Post by peej on Jul 16, 2008 15:36:51 GMT -5
Product: Onyx 230
Manufacturer: Duratrax
Purchased at: Amarillo Hobby House (LHS) also available online
Price paid: Around $90.00
Pros: Handles nicad, nimh, and LiPo
Easy to use interface (after a little practice)
Fast charge rates
Comes with AC power supply built in
5 year warranty
Cons: Small alligator clips for DC
Alligator clips are permanently attached
I have been using this charger for over a week now with 7 cell 4200's, 6 cell 4200's, and 6 cell 3000's all NiMh. It has worked flawlessly, no false peaking and seems to totally charge all my packs. I did have a bit of trouble getting all the settings in the memory, BUT that was operator error (READ THE DIRECTIONS it makes it much easier). With 10 memory slots I was able to set parameters for charging at home and charging faster at the track.
Races are this weekend so I will be able to tell more about how much abuse it can take after keeping packs ready for 3 heats and 1 main.
For the price, this is great charger that is flexible enough to handle what most bashers and weekend racers need.
I give it 4.5 smilies ;D ;D ;D ;D
Manufacturer: Duratrax
Purchased at: Amarillo Hobby House (LHS) also available online
Price paid: Around $90.00
Pros: Handles nicad, nimh, and LiPo
Easy to use interface (after a little practice)
Fast charge rates
Comes with AC power supply built in
5 year warranty
Cons: Small alligator clips for DC
Alligator clips are permanently attached
I have been using this charger for over a week now with 7 cell 4200's, 6 cell 4200's, and 6 cell 3000's all NiMh. It has worked flawlessly, no false peaking and seems to totally charge all my packs. I did have a bit of trouble getting all the settings in the memory, BUT that was operator error (READ THE DIRECTIONS it makes it much easier). With 10 memory slots I was able to set parameters for charging at home and charging faster at the track.
Races are this weekend so I will be able to tell more about how much abuse it can take after keeping packs ready for 3 heats and 1 main.
For the price, this is great charger that is flexible enough to handle what most bashers and weekend racers need.
I give it 4.5 smilies ;D ;D ;D ;D
