Icom BC-160 Desktop Rapid Charger for IC-F3011 / IC-F3161 / IC-A14 Series
The BC-160 is the OEM desktop rapid charger for Icom IC-F and IC-A14 series portable radios using BP-230, BP-231, and BP-232 Li-Ion battery packs. It charges at 840 mA and completes a full cycle in 1.5 to 3.5 hours depending on battery capacity. The US version ships with the BC-123SA AC adapter and supports both radio-in and battery-only charging on the same cradle.
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Why Professionals Choose the Icom Charger BC-160
Facilities running IC-F3011, IC-F3161, or IC-F3261 fleets across multiple shifts need a charger that handles different battery capacities without manual intervention. The BC-160 covers BP-230, BP-231, BP-232, and BP-232H/WP packs in a single unit - a security team lead or warehouse shift supervisor can rotate any battery from the fleet through one charger without checking which pack matches which unit.
Charge current is 840 mA with CPU-controlled management that monitors supply voltage and battery temperature throughout the cycle. Charge time runs 1.5 hours for the BP-230/N, 2 hours for the BP-231, 3 hours for the BP-232/N, and 3.5 hours for the BP-232H/WP. The three-color LED indicator tracks status — orange during rapid charging, green when complete, red (blinking) on fault. No display or configuration required; the charger handles detection and cutoff automatically.
The BC-160 accepts the battery pack alone or with the transceiver attached - the cradle guide rails align either configuration. Input runs on 12.0–16.0V DC from the included BC-123SA AC adapter (US versions 21/31). For vehicle or field use, the OPC-515L (13.8V power source) or CP-17L (12V cigarette lighter) can replace the AC adapter.
Third-party chargers for BP-232 series batteries lack the CPU charge management built into the BC-160, which can shorten Li-Ion cycle life through uncontrolled cutoff. The BC-160 is the original Icom part, engineered for this battery platform.
AXDIGITAL is an authorized Icom dealer supplying OEM accessories for commercial radio fleets across the US.
Specification
Charger — Desktop Rapid Charger BC-160
| Charger Type | Single-unit desktop charger |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion only |
| Number of Slots | 1 |
| Charge Current | 840 mA |
| Input Voltage | 12.0–16.0 V DC |
| Indicator Type | 3-color LED (Orange / Green / Red blink) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C – +45°C |
| AC Adapter Included | BC-123SA (US plug) |
| Optional Power Source | OPC-515L (13.8V) / CP-17L (12V cigarette lighter) |
| Compatible Batteries | BP-230, BP-230N, BP-231, BP-232, BP-232N, BP-232H, BP-232WP |
FAQ
Is the BC-160 compatible with the IC-F3230D and IC-F3360D?
Yes. The IC-F3230D and IC-F3360D are confirmed in the official Icom BC-160 compatibility list. Both use BP-232 series Li-Ion packs, which the BC-160 charges in 3 to 3.5 hours depending on battery variant. For any model not listed here, contact our team to verify compatibility against the current Icom accessory guide before ordering.
Does the BC-160 come with a power supply, and can it be used in a vehicle?
The US version (21/31) ships with the BC-123SA AC adapter. For vehicle installation, the BC-160 accepts the optional OPC-515L (13.8V power source) or CP-17L (12V cigarette lighter adapter) in place of the AC adapter — both sold separately. Input voltage range is 12.0–16.0V DC, which covers standard vehicle electrical systems.
Is this an original Icom charger or an aftermarket product?
The BC-160 is an original Icom part. AXDIGITAL is an authorized Icom dealer — we supply OEM accessories only. The CPU-controlled charge management in the BC-160 is specific to Icom's design for the BP-232 battery platform. Aftermarket units do not replicate this charge cycle control, which affects Li-Ion capacity retention over repeated cycles.
