WhataNut FMA PowerLab8 1000W charger

[JERRY2KONE]

See now that makes sense to me BG. I am not an electrical geneous so I have been wondering the same thing. Why make all of these chargers and PSU's so different from each other complicating our ability to charge one type of battery, but not another, or one that charges up to 6S while another charges only 3S. I would think by now that most of the manufacturers should have a pretty solid idea what we do in our hobby and what we need in general. So why not make a universal psu and charger that will do the job. Just have one that can handle lower voltage batteries and one for higher voltage which would define the difference between novice hobbiests and more seasoned vets.

Just looking at the PowerLab8 makes me wonder why not create a matching PSU that will work as a package deal and will allow one to use the charger to its full capacity. Plus make it compatible for voltage inputs 12V DC, 24v DC, and also 50-240volts AC. I mean they have been doing this sort of thing with laptops and other electronic gear now for a while so we know the technology is out there.

In fact why not take it one step further and create one complete unit that does everything the PowerLab8 does with a built in PSU with the specs we would all like to see? Then charge a reasonable price for it. Chargers and PSU's combined for that range come in at around $600 to $800 now, so put one together in one neat package for $500-$600 and call it a day. We all know they would sell like waffles at a Belgian concert.

[BrianG]

Originally Posted by JERRY2KONE

...In fact why not take it one step further and create one complete unit that does everything the PowerLab8 does with a built in PSU with the specs we would all like to see? Then charge a reasonable price for it. Chargers and PSU's combined for that range come in at around $600 to $800 now, so put one together in one neat package for $500-$600 and call it a day. We all know they would sell like waffles at a Belgian concert.

That's kinda what I'm saying; put the proper PS inside the charger that will accept 12v DC (for field use with no mains power available) and 120/240v AC (for bench use) and be done with it.

Snellemin: I personally don't like to see flames of any kind on my electronic components; flames=something is wrong.

[JERRY2KONE]

Originally Posted by BrianG

That's kinda what I'm saying; put the proper PS inside the charger that will accept 12v DC (for field use with no mains power available) and 120/240v AC (for bench use) and be done with it.

Well there ya go BG. Now you have a product, and you already have the business snense. So when will your first prototype be out????? I am sure that there are plenty of gents in here who would love to do some BETA testing for ya. You don't have to use the best materials in the world. Just use fair quality and come up with a great finished product that looks halfway desent.

I do like the look of the Muchmore Legacy setup. The PSU with two chargers mounted on top of it looks very nice. Something along those lines, but one combined unit would be a great sell.

I mean we all know the bottom line here is that we want to be able to purchase a single unit and have the ability to charge two 8S lipos side-by-side to full power and capacity within 10 to 15 minutes. Ready to race, right. Is this really that hard to accomplish???

Yea I think that flames idea helps to cover up the idea that their batteries might go up in flames at some point, but it will look cool and just blend in with the shrinkwrap design.

[BrianG]

Originally Posted by JERRY2KONE

Well there ya go BG. Now you have a product, and you already have the business snense. So when will your first prototype be out????? ...

It will be out April 1st.

Seriously, developing a charger from the ground up would be reinventing the wheel, not to mention trying to compete against mass-produced products would be an exercise in futility. Rather, current manufacturers should get the hint and make the changes to their products.