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dddmx3
03-25-2010, 09:33 AM
Im running a 11xl on 6s with a ETTI 150a esc...
What kind of charger should I get?
I was thinking the IMAX B6... and the 12v 5a Power Supply? :confused2:

sailr
03-25-2010, 10:05 AM
I would recommend you get a charger capable of at least 8S and 10A charge rate. The 5A power supply isn't going to carry it. It doesn't cost that much more to move up in chargers. You'll be upgrading in the future if you don't do it at the outset.

Doby
03-25-2010, 10:06 AM
A 5 amp power supply is not sufficient as when a load is placed on them, most tend to be over rated. If you budget allows, Rivergate (Bulldog Power Supplies) are excellent. I have a 45 amp version and run 7 chargers off of it.

ozzie-crawl
03-25-2010, 10:11 AM
yea them crap power supplies they sell are worthless unless using it for a laptop or similar
there lucky to hold 3 amps

Alfa Spirit
03-25-2010, 10:52 AM
The IMAX B8 is powerful and better than IMAX B6, so prefer 150 Watts IMAX B8, I' ve got this charger, it' s fantastic :thumbup:

Flying Scotsman
03-25-2010, 11:42 AM
I would suggest a 20 amp power supply as a minimum. Imax, I am not familiar with and can not make a comment. I use FMA chargers and love them...they are idiot proof and I need that feature!!

Douggie

dddmx3
03-25-2010, 06:11 PM
douggie got any links?

and i called my local hobby store they said its better to buy a 3s lipo charger than a 6s charger and charge 2, 3s lipos in series...

sailr
03-25-2010, 06:29 PM
:doh:duh, hate to say it but your LHS isn't the sharpest knife in the drawer! You can't charge two 3S lipos in series with a 3S charger!!!:doh:

sailr
03-25-2010, 06:42 PM
This is the power supply I use. I can hook up a BUNCH of chargers at the same time.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Iota-DLS-55-amp-RV-Power-Converter-Battery-Charger_W0QQitemZ190383546150QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMo tors_RV_Trailer_Camper_Parts_Accessories?hash=item 2c53be5f26

I also connect a distribution panel to the power supply:

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXLWE5

The ebay seller has smaller power supplies but I wouldn't get anything less than 24 amps.




douggie got any links?

and i called my local hobby store they said its better to buy a 3s lipo charger than a 6s charger and charge 2, 3s lipos in series...

dddmx3
03-25-2010, 06:42 PM
hahah i meant to say that they said charge ONE battery at a time on a 3s charger

I really like this charger, is it ok?
http://www.hobbypartz.com/thac6smbachw.html

sailr
03-25-2010, 06:46 PM
That looks pretty good! Go for it! I'm going to order one for my friend. like the ability to chart the battery on your PC!


hahah i meant to say that they said charge ONE battery at a time on a 3s charger

I really like this charger, is it ok?
http://www.hobbypartz.com/thac6smbachw.html

dddmx3
03-25-2010, 06:49 PM
awesome thanks i will try to order it soon..

Alfa Spirit
03-25-2010, 06:59 PM
This charger is a SkyRC IMAX B6 AC

http://www.skyrc.com/indexhome.htm#/product/Charger/b6a/

http://leadershobby.com/catalog/images/IMAX-B6AC-01.jpg

dddmx3
03-25-2010, 07:11 PM
you guys were sayin at least 20amps???
http://www.hobbypartz.com/thac6smbachw.html

sailr
03-25-2010, 07:17 PM
No, at least 20A power supply, not charger. I've never seen a charger that puts out 20A!

Flying Scotsman
03-25-2010, 07:27 PM
I was saying 20 amps, as at times I have 2 or 3 chargers hooked up to the power supply. The cost difference between 10 and 20 amps is marginal.

http://www.fmadirect.com/

Douggie

dddmx3
03-25-2010, 07:29 PM
oh thanks guys..
sooner or later (maybe a year or two)
ill be a FE Addict!

dddmx3
03-25-2010, 07:41 PM
ordered the charger! :)
now i have to order two 3s lipos!

sailr
03-25-2010, 07:44 PM
The power supply on Ebay is a MUCH better deal. It is a commercial unit. Super heavy duty. NOT chinese. It is 55A for $102.50 + $15 shipping. The retail on it is close to $200!

the one on FMA is only 28A and it is $130.

dddmx3
03-25-2010, 07:50 PM
That's cool