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Vapex VTE500 PII NIMH Charger for 4.8V/7.2V/8.4V/9.6V/12V Batteries

Vapex VTE500 PII NIMH Charger for 4.8V/7.2V/8.4V/9.6V/12V Batteries

by Vapex
SKU VTE500PIIAuto
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£18.00 - £18.00
£18.00
£18.00 - £18.00
£18.00
  • 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.