Mascot 2240 vs RS PRO 12V/1A SLA charger
RS PRO's own-label 12V/1A SLA charger is the default 'add to basket' on RS Components. The Mascot 2240 is what you buy when the charger needs to live inside a product you ship - not just sit on a workshop shelf.
| Spec | Mascot 2240 12V/1A SLA | RS PRO 12V 1A SLA charger (175-xxxx series) |
|---|---|---|
| Algorithm | True 3-step CC/CV/float with timer | 2-step CC/float (no timed top-up) |
| Charge current | 1.0 A | 1.0 A |
| Cell-detection / safety | Reverse-polarity, short-circuit, no-battery detect | Reverse polarity, short-circuit |
| Compliance docs | Full DoC, EN 60335-2-29, EMC reports on request | Datasheet only via RS portal |
| Brand traceability | Mascot Norway, single OEM, 40+ years | Re-badged; manufacturer changes between batches |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| UK stock | Wokingham, next-day, named engineer | RS warehouse, next-day |
Our verdict
If you only need to top up a UPS battery on a bench, RS PRO is fine. For anything that goes into a product carrying your CE mark, the Mascot 2240's stable supplier, fuller algorithm and named technical contact justify the small premium.
View the Mascot 2240 12V/1A SLA £41.82 + VAT · £50.18 Inc. VAT
- UK stock, next-day available
- 1-year warranty
- UK engineers: 01189 795319