After about 15 years I decided to update my charging system that had evolved as chargers improved but always used a 12 volt 55 Amp power supply. I went to a 24 volt supply and a 1000 watt charger capable of charging many LiPos in parallel. I was a little concerned about parallel charging but I'm now convinced it is the way to go. I've been flying 6s packs in a 62 inch Acuity this year and am able to charge my four packs at the same time in a half hour just before I leave for the field. When I get home I can charge them all at the same time to storage voltage in about the same time. The fact that it is easy to use this routine means I will do it and results in the packs being at high voltage for the minimum amount of time which should improve battery life.

I use the ISDT Q8 Max (inspired by Chad) which is small and runs very cool. I've left room for a second one for when I get back to flying 2 meter planes and will want to be charging while I'm flying so I will want to start a second set charging before the previous set is complete.