Product Review
For LiPo users, there's no quicker way to maximize run/fun time than the Onyx 150. Balancing ensures that each cell in a 2- or 3-cell packs charge to the 4.2V maximum. Switch selectable charge rates - and features that automatically start and end charging - make it one of today's easiest and most affordable "set-and-forget" LiPo chargers!
Features:
- Includes a compact switching power supply and AC and DC power cords for charge-anywhere convenience.
- Switch-selectable rates for 1-3S LiPo power and radio packs.
- Features an LED and sound cues for easy setup - and an auto-start feature.
- Custom cc/cv charge profile ensures maximum voltage and prevents overcharging.
- Includes Duratrax 3S balancing plug w/2S adapter, Star Plug, plus adapter for Traxxas battery packs.
- Balances LiPo cells with +/- 5mV accuracy per cell.
- Protects packs with a 90-minute safety timer - and itself with solid-state reverse polarity and current overload circuitry.
- Fan-cooled for maximum efficiency.
Specifications:
- AC input: 110V 60Hz
- DC input: 11-15V
- Battery type: 1-3 LiPo cells (3.7-11.1V) only
- Battery Capacity: 100-7500mAh
- Fast Charge Current: 1.5A, 3.0A and 5.0A (50W)
- Fast Charge Termination: cc/cv (based on 3.7V/cell)
- Fast Charge Safety Timer: 90 minutes
- Controls: Current select switch
- Output Connections: Attached lead w/Star Plug, Traxxas adapter and universal radio jack (for 1-3S LiPo Packs)
- Input Connections: Attached AC lead and detachable DC lead w/alligator clips
- Balancing Connector: Duratrax 3S with 2S adapter
- Balancing Accuracy: 5mV per cell
- Node Current (max.): 200mA
- Protective Features: safety timer; built-in fan, reverse polarity and current overload circuitry
- Case Size: 5.3 x 5.0 x 1.9 in (133 x 127 x 48 mm)
- Weight: 12.6 oz (356 g)
- Setup/Alert/Warning Features: multi-color status LED and sound cues
