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rcdude07
12-28-2009, 05:08 PM
4-Port Celectra Charger Review


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I received this for Christmas. As you can see from the picture, the charger comes tightly and securely packed.

What's in the box?
1 - 4 Port Celectra charger

What's not in the box?
4 D size batteries
1 E-Flite 6V AC/DC power supply


The Build:
Either connect the AC/DC power supply or install 4 D sized batteries.

Report Card:

The Good:

-No more stock BNF chargers need to be modified.
-Charge up to 4 3.7v E-Flite batteries simultaneously.
-Runs off batteries or AC/DC power supply.

The Bad:

-6V AC/DC power supply is not included.


Charging Time:
30-40 minutes depending on size and amount of juice left in the battery when connected to charge.

Summary:
I haven't used it to charge my lipos yet, but I have a coworker who bought this about a month ago with his mCX. He's used to charge the 110mAh and 150mAh batteries and likes. I tested connecting the batteries in the slots. The 150mAh battery fit better in slots 1 and 2 while the 110mAh batteries fit easily into all the slots. They fit in the slots better than they do the stock charger that comes with the BNF planes.

This is a great charger to have if you're flying ultra micros and are flying with more than one battery. This will be a great addition to anyone's ultra micro hangar.

ATIS
01-01-2010, 07:23 PM
Several of us have this charger and use it at the GBi indoor fun flys. Without it there would be alot of sitting around waiting to fly. Its consistant in providing fully charged lipos.

jrb
03-04-2010, 01:14 PM
Anybody know what max voltage can be applied on the jack; i.e. 2S LiPo or A123?

TIA,


Jim

rcdude07
03-04-2010, 02:09 PM
Anybody know what max voltage can be applied on the jack; i.e. 2S LiPo or A123?

TIA,


Jim

Here's the owner's manual, it should be in there:

http://www.horizonhobby.com/ProdInfo/Files/charger.pdf

jrb
03-04-2010, 02:15 PM
Nada!

Nope!

Not in there; now or whenI 1st checked.