Which Venom Charger & LiPo batteries to get?

[Natedog]

You're welcome. That Hitec charger has built-in power supply, hence it's AC/DC runs off either.

From the Hitec page:

The X2 AC Plus charger offers expanded capacity and compatibility in a portable and compact package. Dual inputs afford flexible battery charging at home and in the field. And our innovative power distribution mode lets you efficiently assign output power based on individual battery requirements. Capable of charging all battery chemistries, the X2 AC Plus has a built-in 10-amp power supply, internal balancing circuits and 10 different charge/discharge profiles, making it an essential tool for all hobbyists. You can even utilize your smartphone for remote control via an optional WiFi module. Hitec brings the future of charging to your fingertips!

Features
Twin Channel Charger with Two Independent Circuits
Power Distribution Circuit for Ultimate Flexibility in AC Mode
Example 1: Channel A – 20W, then Channel B – 80W for a Total 100W Power
Example 2: Channel A – 70W, then Channel B – 30W for a Total 100W Power
Charges NiMH, NiCd, LiPo, LiHV, LiFe, Li-Ion, and Lead Acid Batteries
Built-in 10-Amp Power Supply
Uses Either 11-18V DC or 100-240V AC Power Sources
Adjustable Charge Current Rate of 0.1 – 10.0 Amps Each Port
Internal Balancing Circuits
10 Programmable Profile Settings

Specifications
NiCd/NiMH Cell Count: 1-15 cells
LiPo/LiHV/Li-Ion/LiFe Cell Count: 1-6 cells
Pb voltage: 2-20 volts
Charge Current Range: 0.1-10.0 amps
Maximum Charge Output: AC 100W / DC 100W x 2

[Digital]

Originally Posted by Natedog

You're welcome. That Hitec charger has built-in power supply, hence it's AC/DC runs off either.

From the Hitec page:

The X2 AC Plus charger offers expanded capacity and compatibility in a portable and compact package. Dual inputs afford flexible battery charging at home and in the field. And our innovative power distribution mode lets you efficiently assign output power based on individual battery requirements. Capable of charging all battery chemistries, the X2 AC Plus has a built-in 10-amp power supply, internal balancing circuits and 10 different charge/discharge profiles, making it an essential tool for all hobbyists. You can even utilize your smartphone for remote control via an optional WiFi module. Hitec brings the future of charging to your fingertips!

Features
Twin Channel Charger with Two Independent Circuits
Power Distribution Circuit for Ultimate Flexibility in AC Mode
Example 1: Channel A – 20W, then Channel B – 80W for a Total 100W Power
Example 2: Channel A – 70W, then Channel B – 30W for a Total 100W Power
Charges NiMH, NiCd, LiPo, LiHV, LiFe, Li-Ion, and Lead Acid Batteries
Built-in 10-Amp Power Supply
Uses Either 11-18V DC or 100-240V AC Power Sources
Adjustable Charge Current Rate of 0.1 – 10.0 Amps Each Port
Internal Balancing Circuits
10 Programmable Profile Settings

Specifications
NiCd/NiMH Cell Count: 1-15 cells
LiPo/LiHV/Li-Ion/LiFe Cell Count: 1-6 cells
Pb voltage: 2-20 volts
Charge Current Range: 0.1-10.0 amps
Maximum Charge Output: AC 100W / DC 100W x 2

Oh well, I'm sold on that then. If it has the PSU included and is a good charger, thats a SLD (sweet little deal). Thanks again

[Digital]

Almost there, thanks for all the help.. which C rating to get? I understand the C rating is how many amps the lipo can safetly draw at but what do I really need for crawling, led kit, 7.4v steering servo? thanks

[Col_Sanders]

Figure out what current your motor/esc can draw. If you think you may ever go brushless, use one of those motors for this number.

Say your motor can pull 40 amps...a 2200mah pack is actually 2.2 amp hours. 40/2.2= 18 so a 20c pack would work. Your LEDs wont draw enough to worry about unless you have some crazy setup with high powered light bars. I dont know the current draw of whatever servo you have, but it should fall well into the burst current rating of the pack.

With all that said, I try to go a bit over what I need. Usually a battery with a higher discharge C rating will also have a higher C rating for charging. I'm impatient and like to charge fast. I think 30C is the lowest that I have.

[EeePee]

Yeah just make it easy and go overboard on the C rating.

[Digital]

Thanks again, you guys are great helping me catch up to the hobby 10 years later...Haven't been this excited about RC in a long time..

Pulled the trigger on a Hitec X2 charger & a couple Nano-Tech 2200 3s 45-90C lippies.

yaay!!