I put the battery to charge normally with the process you showed in the video and after 10 seconds it stops charging and throws me out and doesn't charge. I don't understand why this happens?😓
@@Robocraze I don't think so. The seller of this product must include a complete manual easy to understand and in a correct language. The manual that comes with it is difficult to understand since one is not sure what to look for, as differente kind of batteries (like Li-Ion) as well. For instance to discharge a single LI-ion battery, it does not explain how to do it or what to check for in an undestandable manner. With all the chargers easy to use in the market I don't know how could I make a mistake to buy this one.
I want to thank you for this great video. I bought this charger about 4 years ago when I was going to get into FPV racing but could never figure out how to work the settings. I bought another drone, remembered I had 3s batteries and a charger in a box in the closet. Now, following this video, my batteries are charging perfectly. THANK YOU!!!!!
thank you for this video 👍🏼 you made it clear and easy to understand 👏🏼👏🏼 i bought my iMaxB6 long time ago & i never understood how to use it. i always rely on friends to set things up.
This video has many errors in it. 1) Never connect the cable to the battery first, your risking the other end of the cable with exposed leads touching each other, etc. First, connect it to the B6 then to the battery then balance port. 2) Amp setting. you should enter the battery capacity... For 1500 mAh, enter 1.5 Amps.... Etc.
Of course, there is a dependency and that is that the power you are supplying from the adapter is capable to outputting the wattage and amperage needed.
So, for example: 5200 mAH 2S Lipo: Charge at 1C: 5200/1000= 5.2 Amps. Fully Charged Voltage for 2S lipo is 8.4V Power Draw: 5.2A * 8.4V = 43.68 watts. Your adapter must be able to supply that
K K so i bought the Imax B6AC, youre saying to plug the charger in to the wall socket first, then plug in the output to my deans connector on the battery then plug in the balancer and then set the settings and start the charge?
@@fredrickbryannongrum1182 so i am a bit carfefull with the charging rate,right now im charging my 5500mah lipo on 2,5amps, i never get it under 7 volts,so with about 7,50 volts it Takes about 120mins
It depends on your battery capacity and the charge rate (higher the charge rate, faster your battery charges - but it may heat up as well, so should be always careful)
Hello, The iMax B6 charger provides real-time information about the charging process on its built-in LCD screen. When the battery is fully charged, the iMax B6 charger will beep.
Thank you so much for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the videos easy to understand. If you have any suggestions for future content or topics you'd like to see covered, feel free to let us know. Your input is greatly appreciated!
You set the AMP wrong. For safety just divide the battery MaH with a 1000. So in your case the charging AMP is 2000/1000 = 2. ... Your first cell voltage (3.75) is way off by the way. There must/can be only 0.1 rate difference between the cells. Check your connectors, if it stays way of your battery is dead or it gonna catch fire. So be careful
@@The_Gaming_Kiwi hey I have a question so my battery is 7200 mah so what that mean 7.2a I know it’s a pretty obvious question but better safe than sorry
I would honestly be willing to pay someone to tell me exactly what to charge all my life for batteries at safely I have a k1 ISDT smart charger I went with the one that he used in this video I'm pretty sure I had all the settings right I think it was the charger itself that was defective cuz the battery was pretty much brand new and was working fine but I tried to charge it on that thing and got a huge pop followed by smoke out of the charger not the battery but I think it also toasted the battery as well in the process right now I was about to charge both of my 2200 mAh 3s 35c batteries on my new charger I just plugged it in and one of them is at 9.4 volts but the other one was sitting at 8.3 volts total so that one is pretty much fucked right? Or is there a way to save it? I've been trying to learn all of this but it's honestly super confusing to me electrics were never my strong spot I can pretty much handle anything else mechanically or whatever you throw at me but when it comes to volts amps all that crap I really just see hieroglyphics if anybody can help me please reply I will keep an eye on this comment I'm pretty sure I have the settings right on my charger I also have a lipo battery bag I have quite a few different batteries already today I'm waiting for two 4S 8200 MAH ones to come for my Kraton 4s v2 blx I broke it in using some 3S 5000 MAH and I also wanted to know how you go about using the two 2S batteries and what you need to do that as well as charge those. I'm not sure if that can be done or not but I was told that my truck can run on 3S 4S or 2 of the 2s as long as they all are minimum 5,000 mAh not sure if that goes for the two best ones though any help would be greatly appreciated I don't want to burn the hose down and I definitely don't want to fry the truck either I feel like I've bought quality batteries and a pretty damn charger compared to most help help help thanks in advance subscribed and thumbs up as well as shared
You're welcome! We're happy to have been of help. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, don't hesitate to let us know. We're always here to help you get started and make the most of your experience. Good luck with your endeavors!
Will it charge a 100c battery since the charger says its cutoff is 80c? Will it still charge it all the way or what? Do i need a better battery charger. Please let me know
Hello Sir, I was wondering why you chose 0.5Amps. I don't quite understand. Many places online recommend charging at 1C, which in your case I believe would be 2.2Amps. Great Video, thanks!
Hi, Yes charging at 1C is optimal, however you also have to consider the max current that the adapter can supply. To stay below the limits of the adapter used for the video, we selected 0.5A.
I am sorry for dumb question, but is this charger STOP charging when battery become full? or I should manually check this? in case manually may I ask to clarify what cell voltage signalize that buttery full? thank you
doh I should google it first, answer is YES imax b6 stop charging when each cell reach 4.2v " If all the cells maintain exactly 4.20V then it stop charging and shows 'full'"
Hello, Yes you can use a adapter between 11-18v range. The iMax B6 charger can charge batteries with a current ranging from 0.1A to 5.0A. If you plan to charge batteries at the maximum current (5.0A), ensure that your adapter can provide sufficient current without overheating or voltage drop.
Thank you so much for your positive feedback and support! We are glad that you enjoyed the video and found it valuable. It's comments like yours that motivate us to keep creating more content. Don't hesitate to let us know if there are any specific topics you would like us to cover in the future. Thanks again for watching!
It is important to connect the output port of the charger to the battery during the charging process to ensure that the charger can properly regulate the charging voltage and current.
Your 20A adaptor will be able to supply 10A. But please ensure the wires and the battery you are connecting it to also can handle such large amounts of current.
Hi , I have purchased this charger and bonka 4200 mah . First of all im appreciating you for the great service. My question is how much ampere should i set in the charger. As per my asumption the battery is 4200 mah with 35 c and 3s . so will it be 4.2 A
Thank you for your kind words, I'm glad to hear you're satisfied with our service! Regarding your question, since your battery has a capacity of 4200mAh, it's recommended to charge your battery at a rate of no more than 1C, which means a charging current of 4.2A is safe for your battery.
I'm so confused, I have two 5200mah 7.4V 50C 38.48Wh 2S batteries & I just want to charge one to storage level & charge one for normal use, can anyone please help me, thank you so much if you can. (I have this exact charger, the instructions were apparently written by the same guy that writes *all* the instruction booklets for products sold in America & he doesn't know a LICK of English, so....until I get someone smarter than me to help I'm just screwed)
It's recommended to charge at a rate of 1C, which for a 5200mAh battery would be 5.2A. However, if the charger doesn't have an exact setting of 5.2A, you can choose the closest available option that is lower, such as 5A.It's generally recommended to store LiPo batteries at around 3.8V per cell, which for a 2S battery would be around 7.6V.
Hello! Thanks for the positive feedback! To manage discharge settings, you should set the cutoff voltage to prevent over-discharging your battery. The "storage" charge setting is used to bring the battery to around 50-60% charge when storing it for extended periods, which helps prolong battery life. Thank you for watching! :)
Hey, great video. For how long do I have to charge my battery? I have IMAX charger similar to yours, so is there sound indication when battery is fully charged? Will charging stop when battery is charged?
good day , a 2200 mah battery i was under the impression that the charging rate would be 2.2 , but you set it at .5 ok anyway i have a1500 mah battery was setting it at 1.5 but it seem like it wasn't charging then i set it at .5 and working .
Hi, It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. But this is also limited by the power rating of the adapter you are using. Do not set the charging current to a value greater than the power adapter can supply.
i have an solar battery with a memory problem which i am wanting to resolve a memory problem using my imax b6 charger/balancer every time i get a low voltage notice I am unsure of what i am doing wrong thank you
Hello, If you're encountering low voltage issues with your solar battery, consider checking the battery's health, its charging and discharging settings.
I have a 5200mAh battery, 2 cell. 50C 7.4V 38.48Wh. I am not sure what setting to put the charger at. I have it at LiPo because that's the battery type. Instructions says between .5C and 1C is the charge rate.
If you use 1C setting, the B6 will try to charge the battery with 5.6A. But you have to ensure that your adaptor supports this current rating. If your adaptor supports less amperage, then reduce the C to match 75% of the max output of your adaptor. For example if your adaptor supports 4A, then you can charge it at 0.5C which would approx be at 2.3A
Can you please explain why you chose to charge at 0.5amps? You said the adaptor is 1amp, what do you mean? My batteries say they can charge at 3amps. Should I still set them to 0.5amps?
Hi, Charging current is kept under the limits for safety purposes. The current used also depends on the wire used for charging. If the adapter allows you to draw 3A, then its safe to keep it at around 2.5A
Hello, You can check out this link for more details on how to use IMAX B6 charger. robocraze.com/blogs/post/tutorial-li-po-battery-imax-b6-multifunction-charger.html/
my battery has a xt60 connector, but the charger didn't come with xt60 cable? should i order an xt60 cable or can i use the aligator clips as you said in the video?
Hi Vikrant, It's best to order an XT60 cable. Aligator clips can be used but you must exercise extreme caution since the ends of the clips maybe exposed.
Nice video, but I have some question about saving and loading data from memories that I hope you can help me with... When saving data to one of the memories, you're asked for the charge voltage on two subsequent screens. As a test I entered a different value on the first screen vs. the second. When I save this, it simply accepts the value from the first screen. It ignores the value from the second screen without complaining. Can anyone tell me whether these two values actually represent two different things? Also when saving data to one of the memories you're asked to enter the battery capacity. But this does not appear to impact the "capacity cut-off" value it uses when charging. Even after loading this data, it still seems to use the "capacity cut-off" value from the user settings menu. Am I missing something? What is the battery capacity in the saved data used for? Charge vs. Balance: I'm surprised the default is not to balance charge. I'm also surprised that when loading data from memory, that data can be used to charge, but not to balance charge. Again, I feel like I'm missing something. Finally, I've found that the charger doesn't complain if I leave the balance tab unplugged for "charge" mode, but it does complain and fail if I start charging in charge mode with the balance tab plugged in and then unplug it while charging. Is this the expected behavior? Any tips are greatly appreciated. Thanks!
I feel your frustration haha. I opened mine up for the 1st time after a 6h drive at midnight, confusing little bugger I guess balance charge is all I'll use it for. Need we use the discharge for Lipo often? Never done it before....
@@redndeyes Turns out my model is older. Skyrc could not give me any info on it. It self destructed a week or two later. Despite buying it new-in-box, Skyrc refused to honor the warranty because it was an older model. I replaced it with the ToolKitRC M6D dual charger, which I like a LOT better. It's quite small and has a much nicer UI and display.
Ensure you have the latest firmware, select LiPo as the battery type, and configure customizable settings for LiPo battery charging on your iMax B6 charger.
Hi FedeInventor, This version of the B6 does not take AC input as it does not have an inbuilt transformer. You need to purchase an adapter specific to your requirements. The adapter ratings that can be used are as given below: Input Voltage: 11-18v Charge Current Range: .1-5.0A Max Power: 50W
I have this imax b6, it works but when i discharge the nimh battery it stinks of burning, but it works and when it finish of discharge the battery, it not stinks
There are two kinds of Lithium batteries. Li-Po and Li-ion. So depending on your battery type, it's best to choose the exact settings, that is if you have Li-ion, select Li-ion, or if you have Li-Po, select Li-Po. But in case you don't have the corresponding setting, you can use the other setting and it should be fine in most cases depedning on the exact specifications of your battery (that is maximum allowable current, voltage, etc)
6500 mAH batteries should be theoretically be able to charge at 6.5A, but this heavily depends on the battery quality. So to be safe, its best to charge at 3A, provided the adaptor being used also has over 4A-5A capacity
How do I configure current for my battery pack? I have 6 lipo batteries (each 220mah, 45C) connected in series with a balance cable attached so that they make a 6s battery.
Since you have connected your batteries in series, the effective capacity of the battery pack does not increase but rather the voltage. Since the effective capacity still remains at 220 mAh, it is still recommended to charge the batteries at 0.2 A or less
We are using a 1A adapter for powering the battery charger. So we are setting it at less than 1A, ideally half the rated capacity. This is to avoid damaging the adaptor. But you also have to ensure that your battery can comfortably take in 0.5A. If it cannot, you should set it to an even lower value
It is safer to charge at rate of half the rated amps, so as to stick to the safer side, ie 1A. If you have a really good quality adaptor, maybe you can try at 1.5A
Hi there, I did everything you did pressed start but only comes up with “battery check… low voltage” is that my car battery that’s low or my battery that I’m charging what do I do further?
Hello! The "battery check… low voltage" message typically indicates that the battery you are trying to charge has a low voltage. Make sure the battery you're charging is properly connected and has enough charge. If the issue persists, check the connections and consider testing with a different battery to diagnose the problem further. Thank you for your comment! :)
For a 1000mAh 1S LiPo battery with a nominal voltage of 3.7V, you can use the iMax B6 Digital LiPo battery charger with a charging current of 1A or lower, LiPo mode, and 1S cell count.
That number represents the number of mAh that have been pushed into the battery till now. In other words the amount of mAh used until now to charge the battery. Due to inefficiencies of charging, this number might go higher than the battery capacity.
For the battery being used, the maximum recommeded would be 1.3A. But please also check the current rating of your adaptor. If the adaptor you are using is >2A, then you can charge at 1.3A, but if it is 1A or less, then the charging current should be chosen appropriately
Hello, The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
Hello, The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
Hello, The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
Need some advice... I have a 3S 4500mah 50c battery and I have the unit capacity at 5000. Is it safe to increase the capacity rate ?. Only because it seems to stop at 5000, but has not finished charging even though the battery is a 4500. Can I increase the capacity rate?
Hi, Yes you can try increasing the capacity slightly but it is recommended to not do so. It could also be the battery losing capacity over time and hence not charging to full potential.
Hello! The charger should charge a 4S LiPo battery to 16.8V when fully charged, as each cell is charged to 4.2V. The 14.8V you're mentioning is the nominal or storage voltage, not the full charge. Thank you!
Check the capacity of the battery to determine the C value. It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. For example: If your battery is 1300 mAh - it is recommended to charge the battery at 1.3 A (1C). If your battery is 4800 mAh, it can support up to 4.8 A (1C). The charging current is also limited by the adapter being used. Do not use settings more than the rated input of the charger as given below: Input Voltage: 11-18v Charge Current Range: .1-5.0A Max Power: 50W
Hello, The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
Hello, That completely depends on your battery capacity and how much charge is left in the battery. In the charging screen, you can see the voltage and check if it has reached your max battery voltage.
Hello! To use only the 5V output from a LiPo battery or USB, follow these steps: For USB Power: Simply connect your device to the USB port, which provides a 5V output. For LiPo Battery: Use a step-down (buck) converter to regulate the LiPo battery’s voltage to a steady 5V. Connect the LiPo battery to the input of the converter, and take the 5V output from the converter to power your device. Make sure the current rating of the 5V output matches your device’s requirements. Thank you for asking! :)
Hi my friend. I am writing from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Can you please explain what parameters I can use for charging turnigy nano-tech lipo 3000 mAh 11.6 v. I dont know how many amphs to set. I have 3 CELLS. Thank you very much
Zdravo Mujo, javljam se iz Srbije. Deliš miliampere tvoje baterije sa 1000. Na primer: 3000/1000=3, odnosno 3A-ampera. Od kvaliteta baterije zavisi i struja punjenja, broja ciklusa punjenja i pražnjenja... Lipo baterije imaju nominalnu voltažu od 3,7V po ćeliji, pune se do 4,2V po ćeliji, ne bi trebalo da se prazne ispod 3,6 ili 3,5V po ćeliji. Takođe je bitno da imaš dobar lipo punjač, sa opcijama punjenje, pražnjenje, balansiranje, brzo punjenje, storage (funkcija za delimično punjenje, kada duže vremena nećeš da koristiš bateriju) tada se puni do 3,8V po ćeliji. Moj savet je da tvoju bateriju puniš sa 2 do 2,5A i uvek u BALANCE modu. Nadam se da sam bar malo pomogao. Živ bio i sve najbolje.
@@shimanosv9143 zdravo druže. Hvala puno na odgovoru. Riješio sam problem, snašao sam se. U svakom slučaju gledaću da prilagodim postavke tvojim savjetima. Imam super punjač.
Hello! The recommended charging current for Turnigy Nano-Tech Lipo batteries is typically 1C, which means 1 times the battery capacity in Amps. For your 3000mAh battery, this would be 3 amps.
Hi, To supply 2.2A, we all also need a >3A adaptor connected to the iMax. Also, 2.2A is the maximum recommeded amperage you should charge your 2200 mAh battery in. Charging it at lower rate will not cause any harm and in fact is better for the battery
is this recommences in 2019. I also saw the ISDT Q6 Pro BattGo 300W 14A Pocket Lipo Battery Balance Charger. Please advise which one to go in for in 2019.
I have the same charger, but it won't charge. I've done the exact same set-up except for 2s. It will start charging and within 5 seconds, stop and cycle back to the home screen. Any ideas? It does it with brand new and well used batteries. Fully charged, half dead and dead it's all the same.
Hi, It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. For an 1800 mAh battery, recommended setting would be 1A to 1.8A. This is also limited by the adapter you are using. Do not set the charging current to a value greater than the power adapter can supply.
Hi, It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. For example: If your battery is 5200 mAh - you can use up to 5 Amps to charge it since that is the max this charger can output, however, the charging current is also limited by the adapter being used. Do not give current higher than your adapter can supply.
For increased safety, it is advisable to connect your charger into mains power, before you plug in charging wire for battery.
I put the battery to charge normally with the process you showed in the video and after 10 seconds it stops charging and throws me out and doesn't charge. I don't understand why this happens?😓
Your tutorial is by far the fastest, clearest and most helpful video Ive watched on this! Nicely done
Hi,
We are glad you enjoyed the video and that it was helpful, do check out our other videos and consider subscribing for more cool content :)
@@Robocraze I don't think so. The seller of this product must include a complete manual easy to understand and in a correct language. The manual that comes with it is difficult to understand since one is not sure what to look for, as differente kind of batteries (like Li-Ion) as well. For instance to discharge a single LI-ion battery, it does not explain how to do it or what to check for in an undestandable manner.
With all the chargers easy to use in the market I don't know how could I make a mistake to buy this one.
@@juanrodriguezA320 I feel the same, I can't believe in ALL of f'ing China they can't find ONE English speaking person to write the GD INSTRUCTIONS
I want to thank you for this great video. I bought this charger about 4 years ago when I was going to get into FPV racing but could never figure out how to work the settings. I bought another drone, remembered I had 3s batteries and a charger in a box in the closet. Now, following this video, my batteries are charging perfectly. THANK YOU!!!!!
This tutorial actually told me how to charge the battery, I wish the manual did
I want to know if it supports up to 20v power supply as input because I want to use a laptop power supply.
Hello,
No, the imax b6 does not support 20v and it is not recommended to use this charger for charging a laptop.
I ordered this same charger from your website for my professional drone❤
Hope you like it!!
You made my battery go boom
Oh damn! How did it happen?
thank you for this video 👍🏼 you made it clear and easy to understand 👏🏼👏🏼 i bought my iMaxB6 long time ago & i never understood how to use it. i always rely on friends to set things up.
Glad it helped!
i have not received the power cord adapter can you please send me a link to buy that power adapter
Hi, currently the appropriate power adaptor is out of stock. But you can use any 12V power adaptor with required amperage rating to use your B6
This video has many errors in it.
1) Never connect the cable to the battery first, your risking the other end of the cable with exposed leads touching each other, etc. First, connect it to the B6 then to the battery then balance port.
2) Amp setting. you should enter the battery capacity... For 1500 mAh, enter 1.5 Amps.... Etc.
We will take necessary action. Thanks.
Of course, there is a dependency and that is that the power you are supplying from the adapter is capable to outputting the wattage and amperage needed.
So, for example:
5200 mAH 2S Lipo:
Charge at 1C: 5200/1000= 5.2 Amps.
Fully Charged Voltage for 2S lipo is 8.4V
Power Draw: 5.2A * 8.4V = 43.68 watts.
Your adapter must be able to supply that
Mine is a 5200 mah battery. But the charger only goes to 5.0 is it safe to charge it at 5.0 even tho it’s a 5.2
K K so i bought the Imax B6AC, youre saying to plug the charger in to the wall socket first, then plug in the output to my deans connector on the battery then plug in the balancer and then set the settings and start the charge?
Hey, nice Video but i have a question. How Long did ur lipo fully Charge?
Same Question so plz 🙏 help us with your answer.
@@fredrickbryannongrum1182 so i am a bit carfefull with the charging rate,right now im charging my 5500mah lipo on 2,5amps, i never get it under 7 volts,so with about 7,50 volts it Takes about 120mins
It depends on your battery capacity and the charge rate (higher the charge rate, faster your battery charges - but it may heat up as well, so should be always careful)
@@fredrickbryannongrum1182 actually now im charging my 5500 mah lipo on 3.5 amps,it gets a tiny bit warm but takes only abt 30mind
Thank you! This is very helpful and also the comment section!
Glad we could add value! :)
Thank you, how do you know if the battery is already fully charged?
Hello,
The iMax B6 charger provides real-time information about the charging process on its built-in LCD screen.
When the battery is fully charged, the iMax B6 charger will beep.
Sir I am using a B3 compact lipo charger and my 3S battery is puffed. Should I use the charger and battery more or should I throw both of them?
throw the battery if it is puffed, that means the battery is damaged and has a high risk of setting alight
Hello,
If the battery is puffed up do not use the battery at any case.
@@Robocraze oh yes. I disposed off that Battery a month ago....
Thank you very much for this instructions, very clean and professional.
Thanks beyond words!
Cheers.😊
Hi,
We are extremely happy that you enjoyed the tutorial, do subscribe and check out our other videos :)
Great, the video are pretty easy to understand
Thank you so much for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the videos easy to understand. If you have any suggestions for future content or topics you'd like to see covered, feel free to let us know. Your input is greatly appreciated!
I have esc crawler 80 A , and just bought lipo 2 s battery with 25 C - 50C discharge, can my new battery used?
Yes the iMax can be used to charge your batteries
Nice vid! When I stop charging how do I turn off imax? there is no turn off button
Hello,
It indicate the full charge and stops it automatically.
You set the AMP wrong. For safety just divide the battery MaH with a 1000. So in your case the charging AMP is 2000/1000 = 2. ... Your first cell voltage (3.75) is way off by the way. There must/can be only 0.1 rate difference between the cells. Check your connectors, if it stays way of your battery is dead or it gonna catch fire. So be careful
I assume Ampere is the same as discharging? I got 1100mAh battery so my Amp setting should be 1.1A? Thanks
@@DreiK96yes, that is correct
@@The_Gaming_Kiwi hey I have a question so my battery is 7200 mah so what that mean 7.2a I know it’s a pretty obvious question but better safe than sorry
@trentinhebert8599 yes, but you can always charge at a lower amp age if your willing to wait longer for the battery to charge
I would honestly be willing to pay someone to tell me exactly what to charge all my life for batteries at safely I have a k1 ISDT smart charger I went with the one that he used in this video I'm pretty sure I had all the settings right I think it was the charger itself that was defective cuz the battery was pretty much brand new and was working fine but I tried to charge it on that thing and got a huge pop followed by smoke out of the charger not the battery but I think it also toasted the battery as well in the process right now I was about to charge both of my 2200 mAh 3s 35c batteries on my new charger I just plugged it in and one of them is at 9.4 volts but the other one was sitting at 8.3 volts total so that one is pretty much fucked right? Or is there a way to save it? I've been trying to learn all of this but it's honestly super confusing to me electrics were never my strong spot I can pretty much handle anything else mechanically or whatever you throw at me but when it comes to volts amps all that crap I really just see hieroglyphics if anybody can help me please reply I will keep an eye on this comment I'm pretty sure I have the settings right on my charger I also have a lipo battery bag I have quite a few different batteries already today I'm waiting for two 4S 8200 MAH ones to come for my Kraton 4s v2 blx I broke it in using some 3S 5000 MAH and I also wanted to know how you go about using the two 2S batteries and what you need to do that as well as charge those. I'm not sure if that can be done or not but I was told that my truck can run on 3S 4S or 2 of the 2s as long as they all are minimum 5,000 mAh not sure if that goes for the two best ones though any help would be greatly appreciated I don't want to burn the hose down and I definitely don't want to fry the truck either I feel like I've bought quality batteries and a pretty damn charger compared to most help help help thanks in advance subscribed and thumbs up as well as shared
Thanks just got my charger today and didn't know how to use it thanks
Great video. Thank you for the information.
Hello,
Glad you liked it, and please subscribe us for more intresting and inovative videos.
Thanks for your information 🙏
How i connect it to car battery.. 🙄??
Put the B6 settings to Lead Acid battery mode and you can start charging your car battery
Thanks. That is just what I needed to know to get started.
You're welcome! We're happy to have been of help. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, don't hesitate to let us know. We're always here to help you get started and make the most of your experience. Good luck with your endeavors!
Will it charge a 100c battery since the charger says its cutoff is 80c? Will it still charge it all the way or what? Do i need a better battery charger. Please let me know
Can you share more details?
Mail us at tech@robocraze.com
Hello Sir, I was wondering why you chose 0.5Amps. I don't quite understand. Many places online recommend charging at 1C, which in your case I believe would be 2.2Amps. Great Video, thanks!
Hi,
Yes charging at 1C is optimal, however you also have to consider the max current that the adapter can supply. To stay below the limits of the adapter used for the video, we selected 0.5A.
@@Robocraze Thanks!
How much time it will take to charge the battery..
It depends on your battery capacity and the charge rate (amperage) you have set on your imax module
I have a zee 9000mah 11.1v 100c would this charger be good for it like will it charge it all the way
This charger is capable of charging any 11.1V lipo battery. Please read the instructions on your battery carefully to avoid any explosions.
What is the maximum charge for a 4s battery. Because when I plug it into my drone it starts beeping when the battery is at 15.5 volts. Thanks!
17,6 is maximum, 4,4 per cell
Hello,
A 4s battery has four cells in series, and each cell has a maximum voltage of 4.2 volts.
I am sorry for dumb question, but is this charger STOP charging when battery become full? or I should manually check this? in case manually may I ask to clarify what cell voltage signalize that buttery full?
thank you
doh I should google it first, answer is
YES imax b6 stop charging when each cell reach 4.2v
" If all the cells maintain exactly 4.20V then it stop charging and shows 'full'"
Hello,
Yes it does indicate the full charge and stops it.
What is the adapter input current? Can I use 18 volt, 1 Ampere adapter?
Hello,
Yes you can use a adapter between 11-18v range. The iMax B6 charger can charge batteries with a current ranging from 0.1A to 5.0A.
If you plan to charge batteries at the maximum current (5.0A), ensure that your adapter can provide sufficient current without overheating or voltage drop.
Great video, thanks for sharing 👍🏽
Thank you so much for your positive feedback and support! We are glad that you enjoyed the video and found it valuable. It's comments like yours that motivate us to keep creating more content. Don't hesitate to let us know if there are any specific topics you would like us to cover in the future. Thanks again for watching!
Helps a lot thank's!
Glad it helped! :)
Is necessary to connect output port ? I have connected my output wires to drone board.
What can I do now ?
It is important to connect the output port of the charger to the battery during the charging process to ensure that the charger can properly regulate the charging voltage and current.
I got 20A adaptor, shall i set it to 10A in the charger?
Your 20A adaptor will be able to supply 10A. But please ensure the wires and the battery you are connecting it to also can handle such large amounts of current.
Hi , I have purchased this charger and bonka 4200 mah . First of all im appreciating you for the great service. My question is how much ampere should i set in the charger. As per my asumption the battery is 4200 mah with 35 c and 3s . so will it be 4.2 A
Thank you for your kind words, I'm glad to hear you're satisfied with our service!
Regarding your question, since your battery has a capacity of 4200mAh, it's recommended to charge your battery at a rate of no more than 1C, which means a charging current of 4.2A is safe for your battery.
I'm so confused, I have two 5200mah 7.4V 50C 38.48Wh 2S batteries & I just want to charge one to storage level & charge one for normal use, can anyone please help me, thank you so much if you can. (I have this exact charger, the instructions were apparently written by the same guy that writes *all* the instruction booklets for products sold in America & he doesn't know a LICK of English, so....until I get someone smarter than me to help I'm just screwed)
It's recommended to charge at a rate of 1C, which for a 5200mAh battery would be 5.2A. However, if the charger doesn't have an exact setting of 5.2A, you can choose the closest available option that is lower, such as 5A.It's generally recommended to store LiPo batteries at around 3.8V per cell, which for a 2S battery would be around 7.6V.
Tha k you for the great video! Would you mind maybe going over the discharge settings and when you should "storage" charge your battery?
Hello! Thanks for the positive feedback! To manage discharge settings, you should set the cutoff voltage to prevent over-discharging your battery. The "storage" charge setting is used to bring the battery to around 50-60% charge when storing it for extended periods, which helps prolong battery life.
Thank you for watching! :)
Great video, thanks!
Thank you, we are happy that you liked the video. Please like and subscribe to not miss our new videos.
11.1v 2200mah lipo... So my setting can be 1.0A 11.1v(3s)?
Hi Fest Sam,
Yes, 1.0 A 11.1v for a 2200mAh lipo battery is a safe setting to charge your battery with.
Take 2.2A because you have 2200mAh then your voltage (11.1V) and 3S of you have 3 cells
Hey, great video. For how long do I have to charge my battery? I have IMAX charger similar to yours, so is there sound indication when battery is fully charged? Will charging stop when battery is charged?
Hi Darth,
Yes the B6 charger will detect that the charging is complete and stop charging. It will also make a beeping sound.
I have 14.8v 2200mah lipo battery and 12v 1.5a adapter how much amp set in IMAX b6 charger
Since your adaptor is rated at 1.5A, its best to set at 1A
Awsome video exactly what I needed. Thank you so much 💪
good day , a 2200 mah battery i was under the impression that the charging rate would be 2.2 , but you set it at .5 ok anyway i have a1500 mah battery was setting it at 1.5 but it seem like it wasn't charging then i set it at .5 and working .
Hi,
It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. But this is also limited by the power rating of the adapter you are using. Do not set the charging current to a value greater than the power adapter can supply.
So divide by 3???
This is exactly what I needed... thank you!!!
You're so welcome! :)
Very helpful thanks alot
i have an solar battery with a memory problem which i am wanting to resolve a memory problem using my imax b6 charger/balancer every time i get a low voltage notice I am unsure of what i am doing wrong thank you
Hello,
If you're encountering low voltage issues with your solar battery, consider checking the battery's health, its charging and discharging settings.
thank you bro, very helpful
Do you recommend this charger or an different one ?
Hello, It offers various charging modes and features, making it suitable for charging LiPo batteries.
I have a 5200mAh battery, 2 cell. 50C 7.4V 38.48Wh. I am not sure what setting to put the charger at. I have it at LiPo because that's the battery type. Instructions says between .5C and 1C is the charge rate.
If you use 1C setting, the B6 will try to charge the battery with 5.6A. But you have to ensure that your adaptor supports this current rating. If your adaptor supports less amperage, then reduce the C to match 75% of the max output of your adaptor.
For example if your adaptor supports 4A, then you can charge it at 0.5C which would approx be at 2.3A
Can you please explain why you chose to charge at 0.5amps? You said the adaptor is 1amp, what do you mean? My batteries say they can charge at 3amps. Should I still set them to 0.5amps?
Hi,
Charging current is kept under the limits for safety purposes. The current used also depends on the wire used for charging. If the adapter allows you to draw 3A, then its safe to keep it at around 2.5A
@@Robocraze How do I know how many amps my adaptor can handle? Is it written on the cables or something?
My exact thoughts...when you say adaptor...which adaptor do you specifically mean ?
Bro i have 2A adaptor wht A i need to select
Thank you so much
How do you know when the battery is fully charged here
Hello,
You can check out this link for more details on how to use IMAX B6 charger.
robocraze.com/blogs/post/tutorial-li-po-battery-imax-b6-multifunction-charger.html/
does it come with a XT60 connector wire too or just T type connector?
Hi Siddharth,
This does not come with an XT60 connector.
my battery has a xt60 connector, but the charger didn't come with xt60 cable? should i order an xt60 cable or can i use the aligator clips as you said in the video?
Hi Vikrant,
It's best to order an XT60 cable. Aligator clips can be used but you must exercise extreme caution since the ends of the clips maybe exposed.
Nice video, but I have some question about saving and loading data from memories that I hope you can help me with...
When saving data to one of the memories, you're asked for the charge voltage on two subsequent screens. As a test I entered a different value on the first screen vs. the second. When I save this, it simply accepts the value from the first screen. It ignores the value from the second screen without complaining. Can anyone tell me whether these two values actually represent two different things?
Also when saving data to one of the memories you're asked to enter the battery capacity. But this does not appear to impact the "capacity cut-off" value it uses when charging. Even after loading this data, it still seems to use the "capacity cut-off" value from the user settings menu. Am I missing something? What is the battery capacity in the saved data used for?
Charge vs. Balance: I'm surprised the default is not to balance charge. I'm also surprised that when loading data from memory, that data can be used to charge, but not to balance charge. Again, I feel like I'm missing something.
Finally, I've found that the charger doesn't complain if I leave the balance tab unplugged for "charge" mode, but it does complain and fail if I start charging in charge mode with the balance tab plugged in and then unplug it while charging. Is this the expected behavior?
Any tips are greatly appreciated. Thanks!
I feel your frustration haha. I opened mine up for the 1st time after a 6h drive at midnight, confusing little bugger I guess balance charge is all I'll use it for. Need we use the discharge for Lipo often? Never done it before....
@@redndeyes Turns out my model is older. Skyrc could not give me any info on it. It self destructed a week or two later. Despite buying it new-in-box, Skyrc refused to honor the warranty because it was an older model. I replaced it with the ToolKitRC M6D dual charger, which I like a LOT better. It's quite small and has a much nicer UI and display.
Yes, agreed. :)
Hi
Could you please give details on 1s charging? I have ordered this product on line
My battery is orange 1000 mAh 3.7 Volt 30/60 C.
Thanks
You can. Just enter in the correct settings
i have the same charger and it doesnt give me the option for lipo in programmable settings
Ensure you have the latest firmware, select LiPo as the battery type, and configure customizable settings for LiPo battery charging on your iMax B6 charger.
Can you charge with only the white one? Why use red and white adapters together?
Hello,
Typically both of these adapters are used to charge the battery.
Thank you
How many amps is the 12v transformer?
Hi FedeInventor,
This version of the B6 does not take AC input as it does not have an inbuilt transformer. You need to purchase an adapter specific to your requirements. The adapter ratings that can be used are as given below:
Input Voltage: 11-18v
Charge Current Range: .1-5.0A
Max Power: 50W
Ok, thank you
I have this imax b6, it works but when i discharge the nimh battery it stinks of burning, but it works and when it finish of discharge the battery, it not stinks
@@FedeInventor Try reducing the discharge current.
Thank you
You should do a tutorial on the ISDT D1 Charger. This video helped me understand my charger, but I was lost for a week on how to charge it 😅
Thanks for the suggestion. We will try to post it soon! :)
hi.... can I charge a Lithium bat on a lipo settings ????
There are two kinds of Lithium batteries. Li-Po and Li-ion. So depending on your battery type, it's best to choose the exact settings, that is if you have Li-ion, select Li-ion, or if you have Li-Po, select Li-Po. But in case you don't have the corresponding setting, you can use the other setting and it should be fine in most cases depedning on the exact specifications of your battery (that is maximum allowable current, voltage, etc)
Hello, good tutorial, what are the settings to charge a 4S battery, specifically Youme 4S Lipo Battery, 14.8V Lipo 4S 6500mAh 60C with Tracxas Plug
6500 mAH batteries should be theoretically be able to charge at 6.5A, but this heavily depends on the battery quality. So to be safe, its best to charge at 3A, provided the adaptor being used also has over 4A-5A capacity
How do I configure current for my battery pack? I have 6 lipo batteries (each 220mah, 45C) connected in series with a balance cable attached so that they make a 6s battery.
Since you have connected your batteries in series, the effective capacity of the battery pack does not increase but rather the voltage. Since the effective capacity still remains at 220 mAh, it is still recommended to charge the batteries at 0.2 A or less
can I charge 2s or 3s or 6s of 18650 if I connect only + and - wires , without balance wires ?
The charger will not start charging the battery until it detects it using the balance wires. It cannot be used by just connecting the +/- connectors
How do you change from life to lipo on charger
The main menu option shows the types of batteries that B6 is compatible with
hello how many hours tou full charge 3s battery 0 to 100%
It depends of the capacity of the battery. 3S is just the battery config
How do you know when the battery has finished? I have a 3 cell 5200mAh 80c 11.1V 57.72Wh battery
The charger is designed to automatically stop when the charging gets completed
Thanks bro ! this was very helpful !!
Brother, in your website lithium phosphate lifpo4 battery charger 12 volt 3amp, 5amp etc available
Hello,
Unfortunately we do not have a dedicated lifpo4 battery charger currently.
Thank you for understanding
Can i know , why it set 0.5?
We are using a 1A adapter for powering the battery charger. So we are setting it at less than 1A, ideally half the rated capacity. This is to avoid damaging the adaptor. But you also have to ensure that your battery can comfortably take in 0.5A. If it cannot, you should set it to an even lower value
@@Robocrazenoted👍 tq for the explnation
Just a question, how do you know if it is fully charged?
Hi. Once the battery is fully charged, the module auto cuts off, sounds a buzzer and displays a message on the screen.
Robocraze thank you very much! Best regards from the Philippines!
Alternatively, you can go to the testing and check the cell voltages.
What is the safe charging rate for 2amps power adapter?
It is safer to charge at rate of half the rated amps, so as to stick to the safer side, ie 1A. If you have a really good quality adaptor, maybe you can try at 1.5A
Hi there, I did everything you did pressed start but only comes up with “battery check… low voltage” is that my car battery that’s low or my battery that I’m charging what do I do further?
Hello! The "battery check… low voltage" message typically indicates that the battery you are trying to charge has a low voltage. Make sure the battery you're charging is properly connected and has enough charge. If the issue persists, check the connections and consider testing with a different battery to diagnose the problem further.
Thank you for your comment! :)
Hi
lam having a 1000 mah orange battery 30/60 1s 3.7 volt . Can I charge my battery with this charger?
Please advise
For a 1000mAh 1S LiPo battery with a nominal voltage of 3.7V, you can use the iMax B6 Digital LiPo battery charger with a charging current of 1A or lower, LiPo mode, and 1S cell count.
at 3:18, what does the 00000 number mean? It says charged capacity in the manual but idk what that means
That number represents the number of mAh that have been pushed into the battery till now. In other words the amount of mAh used until now to charge the battery. Due to inefficiencies of charging, this number might go higher than the battery capacity.
@@Robocraze thanks. do you know why this number is sometimes 0 for me? is there an error? It says it is charging but the current jumps around alot
Thank you bro
:)
For the charging a 1350mah 3s lipo what current should i select?
For the battery being used, the maximum recommeded would be 1.3A. But please also check the current rating of your adaptor. If the adaptor you are using is >2A, then you can charge at 1.3A, but if it is 1A or less, then the charging current should be chosen appropriately
Bro please tell me tha how we will it has full charge or not
Hello,
The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
got a questions: how do I know the charger is done?
Hello,
The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
@@Robocraze ok thanks I know that by now though haha
How to know when the battery is full?
Hello,
The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
I just bought this device.
That's great!! Happy making!!
Need some advice...
I have a 3S 4500mah 50c battery and I have the unit capacity at 5000. Is it safe to increase the capacity rate ?. Only because it seems to stop at 5000, but has not finished charging even though the battery is a 4500. Can I increase the capacity rate?
Hi,
Yes you can try increasing the capacity slightly but it is recommended to not do so. It could also be the battery losing capacity over time and hence not charging to full potential.
@@Robocraze Thankyou.
Does it only charge a 4s battery to 14.8v or does it charge it to 16.8v? 14.8 v is just storage voltage
Hello!
The charger should charge a 4S LiPo battery to 16.8V when fully charged, as each cell is charged to 4.2V. The 14.8V you're mentioning is the nominal or storage voltage, not the full charge. Thank you!
What should i use for 4s 6000mAh 60c
Check the capacity of the battery to determine the C value. It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. For example: If your battery is 1300 mAh - it is recommended to charge the battery at 1.3 A (1C). If your battery is 4800 mAh, it can support up to 4.8 A (1C).
The charging current is also limited by the adapter being used. Do not use settings more than the rated input of the charger as given below:
Input Voltage: 11-18v
Charge Current Range: .1-5.0A
Max Power: 50W
Is there indication of when they’re finished charging?
Hello,
The charger will automatically stop charging when the battery is fully charged. The LED lights on the charger will indicate the charging status of the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all four LED lights will turn off.
Sir how long time we want to charge??
Hello,
That completely depends on your battery capacity and how much charge is left in the battery. In the charging screen, you can see the voltage and check if it has reached your max battery voltage.
Bro iss charger se maximum kitna mah ka battery charge krr skte hai..
Hi Sandeep,
There is no max limit on the battery capacity. A higher capacity battery will take longer to charge.
Can it charge 8s battery. If no then what's its max charging cell capablity ?
Hi Anup,
The IMAX B6 can charge batteries which are up to 6s
how do i use only 5v out for lipo battery or usb
Hello! To use only the 5V output from a LiPo battery or USB, follow these steps:
For USB Power: Simply connect your device to the USB port, which provides a 5V output.
For LiPo Battery: Use a step-down (buck) converter to regulate the LiPo battery’s voltage to a steady 5V. Connect the LiPo battery to the input of the converter, and take the 5V output from the converter to power your device.
Make sure the current rating of the 5V output matches your device’s requirements.
Thank you for asking! :)
Hi my friend. I am writing from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Can you please explain what parameters I can use for charging turnigy nano-tech lipo 3000 mAh 11.6 v. I dont know how many amphs to set.
I have 3 CELLS. Thank you very much
Zdravo Mujo, javljam se iz Srbije. Deliš miliampere tvoje baterije sa 1000. Na primer: 3000/1000=3, odnosno 3A-ampera. Od kvaliteta baterije zavisi i struja punjenja, broja ciklusa punjenja i pražnjenja... Lipo baterije imaju nominalnu voltažu od 3,7V po ćeliji, pune se do 4,2V po ćeliji, ne bi trebalo da se prazne ispod 3,6 ili 3,5V po ćeliji. Takođe je bitno da imaš dobar lipo punjač, sa opcijama punjenje, pražnjenje, balansiranje, brzo punjenje, storage (funkcija za delimično punjenje, kada duže vremena nećeš da koristiš bateriju) tada se puni do 3,8V po ćeliji. Moj savet je da tvoju bateriju puniš sa 2 do 2,5A i uvek u BALANCE modu. Nadam se da sam bar malo pomogao. Živ bio i sve najbolje.
@@shimanosv9143 zdravo druže. Hvala puno na odgovoru. Riješio sam problem, snašao sam se. U svakom slučaju gledaću da prilagodim postavke tvojim savjetima. Imam super punjač.
@@mujozenicanin 🇷🇸🇧🇦
@@shimanosv9143 samo bratstvo i jedinstvo :)
Hello! The recommended charging current for Turnigy Nano-Tech Lipo batteries is typically 1C, which means 1 times the battery capacity in Amps. For your 3000mAh battery, this would be 3 amps.
0.5 sir?your battery is 2200 Mah so mean 2.2,can you explain
Hi,
To supply 2.2A, we all also need a >3A adaptor connected to the iMax. Also, 2.2A is the maximum recommeded amperage you should charge your 2200 mAh battery in. Charging it at lower rate will not cause any harm and in fact is better for the battery
@@Robocraze oh i see,thank you sir for your explain..
is this recommences in 2019. I also saw the
ISDT Q6 Pro BattGo 300W 14A Pocket Lipo Battery Balance Charger. Please advise which one to go in for in 2019.
Hey! B6 is really good, but it kind of depends on your application.
However, do check out B8 - launching soon in 2020!!
Is that able to charge life po 12 v 12 ah battery pack
Hello,
It is not the ideal charger for the life po 12 v 12 ah battery pack.
I have the same charger, but it won't charge. I've done the exact same set-up except for 2s. It will start charging and within 5 seconds, stop and cycle back to the home screen. Any ideas? It does it with brand new and well used batteries. Fully charged, half dead and dead it's all the same.
Check the charger display for any error messages or warnings that may indicate an issue with the battery or charger.
if 4 18650 batteries are combined in series and parallel, how many cells will be read on imax b6 ?
Hi, the IMAX B6 charger is for LIPO batteries whereas the 18650 are lithium ion batteries
please help me have 1800mah 3s battery what I should set on balance charger??
Hi,
It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. For an 1800 mAh battery, recommended setting would be 1A to 1.8A. This is also limited by the adapter you are using. Do not set the charging current to a value greater than the power adapter can supply.
What would I need to put it too for 5200 MaH (3s) and 80c
Hi,
It is recommended that you charge a battery at 1C or lower to extend the lifespan, as charging at higher C can cause damage your battery. For example: If your battery is 5200 mAh - you can use up to 5 Amps to charge it since that is the max this charger can output, however, the charging current is also limited by the adapter being used. Do not give current higher than your adapter can supply.
Hey can you provide a link for the power adapter as it doesn’t come with the charger?
I used a 19v laptop charger, worked perfect
Hello,
robocraze.com/products/kento-g-12v-2a-adapter-dc-jack?_pos=6&_sid=48ff3a5d7&_ss=r
Check out this link for an adapter!
Thank you
@@outerlimits583 is it still working? does the charger caused any damage?