May 12, 2010

MRC Super Brain 992 palm charger

MRC Super Brain 992 palm charger

MRC have released the latest addition to its line of Super Brain battery chargers, the 992. Designed from the ground up to charge all current battery chemistry types, the diminutive yet powerful AC/DC Palm Charger utilizes Accutec Lithium balancing technology that ensures precise charging and matching of individual battery pack cells, enabling maximum performance and life from each battery pack. With it’s 5-Amp maximum output, it can charge up to 10 cell NiCd/NiMh, 12V Lead Acid/Gel Cell and balance charges 1-4 cell LiPo, Li-Ion, and LiFE battery packs.

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April 29, 2010

Dynamite range of Vision chargers

Dynamite range of Vision chargers

Dynamite have released a new range of Vision chargers starting with this Vision Ultra AC/DC charger that combines impressive styling with an array of features all at a price that won’t break the bank.Starting off, it pumps out up to 7 amps of continuous charger current allowing you to hit the track or backyard quicker thanks to faster battery charge times. The blue backlit dot matrix LCD screen is easy to read and makes charging your batteries a breeze while the chargers reverse polarity and short circuit protection provides peace of mind. The Vision LCD charger pumps out up to 5 amps of continuous charge current and looks great doing it.  For RC surface enthusiasts using NiMH or Ni-Cd packs, the Vision LCD provides a ton of features and in addition to the blue backlit screen providing instant charge status updates, the Vision LCD combines reverse polarity and short circuit protection with banana output jacks, features that are typically found in more expensive chargers. Finally, the Vision LED Charger combines affordability, versatility and power and with up to 5 amps of continuous charge current, banana plug output terminals and the ability to charge up to 8-cell NiMH and Ni-Cd packs, the Vision LED provides users with an incredible value without sacrificing features or looks.

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April 21, 2010

HB Micro Charge peak charger

HB Micro Charge peak charger

Hot Bodies have released this all around peak charger, the Micro Charge. Featuring selectable charge rate, output short circuit protection, the ability to charge 4-7 cells of Ni-Cd or Ni-MH at multiple charge rates and it is both AC and DC compatible. Your low cost solution for the park flyer or R/C car enthusiast, and also works great for charging the receiver pack in your nitro R/C vehicle.

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April 5, 2010

Much More Legend charger bag

Much More Legend charger bag

New from Much More comes their Legend charger bag. Designed for safe and easy transportation of the CTX Legend Charger series, the bag hold two CTX Legend chargers and one CTX Power Master Legend power supply. It is made from a strong canvas material and provides protection from light rain and is lightweight too, making it ideal for travel.

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March 30, 2010

Core RC UAC-40 Universal Digital Charger

Core RC UAC-40 Universal Digital Charger

Core RC have released their universal digital charger called the UAC-40, which is a multifunctional balance and rapid charger/discharger controlled by a high performance microprocessor. Featuring multi voltage input of 240v AC or 12v DC, it is compatible with all types of batteries including LiPo,(1s-6s) Li-lon, NiMH, NiCd,(1-15cells) Pb and LiFE. Fast charging up to 5 amps, discharging, balancing, cycling and much more, the UAC-40 has it all.

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March 20, 2010

Dynamite LiPo starter combo

Dynamite LiPo starter combo

Dynamite have introduced an inexpensive, all-in-one way to upgrade for sport vehicle enthusiasts to the growing LiPo battery technologies. Dynamite’s LiPo starter combo includes a Dynamite Passport AC/DC LiPo 6S Charger, a Dynamite 7.4V 2600mAh 2S 15C LiPo hard case with a Traxxas High-Current Connector, a Dynamite LiPo Charge Bag (DYN1400) and a small Tamiya-to-Traxxas charge adapter.

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March 15, 2010

Racers Edge SureCharge 1500

Racers Edge SureCharge 1500

The SureCharge 1500 from Racers Edge uses the most advanced Lithium charging and balancing technology to get the most out of your LiPo & Life-Po battery packs. The adjustable charging rate, from 1amp to 5amps, will easily take care of everything from 1/10th, 1/12th and 1/18th scale packs down to receiver and transmitter packs. With the integrated JST-XH balance ports the most common 2 and 3 cell Lithium packs are easily maintained properly for the longest possible cycle life. The included true branded Traxxas HC and Deans charging leads means that you will not need to build any custom adapters to get up and going.

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February 25, 2010

HPI Reactor 500 charger

HPI Reactor 500 charger

HPI have released the Reactor 500 the ultimate charging companion for every RC hobbyist’s toolbox. With universal voltage input, total compatibility with all available battery types including Li-Ion, LiPo, LiFE and Pb, fast charging up to 5 amps, discharging, balancing, cycling, multiple profiles and microprocessor control, you won’t have a need for any other charger on your pit table.

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