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Old 09-22-2015, 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by qwerty3
I've had a similar experience with NiMh packs - the 'fancy' charger will false peak, and shut off way too soon. A cheapo Hobbico 'Fast Field Charger' seems to do OK- but the overnight wall-wart type charger is probably best. Especially with a new NiMh pack, expect to cycle it 4 - 6 times before it comes up to capacity. It may require manually charging with one device, then discharging on another. A good LiFe pack is a lot less hassle, IMHO.
well, I purchased Eneloops and according to HangTime Hobbies they come pre-formed. Will still take it easy on them for several cycles. Anyway, after I receive my Accu-Cycle Elite, I will have it, a wall wart, and my A6320AC. Tons of options. Dealing with both brand new packs and old packs that I need to cycle. I used to love the accu cycle elite. Like I said, gave it up for a fancy charger. Now I have both.