This is the best value smart charger we stock.
Charges all 4.8V/7.2V/8.4V/9.6V/12V NiCd or NiMH battery packs.
The charger is designed to charge 4-10 cells of a nickel-metal hydride or nickel-cadmium battery with a standard Tamiya connector.
Charges a 1600mAh battery in a little over 3 hours.
This charger is equipped with a microprocessor that can distinguish how many cells are being charged to cut off the charging at the right moment and prevent the battery from overcharging.
The charger is easy to use and no additional adjustments are required.
The charger has a small male Tamiya connector.
Rated input voltage and current frequency: 240VAC 50Hz
Rated voltage (output): DC18.0V + -5%
Rated current: DC500mA
Number of cells in the battery: 4 ~ 10 cells
No-load charging voltage (output): DC 23.5V Max
Current: 60mA Max
Short circuit and reverse polarity protection
UK plug
Product features:
Charges 4~10 Ni-MH/Ni-Cd battery cells with standard Tamiya plug
Microprocessor control system (For protection and safety).
Battery life is well protected by ΔV “delta V” detection (change in battery voltage) and a timer.
LED diode informing about the battery charge status
Flashing Red LED - Charging from empty
Solid Red LED with Flashing Red LED - charging with progress indication.
Green Colour - battery fully charged
Do not leave chargers plugged in unattended or for excessive periods i.e. overnight - disconnect once charging is complete.

User manual: -
Connect 1 battery (NiMH or Ni-Cd) with 4~10 cells and Tamiya male plug to the Tamiya female connector of the battery.
Make sure the male plug is properly connected.
Connect the charger to a power socket.
The LED will flash red while the batteries are charging, full red blocks indicate progression of charge.
Disconnect the charger and the batteries from the electrical outlet after charging is complete.

Mechanical specifications:
Plastic housing: 70 × 40 × 28mm
DC wire output: 1500mm × 26AWG × 2C
Working temperature: 0~35℃
Short circuit: 20mA
Weight: 90g
Important safety instructions
Before charging, read the instructions.
This charger is designed to charge nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal hydride batteries.
Attempting to charge other types of rechargeable batteries or non-rechargeable batteries may result in damage to the charger and personal injury
Charge only one type of battery (Ni-Cd or Ni-MH) at a time.
Do not expose the charger to rain or moisture. For use indoors.
Unplug from the mains when not in use.
Never use an extension cord or any additional plugs not recommended by the manufacturer, which may cause a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
Do not use the charger if it has been damaged or has received an electric shock.
Take it to a qualified service technician for repair.
Do not disassemble the charger. Improper reassembly may result in risk of electric shock or fire.
Unplug the charger from the socket before cleaning or handling the charger.
Do not leave chargers plugged in unattended or for excessive periods i.e. overnight - disconnect once charging is complete.

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