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Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger Discharger 1S-6S Digital Battery Pack Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Packs LCD Hobby Battery Charger w/ Tamiya/JST/EC3/HiTec/Deans Connectors + Power Supply 01435
ONE CHARGER MANY BATTERY PACKS - Tenergy TB6-B balance charger/discharger is ideal for all hobby battery packs that are NiMH, NiCd, LiPO, Li-ion, LiFePO4, and SLA battery packs.WIDE CONNECTOR COMPATIBILITY - With one multi-charging harness, this AC balance charger can recharge battery packs with tamiya, mini tamiya, JST, HiTec, EC3, Deans, XT60, and bare leads connectors so that additional connectors can be added.WIDE VOLTAGE COMPATIBILITY - Use the battery pack balance charger on NiMH/NiCd 1.2V-18V (1S-15S), with popular options of 6V, 7.2V, 9.6V, 12V. LiPO/Li-ion 3.7V-22.2V (1S-6S), with voltage capabilities such as 7.4V, 11.1V, 14.8V. LiFePO4 3.2V-19.2V (1S-6S), with popular options of 9.6V, 12.8V, 16V. SLA 2V-20V.MULTIPLE FUNCTIONS - More than a regular digital balance charger, Tenergy TB6-B comes with features like Li-ion and LiPO balancing, fast charging, data storage, cyclic charging, discharging, and much more for all of your battery packs.EASY TO READ SCREEN - View all charging statuses and settings on the electronic balance charger LCD screen as you navigate the modes and selections. Buy with confidence, your charger includes Tenergy a 12-month warranty.
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32 Reddit comments about Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger Discharger 1S-6S Digital Battery Pack Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Packs LCD Hobby Battery Charger w/ Tamiya/JST/EC3/HiTec/Deans Connectors + Power Supply 01435:

u/Davkhow · 4 pointsr/prius

Most people will tell you to just buy a reman pack from one of the aftermarket suppliers or go to Toyota to get a new pack.

But if you know what you are doing, you can probably get a dead battery up and going again for a couple hundred bucks.

The first thing you want to do is remove and disassemble the pack. There are some good videos on YouTube for it. ChrisFix has a good one.

The next step is checking the voltage of every module in the pack. Anything less than 7.2V is most likely trash. Depending on the charge of the battery, they will probably be 7.4-7.6V and they should be relatively close to each other. If there is one that is more than about 0.2V away from the others, I would replace that as well.

Once you know which ones are bad, order some replacements from your supplier of choice.

For balancing, you will probably want a battery cycler like this one. You want something that will discharge and fully charge NiMH batteries. You want to slowly discharge each module to 6V then charge it back up. This will take a long time because you’ll have to do it 28 times.

Depending on how long it takes, you may also want to charge them all again at the end. This should put them close enough in balance that the car would be useable again.

This is not guaranteed to work. But typically there are one or two bad modules in a pack causing the red triangle. The replacement modules are most likely not going to be matched to the rest of the pack. And you may end up in the same spot a few months down the road. But $100-$200 is better than $1200-$1700 if you just need to get by for a while.

u/fixITman1911 · 3 pointsr/FTC

Don't do that, get a smart charger instead. I'll link the one I have in a little bit.


I have this one


and I am looking at getting this one


Both of these also have one extra really cool feature, you can power them with DC OR AC, this means, you could put a DC battery (i.e. car battery) on your cart, and recharge your robot batteries on the move.

u/TheTim · 2 pointsr/ElectricSkateboarding

That was really hard for me to parse, so I made this formatted list, with links and current prices (in USD via Amazon):


Component | Item | Price
---|---|---
motor | Turnigy Aerodrive SK3 - 6364-190kv Brushless Outrunner Motor | $176
motor speed controller | Castle Creations Mamba Max Pro 1/10 Brushless ESC with SMARTSENSE | $116
remote control | Spektrum 2322 DX2E 2-Channel DSMR Surface Radio System | $70
battery | Turnigy 5000mAh 6S 20C Lipo Pack | $50
battery charger | Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Battery Packs + Power Supply | $58
deck | ??? | ?
trucks | Paris V2 180mm Longboard Trucks Black | $45
wheels | Orangatang Kegel 80mm 80a Orange Longboard Wheels Set of 4 | $60
motor gear | 16t pinion gear | ?
wheel gear | 36t drive wheel gear | ?
drive belt | ??? | ?
motor mount | welded motor mount | ?
| total price | $575


If you respond with links to the ? items I'll edit this and add them in.

u/LowBerryy · 2 pointsr/airsoft

I personally use the Tenergy TB6-B which looks like the B6. Balance chargers are great

u/MISFITofMAGIC · 2 pointsr/multicopterbuilds

I think this kit might be a better deal. I have the same kit and it's wonderful. Flys my gopro/gimbal, amp data link, and a 2200lipo just fine (6 min flight times). http://www.altitudehobbies.com/iflight-frame-combo-kits/iflight-i450b-450mm-quadcopter-flight-combo

I love my APM boards, and would recommend one in a second. But save your money now, that's something you can upgrade later. Get off the ground with a cheaper FC and see how everything goes.

Edit: Charger I own 2, they work well - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_BnNIwbFQYR1R8

u/TomTheGeek · 2 pointsr/radiocontrol
u/spaceman_josh · 2 pointsr/Multicopter

The Amazon listing is pretty poorly written and vague. I believe the charging port is for a barrel connecter for an external NiMH charger, with a NiMH battery pack inside the QX7.

As for your other battery, you will need a Lipo Balance charger. I got this one as my first hobby charger. If you are unfamiliar with handling of Lithium Ion batteries, please read/watch up on proper charging and storage procedures. You can burn your house down if you don't know what you are doing.

u/Monkeybomb374 · 2 pointsr/airsoft

I use the tenergy tb6b I really recommend it even though it does cost a bit with it you're not limited to just lipos or what type of connector it has it comes with a octopus cable (not sure what to call it) but it allows you to basically charge any type of battery with it you can program the charger to work with any battery too!
amazon link

u/w1redweird0 · 2 pointsr/radiocontrol

More info such as battery type, size, or connector would be helpful.

I've got one of these and it works great.

Combo Special: Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Battery Packs + Power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zxaozbHDJ31TQ

If you only have one type of battery or much smaller batteries, there are definitely cheaper options.

u/broken42 · 2 pointsr/airsoft

For the a little bit more OP could get this charger and this lipo. It's a little more expensive but in the long run it will be cheaper because you can get lipos off of Hobbyking for WAY less than you can NiMH batteries.

u/Raider1284 · 2 pointsr/Multicopter

Something like this would do the trick: http://www.amazon.com/Combo-Special-Tenergy-Balance-Charger/dp/B00466PKE0 you would have to buy charge-leads that work with whatever connectors your batteries use. Most likely they are xt60 connectors, so a charge-lead like this would do the trick: http://www.amazon.com/ProgressiveRC-AC-XTC-XT60-Charge-Cable/dp/B00CD9QN3Y

u/ZeroMercuri · 1 pointr/airsoft

This is the one I use and it works pretty well and comes with a power supply and pretty much all the connectors you'll ever need and room to wire up others if it doesn't.

You can also find some great deals on Hobby King.
A lot of people use the Imax B6 but it doesn't come with a power supply (if you have an old laptop one that usually works)

The Accucell S60 is exceptionally good value but only comes with an XT60 connector (you can get other connectors or wire up your own). This one can only charge up to 4S LiPos but that's probably more than enough for Airsoft.

u/obviouslymetoo · 1 pointr/rccars

I consider this an entry level charger: Tenergy TB6-B. It does 1S-6S and a lot of connector types. Does Lipo and most other chemistries too. Would be pretty slow at 6s but it's light years ahead of the stock charger for a 8000mAh 2S battery I use (~90m iirc.)

u/devsfan1830 · 1 pointr/multicopterbuilds

Thanks for taking the time to respond. That GPS was absolutely my mistake. Clicked the wrong listing on ebay. Already replaced it on an updated BOM. Definitely will mount it up and away from the electronics. Though the more I think on it I may just leave it off until i get used to normal flight.

I may still prefer the LEDs for orientation purposes. At least in the beginning. Theyre cheap enough. Same thing with the buzzer. My updated BOM has one that has the LEDs and Buzzer together.

This is the charger. Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger Discharger 1S-6S Digital Battery Pack Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Packs w/ LCD Display Hobby Battery Charger w/ Tamiya/JST/EC3/HiTec/Deans Connectors + Power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_WLWcBb8SSM3YM seems to come with everything i need but I can get a beefier supply if you think its wise. Pics have the included one at 5 Amps.

Ill look into the making the smokestopper as well. Thaks again!

u/CM17X · 1 pointr/Multicopter

It's 7.4V right now. It was higher when it arrives and after 17 hours of practices that I've done so far.
I'm considering about keeping it and get a charger, which at the end, is gonna be needed fpr charge those 3S - 4S packs. By any chance do you know this one? I like it the simplicity, with everything ready to charge, and not the hassle of getting charger and power supply separated


Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger Discharger 1S-6S Digital Battery Pack Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Packs LCD Hobby Battery Charger w/ Tamiya/JST/EC3/HiTec/Deans Connectors + Power Supply 01435 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_g.8PCbSK1B4T4

u/JimboLodisC · 1 pointr/rccars

You can use whatever you want. Only consideration you need to make other than price is making sure the battery fits in the tray.

  • Battery: get a 2S lipo, make sure the dimensions fit the tray, and also make sure the cables come out somewhat on top of the battery and not the sides (I've got 3 batteries that I've bought for my TT02D because the first one didn't quite fit and the second one has the leads coming out on the edge of the battery which rubs against the tub). This is the battery I just got for mine. Note where the cables come out if you decide to buy a different one.
  • Charger: depending on the battery capacity, you'll want something that can charge at "1C" (to keep it simple, a 5000mAh would be charged at 5000mA aka 5.0A). Again, here's the one I use.
  • Transmitter/receiver: I like my Spektrum DX2E, but you can get any setup. The transmitter and receiver need to be compatible with each other. Any receiver should be able to fit in the car though, so just buy what's in your budget with the features you want.

    I don't know what the "2-channel with high speed steering servo." comment is for but if you need a servo then I can also make a recommendation for that: PowerHD, roughly a speed of 0.10sec @ 7.4V
u/HitPause · 1 pointr/Multicopter

Combo Special: Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Battery Packs + Power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_pbALwbZNYN5Y8

Would this work on the 3s lipos?

u/jeffro422 · 1 pointr/rccars

This will not fit in your chassis. I run a 3s pack in my mini 8ight t. This is the pack I run. I use this to secure it I also have a smaller Venom 2000mah 2s pack that fits in the stock battery tray no problem and provides 20 minutes of run time. I usually use the 3s pack and take it out during my lunch break at work and I get 30 minutes of bashing in the parking lot but I'm pretty easy on the throttle. I don't remember if the 3s pack fits in the stock battery tray but if you have a digital caliper or tape measure you can check.

For a charger just get the Tenergy TB6-B Only extra thing you might need is a charge lead to charge your battery depending on what sort of connector you're using.

u/shutupshake · 1 pointr/multicopterbuilds

Power supplies for chargers are a pain in the ass.

I started with this combo: here

But I also had to buy charging cables for batteries with the XT60 connector like this.

Buying all the components separately is probably cheaper tho.

u/petrichorizo · 1 pointr/fpv

Thank you for all that! That was a useful YouTube video, too.

I had to make the purchases yesterday, since I'll be playing with actors in the studio on Monday. That said, I still have time to buy some things.

It's a comfort that I seem to be on the right track. The biggest difference between what I bought and your suggestions is that you suggested I buy the Dock-Kings and other pricier receiver/converting gear. I'd appreciate if you could look at my list of purchased items to determine if you think it will work, or if you see some some red flags.

I suppose in the long run, if this theatre show concept shows promise, we would then invest in more reliable gear, such as no-compression wireless HDMI tx/rx. For now, here it is:

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4 cameras:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y5D8SPZ/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (1S LiPo)

2 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y56RL5P/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (1S LiPo)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0184DVN4G/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (2S or 3S LiPo)

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3 receivers (should I buy different antennae?):

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0774SMGQN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

2 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H36AIGY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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3 AC/DC adapters for the receivers:

3 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ISM267G/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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3S LiPo (for 3S LiPo camera and try battery-powered Receiver)

2 x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GF63645/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Battery chargers

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00466PKE0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Charger-Channel-Inductrix-Connectors/dp/B074M6G2MD

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Each receiver has an AV output + AV RCA cable. I'll plug in the RCAs from 2 or 3 receivers into this Switcher:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KXVBB7C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Using an RCA cable, connect the Switcher's Output to this RCA to HDMI converter:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KTDG177/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Then HDMI to projector.

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Ta-da?

u/thrasherht · 1 pointr/ElectricalEngineering

A lot of cheap BMS boards actually do exactly what you are saying. They cut charging current when any one cell reaches max charge voltage.

I would recommend a balance charger, just because it ensures your cells are level when you start a cycle. Without, it is possible they could get decently out of sync with eachother.
Though it shouldn't be too horrible, but you will absolutely lose capcity as you will never reach full charge, or full discharge with a cheap BMS.

One note, if you aren't worried about the time to charge, you can charge each cell manually with a single cell charger, which will effectively do the same thing as balancing them.

This turnigy charger is gonna be your cheapest balance option for 2 or 3 cell batteries. https://www.amazon.com/Turnigy-Compact-Lipo-Charger-100-240v/dp/B00XU4ZR06/

I personally use their TB6-B charger, as it works with many different battery chemistry. I have used it to charge up a car battery before too.
https://www.amazon.com/Tenergy-Balance-Charger-Discharger-Connectors/dp/B00466PKE0/

PS: I built my own kayak power system using a 3s2p set of salvaged 18650 batteries, so hit me up if you have any questions regarding battery configurations.

u/DominarRygelThe16th · 1 pointr/fpvracing

Currently flying with Goldbat 4S from amazon and they seem to be doing well. Using Racedayquads brand for 2s and 3s packs for my tiny whoop though.

Also this is the charger I have, I use it to charge everything from my 1s tiny whoop batteries and up. It is super easy to use and comes with a power supply.

https://www.amazon.com/Tenergy-Balance-Charger-Discharger-Connectors/dp/B00466PKE0

I recommend picking up a parallel charging board but you can always do 1 at a time charging if you don't get one.

this is the one I have https://www.racedayquads.com/products/power-genius-2-in-1-parallel-charging-board-2-6s-xt30-xt60?variant=19431389200497

u/Katuhstrofik40k · 1 pointr/rccars

Here is the charger, seems pretty recommended on most of the sites I've found.

Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger Discharger 1S-6S Digital Battery Pack Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Packs w/ LCD Display Hobby Battery Charger w/ Tamiya/JST/EC3/HiTec/Deans Connectors + Power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zRVUBbNY7F8RB

u/alfpope · 1 pointr/radiocontrol

You have a lot of options...I would just get a general purpose charger and be done with it. I have one of these and it works well: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_74x5wbMBQD0YD

u/sekthree · 1 pointr/Multicopter

/u/spacetimmy \^ this charger is your most basic intro, I bought the more generic Tenergy combo (XT60 plug needed) and it has suited me till now (9 months). I upgraded to the ISDT Q6 plus w/ parallel board & PSU and DAMN i was missing out. So much happier now. but take /u/pkvillager 's advice if you want to upgrade later, my buddy sports the iCharger w/ a server psu and it's a BEAST.

I also rock the Turnigy graphenes 4S 65C and they have been GREAT! I know budgets hurt, but i tend to buy my lipos in two's. In the event one flakes out.

not sure if in the US, buuuut WAIT FOR MEMORIAL DAY SALES!!!!!! I have patience, and tend to wait around for sales, next ones will be memorial day. Shop around and determine the best place to get the most things.

u/nate94gt · 1 pointr/rccars

all you really need is a charger than can do both nimh and lipo. There are tons to choose from. I don't have a ton of experience with chargers, but most people tend to spend more for a charger that will balance charge, store, deplete, etc. something like this should do all of that

https://www.amazon.com/Combo-Special-Tenergy-Balance-Charger/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1483384575&sr=8-3&keywords=lipo+nimh+charger

u/Dwall4954 · 1 pointr/Multicopter

Hmm if it were me I probably wouldn't do it. It's rated for 8A and your power supply is only 6A. Another option if you decide not to do what you are looking at is this

Combo Special: Tenergy TB6-B Balance Charger for NiMH/NiCD/Li-PO/Li-Fe Battery Packs + Power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00466PKE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BvPHyb4001D47

I have it and love it. Along with a parallel charging board I can charge 6 Lipos at a time!