GYS STARTIUM 480E - 12/24 V BATTERY STARTER CHARGER
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GYS STARTIUM 480E – Professional 12V/24V Smart Starter Charger for Workshops and Garages
The GYS STARTIUM 480E is a fully automatic, microprocessor-controlled 12V and 24V starter charger designed for professional use in automotive workshops, fleet service bays, and vehicle maintenance centres. Made in France, this versatile unit safely charges and starts all modern battery types including AGM, Gel, and liquid lead-acid, as well as Stop/Start systems. Featuring intelligent charging algorithms and a robust 280A starting capability, it ensures full recovery of discharged batteries while maintaining vehicle electronic safety. The STARTIUM 480E provides advanced diagnostic features such as alternator testing, fault code display, SOS recovery, and smart start protection — all visible on a digital control screen. Built for durability, it’s housed in a rugged steel chassis with insulated heavy-duty clamps, making it a dependable and safe choice for daily workshop use.
Who Is It For? + Pros & Cons
The STARTIUM 480E is ideally suited for garages, vehicle service centres, and fleet maintenance operations that demand high-performance charging and starting capabilities across both 12V and 24V systems. Its dual-voltage compatibility allows technicians to service cars, vans, and trucks using a single machine, saving valuable space and time. The intelligent microprocessor continuously analyses the battery’s condition and adjusts voltage and current automatically for maximum safety. Its spark-free design ensures complete ECU protection, allowing connection without disconnecting the battery.
- Pros: Dual 12V/24V compatibility, advanced microprocessor control, spark-free and ECU-safe operation, digital readout for diagnostics, high starting current output.
- Cons: Heavier than smaller chargers (26kg), requires a 16A power supply, not suited for field use.
Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Reference | 026483 |
| Input Power | 230V – 50/60Hz (16A) |
| Power Consumption | 1700W |
| Operating Voltage | 12V / 24V (automatic detection) |
| Battery Capacity | 12V: 20–600Ah / 24V: 20–450Ah |
| Charging Outputs | 5A / 15A / 30A / 40A (Boost Mode) |
| Starting Current | 12V: 280A / 24V: 210A |
| Battery Compatibility | AGM, Gel, Liquid Lead-Acid (Stop/Start supported) |
| Protection Rating | IP21 – Spark-free, Overload & Reverse Polarity Protection |
| Dimensions | 305 × 475 × 795 mm |
| Weight | 26 kg |
| Standards | EN 60335-2-29 |
Features
- Automatic 3-in-1 System: Charges, maintains, and starts batteries in one compact unit.
- Dual 12V/24V Compatibility: Perfect for workshops handling both light and heavy vehicles.
- Smart Microprocessor Control: Analyses and adjusts charge voltage and current automatically.
- SOS Recovery Mode: Revives sulphated batteries for improved battery life.
- Alternator Test Function: Enables quick diagnosis of charging system faults.
- Digital Display: Provides real-time voltage, charge status, and fault codes.
- Auto Restart Memory: Automatically restores the last used settings after power loss.
- Safe to Use Onboard: No spark or voltage when clamps are disconnected, protecting sensitive ECUs.
FAQs
1. What battery types can the STARTIUM 480E charge?
This unit is compatible with AGM, Gel, and liquid lead-acid batteries, including Stop/Start types commonly used in modern vehicles.
2. Can I charge a battery without disconnecting it from the vehicle?
Yes. Its spark-free and ECU-safe technology allows you to safely charge batteries without disconnecting them from the vehicle system.
3. What is the benefit of 12V/24V dual compatibility?
It enables technicians to service both cars and commercial vehicles with a single machine, reducing equipment needs in the workshop.
4. How does the SOS Recovery function help?
It helps restore sulphated or deeply discharged batteries by using controlled charge pulses to reactivate cells safely.
WHY BUY FROM BWS?
Why Choose GYS from BWS Ltd
As an approved GYS Service Centre with a nationwide team of trained engineers, BWS Ltd provides complete sales, setup, and after-sales support for the full GYS range. Every purchase includes certified installation, ongoing calibration, and expert servicing by real bodyshop engineers. Trusted UK supplier since 1994, BWS offers genuine equipment, expert advice, and dependable support for professionals across the automotive repair industry.