A straightforward lead acid converter charger for a trailer that will keep its flooded or AGM batteries.
Amazon $191.99
A rugged, regulated converter for owners who value clean DC power and want to add the right charge controller themselves. The built in IQ4 makes it a complete lead acid charger.
- 45 AOutput
- NoLithium mode
- StandaloneBuild
- 2 yearsWarranty
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Low ripple, tightly regulated output that also works as a bench power supply
- Fan speed rises gradually with temperature, so there is no sudden fan start at night
- Built in IQ4 controller gives four-stage charging with a weekly equalize for flooded batteries
- Lithium charging needs the separate IQ-LIFEPO controller
- Costs more per amp than PowerMax or WFCO
The IOTA DLS family
Every IOTA DLS model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own build.
| Model | Output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOTA DLS-30 | 30 A | 2.0/5 | $217.28 |
| IOTA DLS-45/IQ4 (this one) | 45 A | 2.5/5 | $252.40 |
| IOTA DLS-55 | 55 A | 2.5/5 | $241.19 |
| IOTA DLS-90/IQ4 | 90 A | 3.0/5 | $379.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its build. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | DLS-45/IQ4 |
|---|---|
| Charging | |
| Output | 45 A |
| Lithium mode | No |
| Multi-stage charging | Yes |
| Build | |
| Build | Standalone |
| Fan runs only as needed | Yes |
| Remote or display | No |
| Weight | 5 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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A rugged, regulated converter for owners who value clean DC power and want to add the right charge controller themselves. Budget for an IQ controller if you want real battery charging.
Amazon $241.19A rugged, regulated converter for owners who value clean DC power and want to add the right charge controller themselves. Budget for an IQ controller if you want real battery charging.
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