Charging
The J1600 supports two charging methods: manual plug-in charging and, with the optional automatic charger, self-docking opportunity charging.
Battery
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery | 24 V, 200 Ah |
| Chemistry | Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) |
| Charging rate | Approximately 47 percentage points per hour |
| Drain, driving fully loaded | Approximately 13% per hour |
| Drain, driving unloaded | Approximately 12% per hour |
| Drain, standby | Approximately 2% per hour |
Runtime exceeds eight hours in a typical duty cycle. The drain rates imply approximately 7.7 hours of continuous fully loaded driving or 8.3 hours unloaded — these are calculated figures, not guaranteed runtimes, and do not account for standby, lifting, duty cycle, battery reserve, or operating conditions.
The charging-current relay is a safety function rated PL b.
Manual charging
Manual charging works like charging a conventional electric pallet jack: plug in the charger during a break or whenever the machine is idle — for example before lunch. The manual charger lists at €3,600.
Automatic charging
With the optional automatic charger, the robot drives to the charging station, positions itself in front of the charger, and a charging interface extends to the vehicle's charging plates. This enables opportunity charging while the robot is not busy, without operator involvement.
- Automatic charging is an advanced automation capability.
- When purchased with the commissioning package, automatic-charging setup is part of installation Day 1 — see First-Time Setup.
- The automatic charger lists at €8,400.
Which charger to choose
- Single robot, single shift, predictable breaks: manual charging keeps cost lowest and mirrors the routine operators already know.
- Higher utilization or hands-off operation: automatic charging lets the robot top up on its own between tasks.
A charger is not included with the robot purchase, so plan for one when ordering — see Delivery and Unpacking.
Battery and charging figures are preliminary January 2026 specifications and are subject to change. See the technical specifications.