Re: [Paddlewise] VHF radio chargers

From: Michael Daly <mikedaly_at_magma.ca>
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2005 15:05:03 -0400
On 11 Apr 2005 at 20:36, Evan Dallas wrote:

> Does anyone have any recommendations for perhaps an after-market
> charger that will automatically shut-off when it reaches full charge?

Check through catalogues of RC modelers stuff.  They use various 
batteries a lot and the chargers they use are pretty sophisticated. 
They do smart conditioning and recharging.  In spite of that, they're 
a lot cheaper than the one that Standard Horizon sells.  Google RC 
hobby shops or visit the local one if you're in the right city (i.e. 
big enough to have a decent hobby shop).

One problem will be finding one for such a low-powered battery.  The 
racers are using 2000mAh+ batteries and the standard battery for your 
unit is only 1100mAh.  One model I found on the web recommended not 
using it for a small battery.

Another thing will be adapting it to attach to your battery.  The RC 
chargers probably use things like alligator clips and such - you'll 
have to make some kind of widget to hold it onto the leads on your 
battery.  If you're adventurous, you could gut the holder you already 
have.

Mike
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