Protek RCProdigy 610 ez AC/DC Li HV/Lipo Balance Battery Charger 2-6S/10 A/100 W PTK-8522
The Prodigy 610 ez AC/DC Li HV/Lipo Balance Battery Charger is designed for the discerning RC hobbyist seeking power and efficiency. With its advanced balancing capabilities, this charger ensures your batteries are charged optimally, enhancing their longevity and performance.
Power & Compatibility
Wall Power Input (AC): 100V-240V (Plugs directly into standard home wall outlets).
Portable Power Input (DC): 11V-18V (Can be powered by a car battery or power supply when you are outside).
Supported Battery Types: Works with almost all hobby batteries:
Lithium: LiPo, LiFe, LiHV (High Voltage), and Li-Ion.
Nickel: NiMH and NiCd (Older style stick packs).
Lead Acid: Pb (Like the heavy batteryin a real car or starter box).
Battery Size Limit (Cell Count):
Lithium: 1 to 6 Cells (1S–6S).
Nickel (NiMH): 1 to 15 Cells.
Lead Acid (Pb): 2 to 24 Volts.
Performance
Charging Speed (Current): Adjustable from 0.1 Amps (very slow) to 10 Amps (very fast).
Max Charging Power: 100 Watts (This is the total power available; it ensures the charger stays fast even when charging big 4S or 6S batteries).
Discharging (Draining) Speed: Adjustable from 0.1 Amps to 2.0 Amps (Used to lower the battery voltage for storage).
Discharge Power: 5 Watts (Note: This is low, meaning it takes a long time to drain a full battery).
Balancing Speed: 400mA per cell (How fast it equalizes the individual cellsin a Lithium battery to keep them healthy).
Safety & Features
Voltage Cutoff: You can adjust the “Full” voltage limit for each battery type (Safety feature to prevent overcharging).
Cooling: Built-in Fan (Keeps the charger from overheating).
Safety Timer: Automatic shut-off timer (Adjustable from 1 minute to 12 hours).
Memory: 10 Profiles (You can save the settings for 10 different vehicles so you don’t have to reprogram it every time).
Physical Specs
Screen: LCD with a blue backlight (Operated by buttons, not a touchscreen).
Dimensions: 5.1 x 4.5 x 2.4 inches.
Weight: 1.87 lbs.
Whats Included
(1) Prodigy Prodigy 610ez AC/DC Charger
(1) T-Style Charge Lead
(1) DC Input Wire
(1) Balance Board
(1) Instructions
Hi-Voltage Capable This charger features a Hi-Voltage LiHV mode that allows you to safely charge Hi-Voltage LiHV capable batteries. You can adjust the charging end voltage of this mode up to 4.40V per cell, which is considerably higher than 4.20V per cell of an ordinary LiPo battery. Charging at this higher end voltage requires a Hi-Voltage LiHV capable battery, but the power gains are significant to the overall punch and power for the R/C model. But please note: battery voltages exceeding 4.20V per cell is prohibited from sanctioned racing rules, such as ROAR, IFMAR, etc.
LiPo Battery & Charger Warnings:
1) DO NOT leave the batteryin your model when charging
2) DO NOT leave unattended when charging
3) ALWAYS balance charge the battery
4) ALWAYS use a LiPo charging bag
5) YOU MUST use a Li-Poly specific charger to charge the pack (NiMH or NiCd only chargers WILL NOT WORK!)
6) YOU MUST not over discharge the Li-Poly battery pack
7) READ & UNDERSTAND the instructions carefully before operating this battery
WARNING NOTE: This charger is not recommended for use with Traxxas batteries with ID connectors or Spektrum Smart batteries with IC connectors. Charging batteries equipped with ID or IC connectors may require additional stepsin order to safely balance charge your Lipo batteries. Please refer to your vehicle or aircraft owner’s manual for recommended batteries and charging equipment.