[Robotgroup] Two questions

[Vern Graner]

Def Egge wrote:
> Thanks, Vern.
> 
> What about your charger?

I drive an Intrepid, not a Dodge Charger. :) but seriously....

I've used the chargers that come with the batteries in many cases. I 
haven't noticed much difference there except for the number of batteries 
you can put in them at one time and the minimum number of batteries you 
need to charge. Most of the chargers I have take 4 batteries, and most 
require you charge them in pairs (i.e. can't charge a single cell). This 
is a drag for devices that require an odd number of cells.

Also, the cheaper chargers sometimes will not "turn off" or drop to 
trickle mode charging and can overcharge and overheat the cell, 
shortening its life. Check to make sure the charger you get will drop to 
"trickle charge" or "maintenance mode" when charging is complete.

Otherwise, I don't have a black and white "these are great and these 
stink" type report for ya... :)

Vern

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