On Wed, 16 Feb 2000 11:17:07 EST, you wrote: >but what about the rate of charge? What max rate should I expect, and what is >the best rate? The best rate should be C1 which means the rate that fully charges an empty pack or cell in 1 hour (ie. 1 amp for a 1000mah pack will charge in approx 1 hr. ) You can get away with faster charging, but condition your pack first at C1 until you are getting 1000mah out of it. (You have to have a discharge meter for this - I have the Serius meter). Bruce Beddoe Pacific Palisades CA RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]