23-Feb-2017, 02:35 AM (This post was last modified: 23-Feb-2017, 02:37 AM by Vespadaddy.)
Hello,
I'm new to the hobby, and I need to buy a charger. I would like to buy something that's known to be a quality unit. For instance, I'm not interested in knockoffs of the SkyRC B6.
I'll need this charger to work at home and in the field, meaning I can plug it into the wall at home, or use alligator clips to hook up to a car battery in the field (assuming this is common).
Is there a 'Honda Accord' of chargers? Something that seems to be very popular, because it works, even if it isn't flashy? For instance, it seems like the most popular Tx is the X9D+. It's not cheap, but it seems to have a loyal following. Is there a similar product from the RC battery charger world?
My wish list:
Plug in or pull power from a car battery to charge RC batteries at home and in the field
Charge multiple batteries at once (I understand I may need to buy a separate board for this)
1S-6S capability, minimum
Ability to charge 3.7 volt 18650 batteries, as are used for the DIY Fatshark battery DIY replacement
I'll be using this to charge 4S batteries for my 250 FPV quadcopter, and also 1S batteries for my Inductrix and Hubsan X-4.
Thus far, I'm leaning towards:
Genuine SKYRC iMAX B6AC V2 Dual Power (6Amps,50Watts) LiPo,LiHV,LiIon,LiFe,NiCd,NiMH,Pb Lead Acid AC/DC Professional RC Balancing Battery Charger & Discharger (Version 2) w/ Micro USB Port
https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-50Watts-P...ry+charger
or
SKYRC iMAX B6 Mini Professional Balance Charger/Discharger for Nimh/Li-po Batteries+SKYRC RC Model AC/DC 15V 4A Battery Charger Power Supply Adapter (US Plug)
https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Bala...B00T959Z12
or
Tenergy TT6080AC 80W AC DC Balance Charger with Touch Screen LCD for NiMH NiCd LiPo Li-ion LiFePO4 Lead Acid Battery Packs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0178I2CAM?psc=1
Is there a gold standard of RC chargers in the $50-ish range? I'm having a hard time choosing, and I don't know what the best of the 3 (or maybe something else) is, as I'm new to the hobby.
Thanks!
I'm new to the hobby, and I need to buy a charger. I would like to buy something that's known to be a quality unit. For instance, I'm not interested in knockoffs of the SkyRC B6.
I'll need this charger to work at home and in the field, meaning I can plug it into the wall at home, or use alligator clips to hook up to a car battery in the field (assuming this is common).
Is there a 'Honda Accord' of chargers? Something that seems to be very popular, because it works, even if it isn't flashy? For instance, it seems like the most popular Tx is the X9D+. It's not cheap, but it seems to have a loyal following. Is there a similar product from the RC battery charger world?
My wish list:
Plug in or pull power from a car battery to charge RC batteries at home and in the field
Charge multiple batteries at once (I understand I may need to buy a separate board for this)
1S-6S capability, minimum
Ability to charge 3.7 volt 18650 batteries, as are used for the DIY Fatshark battery DIY replacement
I'll be using this to charge 4S batteries for my 250 FPV quadcopter, and also 1S batteries for my Inductrix and Hubsan X-4.
Thus far, I'm leaning towards:
Genuine SKYRC iMAX B6AC V2 Dual Power (6Amps,50Watts) LiPo,LiHV,LiIon,LiFe,NiCd,NiMH,Pb Lead Acid AC/DC Professional RC Balancing Battery Charger & Discharger (Version 2) w/ Micro USB Port
https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-50Watts-P...ry+charger
or
SKYRC iMAX B6 Mini Professional Balance Charger/Discharger for Nimh/Li-po Batteries+SKYRC RC Model AC/DC 15V 4A Battery Charger Power Supply Adapter (US Plug)
https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Bala...B00T959Z12
or
Tenergy TT6080AC 80W AC DC Balance Charger with Touch Screen LCD for NiMH NiCd LiPo Li-ion LiFePO4 Lead Acid Battery Packs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0178I2CAM?psc=1
Is there a gold standard of RC chargers in the $50-ish range? I'm having a hard time choosing, and I don't know what the best of the 3 (or maybe something else) is, as I'm new to the hobby.
Thanks!