4LikesIcharger power supply
05-21-2018 | 08:58 PM
#16
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The extra amps are very nice to have. My point is the RL and R1 power supplies are not "New" they are recycled power supplies. Most likely purchased from a server recycler/Miner and then modified by RL and R1. Your paying them to do the work of modifying a used power supply, wrapping it in vinyl, and then giving you a "warranty".
Its your call if you think having them do the work is worth the extra cost. Personally, I'm handy with a soldering iron.
Its your call if you think having them do the work is worth the extra cost. Personally, I'm handy with a soldering iron.
Smart and lucky move - I was shocked when I went looking for a supply recently - what used to be $15 - $20 my price was suddenly $80 - $100. Luckily, the 60 amp versions are still cheap and work fine 99% of the time.
05-21-2018 | 09:05 PM
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05-22-2018 | 04:45 PM
#18
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Away from the argument, I like the Lightner dischargers and most people at my track use them. They are made local to me in California and fell pretty high quality. I see sometimes the r1 wurks discharger fan breaking but the Lightner works great for me.
05-23-2018 | 09:48 AM
#19
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Going to be ordering the icharger 406 and will be used to charger 2s 5000 lipo sharty pack mostly for stock racing and wondering which power supply will be best. I found this and I like the idea of the stand and everything looking neat.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/iCharger-40...QAAOSw44BYfCrt
will this power supply be enough?
I hate to buy stuff and then realize it wasnt the best option.
anybody use that power supply?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/iCharger-40...QAAOSw44BYfCrt
will this power supply be enough?
I hate to buy stuff and then realize it wasnt the best option.
anybody use that power supply?
That charger is serious overkill for charging 2S shorty packs.
Like using a sledge to hammer finishing nails...
But to answer your question, yes that power supply will be fine even if you charge two of those 2S 5000mAh shorty packs at the same time. (5-10 amps each, not 40)
Sean
05-23-2018 | 10:30 AM
#20
Couldn't help but notice, and nobody else has mentioned it...
That charger is serious overkill for charging 2S shorty packs.
Like using a sledge to hammer finishing nails...
But to answer your question, yes that power supply will be fine even if you charge two of those 2S 5000mAh shorty packs at the same time. (5-10 amps each, not 40)
Sean
That charger is serious overkill for charging 2S shorty packs.
Like using a sledge to hammer finishing nails...
But to answer your question, yes that power supply will be fine even if you charge two of those 2S 5000mAh shorty packs at the same time. (5-10 amps each, not 40)
Sean
05-23-2018 | 10:44 AM
#21
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You've scrolled through the Icharger 406 DUO thread? Good info in there. Some are using the very PS you are asking about,
Sean
Sean
05-24-2018 | 07:34 AM
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Couldn't help but notice, and nobody else has mentioned it...
That charger is serious overkill for charging 2S shorty packs.
Like using a sledge to hammer finishing nails...
But to answer your question, yes that power supply will be fine even if you charge two of those 2S 5000mAh shorty packs at the same time. (5-10 amps each, not 40)
Sean
That charger is serious overkill for charging 2S shorty packs.
Like using a sledge to hammer finishing nails...
But to answer your question, yes that power supply will be fine even if you charge two of those 2S 5000mAh shorty packs at the same time. (5-10 amps each, not 40)
Sean
05-24-2018 | 08:18 AM
#24
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By noting a charge rate of 5-10 Amps I was alluding to the fact that I would never recommend charging a 2S shorty pack at 40 Amps, whether or not the equipment could do it.
Sean
05-25-2018 | 09:04 AM
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I have seen people charge 2s at 40amps. They say it makes a difference, but I still would not recommend.
Like everyone is saying, I too use a power supply from an old computer. It does the job and no need to go overboard on price. :-)
Like everyone is saying, I too use a power supply from an old computer. It does the job and no need to go overboard on price. :-)
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