SkyRC — IFA 2014 — MC3000 charger-analyzer

[Gauss163]

@kreisl Thanks for the info on the design of the thermal protection. It should prove interesting to do a temperature torture test to see how well it performs. This really should be done in every (comprehensive) charger review, but only rarely is it performed.

 

[Gauss163]

If so many owners vehemently oppose how the present firmware processes temp readings, then we'd discuss the topic and submit the best cpf ideas to the maker team.

I was hoping that, with Bluetooth capability, it could communicate exceptional conditions, say by text messages.

For example: "Hey stupid user, you're supposed to always watch me. Now I'm on (Ultra)fire, and they are venting their sand in my face. HELP!"

 

[Viking]

So I am not trying to hi-jack this post, but I had asked a question earlier on and had not received an answer. I have looked at the myriad of chargers offered by SkyRC and was completely overwhelmed, does anyone know if this is the most feature rich charger on the market? And does SkyRC have anything with more features for cell type batteries? I see that the rc battery chargers are in a different category. Thanks.

If you are talking about chargers with integrated battery bays, it is.
I'm personally looking very forward for this release. Only concern is about the accuracy of the measurements.
SkyRC has before been subject for criticism in that regard ( The NC2500 charger ).

For that reason I will wait to order until we know whether that is an issue too, with this particularly charger.
Kreisl has stated he would check the accuracy ( compare it with other chargers readings I guess ).

 

[GMUGNIER]

If you are talking about chargers with integrated battery bays, it is.
I'm personally looking very forward for this release. Only concern is about the accuracy of the measurements.
SkyRC has before been subject for criticism in that regard ( The NC2500 charger ).

For that reason I will wait to order until we know whether that is an issue too, with this particularly charger.
Kreisl has stated he would check the accuracy ( compare it with other chargers readings I guess ).

Are there chargers more feature rich with external battery trays?

 

[kreisl]

Only concern is about the accuracy of the measurements.
SkyRC has before been subject for criticism in that regard ( The NC2500 charger ).

I have Imax B6genuine, Imax B6mini, NC2500. Admittedly their accuracy was soso. On the one hand within spec, on the other hand nothing superior.
In contrast, one of MC3000's forte is its accuracy fwiw and also the main reason why production cost is higher.

 

[Viking]

I have Imax B6genuine, Imax B6mini, NC2500. Admittedly their accuracy was soso. On the one hand within spec, on the other hand nothing superior.
In contrast, one of MC3000's forte is its accuracy fwiw and also the main reason why production cost is higher.

That sounds very encouraging. I'm looking forward to your observations.

 

[Viking]

Are there chargers more feature rich with external battery trays?

I don't know whether other ordinary consumer hobby chargers have more features or not. Since I don't personally have an interest for them, I haven't been looking much into it. I'm sure others can tell more about this.

But there are some professional charger/analysers in the plus $ 1.000,- price range with probably more features, like cadex and Vencon for instance.
But these are usually targeted businesses, not ordinary consumers.
You can buy them if you want to of course. But I don't guess you was referring to such expensive charger/analysers.

 

[Curetia]

There will be a chance of getting this charger under the christmas tree I hope that I can buy it in November to get it in December

 

[GMUGNIER]

I don't know whether other ordinary consumer hobby chargers have more features or not. Since I don't personally have an interest for them, I haven't been looking much into it. I'm sure others can tell more about this.

But there are some professional charger/analysers in the plus $ 1.000,- price range with probably more features, like cadex and Vencon for instance.
But these are usually targeted businesses, not ordinary consumers.
You can buy them if you want to of course. But I don't guess you was referring to such expensive charger/analysers.

I appreciate your help Viking, and yes you are correct. I don't have any intention on spending $1000.00 US on any charger. But i don't think i would mind if it were a couple hundred and it was the last charger i would have to buy.

 

[LiteTheWay]

Neither would I mind paying a couple of hundred if it was everything I wanted. But I don't think I would want it to be in the last one I bought category - I would always hope for something much better after a few years. The Maha C9000 has been the best around for a long time now and I think probably still is for NiMH but it does not do LiIon for instance. In 5 - 10 years we might (will) have new battery chemistries for a charger/analyser to accommodate in addition to what we have now. If the MC3000 is as good as the C9000 and on top for as long as that has been, it would be worth my $200 or so.

But i don't think i would mind if it were a couple hundred and it was the last charger i would have to buy.

 

[kreisl]

There will be a chance of getting this charger under the christmas tree I hope that I can buy it in November to get it in December

Nabend Curetia :wave:,

the new word out is that full scale production is not to commence until the end of this month. All parts were ordered time ago and there were hold-ups from the suppliers' part, let alone the past 2 weeks holiday season (Mooncake Festival+National Holiday Golden Week). Everybody involved in the process is sorry about the repeated delays (Aug, Sep, Oct). November release date is now as realistic as ever, and i'll update on any advances.

Meanwhile they offered to send me the set of early production samples for forum review but i declined. I'd prefer the complete retail package with printed manual, pretty box, styrofoam:nana:, serial numbering and whatnot.

Despite the miserable waiting i manage to keep the spirits up: What counts to me, the thing has become reality. This means I am mightily relieved, no more funny dreams yay!

 

[light-wolff]

Available for "arrival notice" on Gearbest
US$ 133.53 (50% off, WTF?)
Photos says "Available: Spring 2015"

 

[kreisl]

As confirmed by Sky office the Gearbest page is a 'fake listing' in every respect. Stolen outdated photo (from Google Images, IFA 2014), wrong edited specs, wrong pic, wrong info, and most of all wrong price. Sky never quoted any price to anyone because it is still unknown.

Gearbest is probably on the flashlight forums and got requests from shoppers about this product and then decided to make up a fake page to learn about number of interested people.

Safely ignore.

Nice try Gearbest

 

[_UPz]

As confirmed by Sky office the Gearbest page is a 'fake listing' in every respect. Stolen outdated photo (from Google Images, IFA 2014), wrong edited specs, wrong pic, wrong info, and most of all wrong price. Sky never quoted any price to anyone because it is still unknown.

Gearbest is probably on the flashlight forums and got requests from shoppers about this product and then decided to make up a fake page to learn about number of interested people.

Safely ignore.

Nice try Gearbest

Gearbest is well know in forums (not only flashlights) for their poor (dirty) marketing tricks. Not a reputable source. Shame on GB for using not legit pictures, nor specs, nor price...
I am with kreisl and the guess it's just a market temperature testing for them.

 

[Lynx_Arc]

Gearbest is well know in forums (not only flashlights) for their poor (dirty) marketing tricks. Not a reputable source. Shame on GB for using not legit pictures, nor specs, nor price...
I am with kreisl and the guess it's just a market temperature testing for them.

Either that or a way of getting people onto their site hoping to tempt them to buy something else there.

 

[Gauss163]

If GB does honor the quoted price (snapshot below) then you should be rejoicing, not complaining, since it will probably be lower than elsewhere. If if turns out that they don't honor the price, then that is the appropriate time to complain about their integrity.

 

[kreisl]

since it will probably be lower than elsewhere

the number is a total fantasy number. based on thin air.

i am not going pay that much money for it. :shakehead

 

[braddy]

Gearbest has no integrity, if you have a problem with them then don't let them stall you for months, make your complaint to them and give them one chance to make right, and then don't waste anymore time, as you go to Paypal.

 

[Gauss163]

the number (price) is a total fantasy number. based on thin air.

Your remarks are highly inconsistent (just like your many wrong claims about the release date).

Do you know the expected price or not? If not, then your above statement makes no sense.

 

[kreisl]

If not, then your above statement makes no sense.

technically you are right. i only know that it will cost more than 50US$.

you win