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Old 07-26-2014, 05:00 AM
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I have been upgrading a lot of my gear and the time is coming for me to upgrade my charger. I have been researching but I believe there must be dozens of chargers I still haven't heard about, hence the thread.

I no longer use or plan to use any batteries larger than a 2s so I don't need a crazy powerful charger, I prefer more 'features' such as touch screen and stuff like that.

Requirements:
-AC/DC with internal power supply for portability
-6A charge rate minimum
-Easy to use interface/Nice big screen
-Good reliability
-Maximum $120

So far I'm considering

http://www.rcmart.com/skyrc-t6755-pr...?cPath=52_1271

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...arehouse_.html
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The skyrc for sure if it was me. Although for about 160 or a little less you can get the lrp quadra competition.
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The skyrc for sure if it was me. Although for about 160 or a little less you can get the lrp quadra competition.
Thanks for the reply. I looked at the lrp, charging power looks good but doesn't have enough features for the price point.

Have you tried the skyrc charger? If yes what was it like?
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Originally Posted by TB03Racer09
Thanks for the reply. I looked at the lrp, charging power looks good but doesn't have enough features for the price point.

Have you tried the skyrc charger? If yes what was it like?
I believe SKY RC is Hitec's OEM. They sure do look a lot alike on a few of the models. If that is the case, they are good to go. I have a single charger unit from them, bought it used. Solid unit.
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Yes SkyRC is Hitecs OEM.
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I have been using the x200 from HK since they came out. It has been a very good charger for me. The UI is incredibly easy to use as well. Plus, it is 200 watts as opposed to 55w for the sky rc. However, it is DC only. The x100 here, is ac/dc: http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s..._US_Plug_.html
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I can't find the x100 ac/dc for a good price (including shipping to australia). So I'm leaning towards the skyrc charger.

Does anyone know of any possible issues with buying a charger from hong kong other than possible needing a adaptor?
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The only problem ordering fro Hong Kong is the time it takes to get to e in the states. It looks like the AC input is a standard 2 prong laptop plug, which should not be hard to find.
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