Automatic Charger
The automatic charger is an optional charging station that the J1600 docks with on its own. It removes charging from the operator's task list and enables opportunity charging whenever the robot is not busy.
How it works
- The robot drives to the charging station.
- It positions itself at the charger.
- A charging interface extends from the station to the charging plates on the vehicle.
Every J1600 carries an automatic-charging interface as part of its hardware. Automatic charging is an advanced automation capability, alongside come-to-me, VDA 5050 fleet management, and API integrations.
Opportunity charging
Because docking needs no person, the robot can top up between tasks instead of waiting for a scheduled plug-in. Combined with a charging rate of approximately 47 percentage points per hour on the 24 V, 200 Ah LiFePO4 battery, this keeps the vehicle available through the working day. Typical-duty-cycle runtime exceeds eight hours.
Setup
When the automatic charger is purchased, its setup is part of Day 1 of the installation and commissioning package, together with unboxing, optional Wi-Fi connection, drop-point creation, and task and safety validation.
Safety
The charging-current relay is a defined safety function with Performance Level PL b. For the vehicle's complete safety design, see how J1600 safety works.
Price
| Item | 2026 end-user list price |
|---|---|
| Automatic charger | €8,400 |
The manual charger is the lower-cost alternative at €3,600. See Available options for all list prices.