View Full Version : Thunderpower charger poll....Charge to 95% or 100% and why?
p01rogue
05-07-2008, 05:52 PM
Just curious to know what is being used the by most people.....the charge to 95% or 100% option....and any reasons for the choice.
p01rogue
05-07-2008, 05:58 PM
Thanks
huskynox
05-07-2008, 06:34 PM
I've tested 95%, then up'd it to 100% after the 95% completed. A 2200mAh pack only took in another 45mAh. Not worth the time for me.....
ChasHeliCop
05-07-2008, 06:38 PM
Charging to 95% when at the field, or in a hurry, because that last 5% takes alot longer to balance out the pack and is charged at a slower rate.
I always go 100% and often wonder if its worth all that extra time for 5% and the answer is probably no but I feel happier doing it this way and that is worth the time.
TGibe
05-19-2008, 05:24 PM
I always go to 100% because I charge in the evening and just line up the batteries and do the next one when it beeps... never charge at the field...
p01rogue
05-19-2008, 05:27 PM
I've been finding that if the battery comes off at 95% it usually is at a balanced state.
Going to 100% usually brings it out of balance getting that last 5% and then it has to sit and discharge/balance for even longer.