascot 2040 12V/4A SLA £82.10 + VAT · £98.52 Inc. VAT