Ok to swap out the 600mAh NiCd transmitter battery for a 1650mAh NiMh?
06-15-2005, 03:53 PM
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Ok to swap out the 600mAh NiCd transmitter battery for a 1650mAh NiMh?
I am thinking about swapping the stock 600mAh NiCd pack in my Futaba 6XAS for a 1650mAh NiMh HydriMax Ultra. Here's a link [link=http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDXC8&P=0]1650mAh HydriMax Ultra[/link]. Has anyone had any experiences with the swap, good or bad? Both batteries have the same dimensions and both cost $34.99 at Tower Hobbies. A slight modification to the battery lead is all that would be required ( the stock battery has a small white plug instead of the standard J type battery plug.
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06-15-2005, 04:09 PM
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RE: Ok to swap out the 600mAh NiCd transmitter battery for a 1650mAh NiMh?
As long as it fits (voltage, etc.)and you get it wired correctly..... sure....
I swapped out the stock 700 mAh battery in my 9Cap for a 2300 mAh battery.... I can fly the whole weekend and much more and never worry about a charge......
I swapped out the stock 700 mAh battery in my 9Cap for a 2300 mAh battery.... I can fly the whole weekend and much more and never worry about a charge......
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RE: Ok to swap out the 600mAh NiCd transmitter battery for a 1650mAh NiMh?
The voltage is 9.6v and dimensions are identical with the stock pack. I am going to give the 6XAS to my wife and get the new 9CAPS for myself. I believe it also comes with a 600-700mAh. You say you have no problems with the NiMh pack in your 9CAP? Battery says discharge rate should not exceed 750mAh. Have you used any of the NiMh receiver packs?
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06-15-2005, 07:31 PM
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RE: Ok to swap out the 600mAh NiCd transmitter battery for a 1650mAh NiMh?
The bigger packs work fine.
Remember though that if you are still using the original wall wart charger that you are charging the bigger pack well below the C-10 rate which could lead to underperformance.
Check in on Red Schoefields site for charging information.
I have been using larger capacity transmitter pack for several years and like you find it convienient to be able to flyy acouple of days without recharging.
Remember though that if you are still using the original wall wart charger that you are charging the bigger pack well below the C-10 rate which could lead to underperformance.
Check in on Red Schoefields site for charging information.
I have been using larger capacity transmitter pack for several years and like you find it convienient to be able to flyy acouple of days without recharging.
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I am thinking about swapping the stock 600mAh NiCd pack in my Futaba 6XAS for a 1650mAh NiMh HydriMax Ultra. Here's a link [link=http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDXC8&P=0]1650mAh HydriMax Ultra[/link]. Has anyone had any experiences with the swap, good or bad? Both batteries have the same dimensions and both cost $34.99 at Tower Hobbies. A slight modification to the battery lead is all that would be required ( the stock battery has a small white plug instead of the standard J type battery plug.
Thanks. Gene
I am thinking about swapping the stock 600mAh NiCd pack in my Futaba 6XAS for a 1650mAh NiMh HydriMax Ultra. Here's a link [link=http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDXC8&P=0]1650mAh HydriMax Ultra[/link]. Has anyone had any experiences with the swap, good or bad? Both batteries have the same dimensions and both cost $34.99 at Tower Hobbies. A slight modification to the battery lead is all that would be required ( the stock battery has a small white plug instead of the standard J type battery plug.
Thanks. Gene
06-15-2005, 08:02 PM
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RE: Ok to swap out the 600mAh NiCd transmitter battery for a 1650mAh NiMh?
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The bigger packs work fine.
Remember though that if you are still using the original wall wart charger that you are charging the bigger pack well below the C-10 rate which could lead to underperformance.
Check in on Red Schoefields site for charging information.
The bigger packs work fine.
Remember though that if you are still using the original wall wart charger that you are charging the bigger pack well below the C-10 rate which could lead to underperformance.
Check in on Red Schoefields site for charging information.
Gene
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RE: Ok to swap out the 600mAh NiCd transmitter battery for a 1650mAh NiMh?
I used a 1650maH pack in my 9C.
I would get 5.5 hours of use before it reached the low voltage limit.
I would get 5.5 hours of use before it reached the low voltage limit.
