Well, by "fast charging" I meant really stressing the pack - i.e.
attempting to charge an empay pack in 15 minutes to full
capacity, which would be 4C (right?). I normally follow the 1C rule -
if it's a 350mah pack, I charge it at 350ma for an hour. Occasionally
2C, but never more than that. I've seen a few guys rush through the
charge cycle only to have the plane rush back to the earth
(unexpectedly)! ;)
There are a lot of things that can go wrong up there in the sky - so you
really have to consider "What is most likely to fail and cause the most
damage?". I figure it's the battery. So, treat it well, and you'll be
treated well.
And, for what it's worth, I have an Accu-Cycle Elite from Hobbico that
has treated me very well. Dual outputs, NiCD, NiMH and Li charging, and
it come with a nice big AC adapter for home-use or clips for DC.
Oh, and if what I hear is true, congrats Marc on clinching the OVSS!
Marc Gellart wrote:
Ben, Your Cheap Battery Pack info is right on, but one thing you have
stated I would take note of. I do not hardly know of anyone that
does not fast charge their batteries, most at the field. I use a
Sirius(both charger and cycler) for everything, and others use other
products, but fast charging is reliable and actually a much more
precise charge than the old wall charger you get with your system.
Not sure what you are using, but get a good fast charger and you will
be fine.
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