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Falcon01 11-19-2015 11:28 AM

i charger
 
I also am interested in getting a icharger but not sure if I should look at the 308 duo or the new one. Does it warrant the price of the new one ?

Dave H 11-19-2015 03:38 PM

Not sure I'd consider a 308 Duo to be an old model. I'm guessing you are thinking of the 406 Duo? Depends on your needs and what packs you have or plan on having. 406 has more power/amperage, but less cell capability.

What are you trying to charge, including possible future plans?

Falcon01 11-19-2015 07:09 PM

I use it the charge 1 and 2 cell batteries for RC cars.

Dan.J 11-19-2015 07:15 PM

I'm sure they both will suit you so pick your poison. The numbers in the name refers to there capabilities....
308=30amp up to 8 cell
406=40amp up to 6 cell ect.

fenton06 11-20-2015 09:02 AM

The iCharger 206b would be more than up to the task of charging your batteries for half the price unless you specifically want a duo so you can dump packs with a resistor bank.

nachofoot 11-20-2015 03:50 PM

What are you currently using to charge your 1S batteries?

Falcon01 11-20-2015 04:17 PM

I'm using a muchmore cell master.

Falcon01 11-20-2015 04:19 PM

The difference between the two is definitely the cost and I'm not sure as to spending more cash makes it better.

Falcon01 11-22-2015 03:46 PM

I think I'll buy the 308 Duo

Frank L 11-22-2015 04:40 PM

I have 2 308 chargers and love them.

disaster999 11-23-2015 04:34 PM

308 user here. I also only charge 1 or 2 cell batteries and the 308 is more than enough. The dual output and high charge rate allows me to charge all my cells pretty quickly when your in a time crunch.

I mainly bought the icharger for its features and precision. You want a charger than can measure internal resistance

SouthFloridaApp 11-26-2015 10:54 PM

I am going to purchase an I charger for the fact that they can measure internal resistance for my batteries. I mostly run 2s batteries..What model do I need.....not looking for overkill....also I may want to charge two or three 2s batteries at the same time north of 8-10 amps...what power supply is needed and adapters?

disaster999 11-27-2015 05:38 PM

For 2s applications I find a 12V 20amp power supply more than enough. If you start charging batteries with more cells you might want to up that to a 24V 20amp supply

YANMAN 11-27-2015 06:26 PM


Originally Posted by SouthFloridaApp (Post 14282374)
I am going to purchase an I charger for the fact that they can measure internal resistance for my batteries. I mostly run 2s batteries..What model do I need.....not looking for overkill....also I may want to charge two or three 2s batteries at the same time north of 8-10 amps...what power supply is needed and adapters?

This is the setup I am using. Charges 2s batteries at 15amps all day.
http://www.progressiverc.com/the-neu...50w-combo.html


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