trying to find a good charger...

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Hey guys:

I'm trying to order a 12-cell pack and a 9 pack of CBP1650's like those from here http://www.cheapbatterypacks.com .

But I have never used these type of batteries before. which type of coonector should I use for the end of the pack wire? and which chargers can I use for these two sizes of packs?

Any input in welcome. I'm going use one for my mag 85(10.8V, 3.45A) and one for my 12v 4A bulb project.

Thanks in advance

Nick
 
Im partial to the GreatPlanes Triton /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif A little pricey but worth if if you have many packs of different cell #'s and chemistries.

Shane
 
Hello Nick,

The Triton is designed to hook up to your car battery.

Some people get a seperate power supply to run it indoors. Radio Shack has a 13.8 volt 15 amp unit that is suitable.

Tom
 
I posted this in another thread, here we go again...

You might also want to check out DuraTrax IntelliPeak ICE. I have both the Triton and ICE. Both are made by the same company, Hobbico, Inc. with an rrp of $129 though you might find the Triton cheaper in some stores.

There are many more 'hobby' chargers, you will find a bit more of them when you visit your local radio control hobby store. I also suggest that you do a bit of research before investing in one.

Go to your local radio control air field and see what the people are using there. Most of them are field charger. Like batteryman Tom said they will require a 12v power supply. Talk to these people, they will usually be quite happy to tell you about their equipment. The people there put alot of faith and trust in to their charger. If you have an unreliable charger you don't have a good battery. Means your flight time can be seriously reduced and your $$$ plane can be down at anytime. So chargers to them can be quite important. First hand experience is much worthy than web reviews.
 
Hello Koala,

Do you use both the Triton and the Ice, or do you favor one over the other?

And of course Why?

Tom
 

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