Hitec CG-340
05-02-2003 | 10:43 AM
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Hitec CG-340
Hello,
I just recently bought a CG-340 NiCad/NiMh Field Charger. I would like to know how do I use this charger efficiently. The LHS I bought from ain't much help as she doesn't speak english fluently and I don't really understand what she's trying to say.
My questions are;
1) Can it be connected to a car battery? A normal car that is, the CG-340 accepts max 12V. *I presume normal cars are running at that voltage?
2) What if I want to use it indoors to, charge it to a normal power supply since it's a DC charger? Do I need an AC/DC current/voltage converter?
3) Is it a fast charger? Can the batteries I use be charged say, in 10-15 mins time? If so, how do I do the settings?
4) The charger can charge up to 16 cells, means I can charge 2 dynamite pack at a go with series connection. Manual says, to connect the batteries in series. I need to discharge it at the same amp, is it truly safe? Again, what's the settings?
FYI, my batteries are 1700 NiCd.
Thanks guys! Need answers ASAP!
I just recently bought a CG-340 NiCad/NiMh Field Charger. I would like to know how do I use this charger efficiently. The LHS I bought from ain't much help as she doesn't speak english fluently and I don't really understand what she's trying to say.
My questions are;
1) Can it be connected to a car battery? A normal car that is, the CG-340 accepts max 12V. *I presume normal cars are running at that voltage?
2) What if I want to use it indoors to, charge it to a normal power supply since it's a DC charger? Do I need an AC/DC current/voltage converter?
3) Is it a fast charger? Can the batteries I use be charged say, in 10-15 mins time? If so, how do I do the settings?
4) The charger can charge up to 16 cells, means I can charge 2 dynamite pack at a go with series connection. Manual says, to connect the batteries in series. I need to discharge it at the same amp, is it truly safe? Again, what's the settings?
FYI, my batteries are 1700 NiCd.
Thanks guys! Need answers ASAP!
05-02-2003 | 11:22 AM
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CG-340 instructions PDF
1:) Yes
2:) You will need a DC pwer supply to run off of AC
3:) No, this really isn't considered a FAST charge type of charger.
it has a MAX rate of:
NiCd Charge Rate:
4-5 Cell - 0.2-1.5 Amp.
6-16 Cell - 0.2 -3.0 Amp.
NiMH Charge Rate:
4-16 Cell - 0.2-1.5 Amp.
4:) I would recimend a set of bulbs or a dischage device that will do around 20A for your packs.
1:) Yes
2:) You will need a DC pwer supply to run off of AC
3:) No, this really isn't considered a FAST charge type of charger.
it has a MAX rate of:
NiCd Charge Rate:
4-5 Cell - 0.2-1.5 Amp.
6-16 Cell - 0.2 -3.0 Amp.
NiMH Charge Rate:
4-16 Cell - 0.2-1.5 Amp.
4:) I would recimend a set of bulbs or a dischage device that will do around 20A for your packs.
Last edited by Tres; 05-03-2003 at 07:49 AM.
05-03-2003 | 10:26 AM
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Hhmm an hour. Well I tried the CG-340 today, I hooked it up to my company's van. The engine and battery is right under the front seat and I have no problem putting the charger safely to one side if you ask me.
I let the engine run and travelled for about 15-20 mins. By the time I reach my destination, my batt is charged and as it's niCad, the CG-340 switch to trickle mode. The charger, felt really hot. Safety first, I unplugged it and let it cool down. That was in the afternoon. I got back around midnight and use the battery I charged earlier on. Surprisingly, the run time is normal, about 5-7mins.
Question is, do you think it's really safe to charge it while driving? I'm not sure....
I let the engine run and travelled for about 15-20 mins. By the time I reach my destination, my batt is charged and as it's niCad, the CG-340 switch to trickle mode. The charger, felt really hot. Safety first, I unplugged it and let it cool down. That was in the afternoon. I got back around midnight and use the battery I charged earlier on. Surprisingly, the run time is normal, about 5-7mins.
Question is, do you think it's really safe to charge it while driving? I'm not sure....
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