ProTek RC "Prodigy 66 Duo AC/DC" LiHV/LiPo Battery Balance Charger (6S/6A/50W x2)
About this part
Dual Channel Outputs + LiHV Compatibility
The ProTek R/C "Prodigy 66 Duo AC/DC" LiHV/LiPo/LiFe/NiMH AC/DC Battery Charger is a dual port AC/DC charger that can handle 6S packs, is capable of up to a 6 amp charge rate, worldwide 100V/220V voltage versatility, with two 50 Watts of power... the next generation of Prodigy has arrived.
Two Independent Outputs
The Prodigy 66 DUO AC/DC features dual inputs to simultaneously charge two independent battery packs. This provides the flexibility to set charging parameters independently for each channel to accommodate for nearly any need.
Hi-Voltage Capable
This charger features a Hi-Voltage LiHV mode that allows you to safely charge Hi-Voltage LiHV capable batteries. You can adjust the charging end voltage of this mode up to 4.40V per cell, which is considerably higher than 4.20V per cell of an ordinary LiPo battery. Charging at this higher end voltage requires a Hi-Voltage LiHV capable battery, but the power gains are significant to the overall punch and power for the R/C model. But please note: battery voltages exceeding 4.20V per cell is prohibited from sanctioned racing rules, such as ROAR, IFMAR, etc.
Dual Power Input
The power source can be 11-18V DC input or a 100-240V AC source. With a builtin power supply, users can directly connect the AC power cord to the main AC input. The power supply can accept AC power from all over the world without the worry of damage.
Features:
- Dual Channel Digital AC/DC Balance Charger
- Maximum 6A Charge Current, up to 5W
- Hi-Voltage LiHV charging mode allows charging end voltage up to 4.40V
- Supports up to 6S Lithium & 15 Cell Nickel Battery Packs
- Lithium, Nickel & Lead Acid Compatible
- Multiple Safety Functions
- Multiple Charge Modes
- Back-Light Screen
Specifications:
AC Input Voltage: 100V-240V
DC Input Voltage: 11V-18V
Chemistry: LiPo, Li-Ion, LiFe, LiHV, NiMH, NiCd, Pb
Cell Count: LiPo/Li-Ion/LiFe/LiHV: 1-6S; NiMH/NiCd: 1-15 cells; Pb: 2-24V
Voltage Cutoff (per cell): LiPo: 4.18-4.22V; Li-Ion: 4.18-4.20V; LiFe: 3.68-3.8V; LiHV: 4.30-4.40V
Display: LCD; blue back light (non-touch)
Dimensions: 177x150x55mm
Charge Current: 6.0A x2
Charge Power: 50W max. x2
Balance Current: 400mA/cell
Cooling System: Fan
Weight: 930g
Safety Timer: 1-720min or off
Discharge Current: 2.0A x2
Discharge Power: 5W x2 max.
Memory: 10 different profiles
Includes:
- (1) Prodigy 66 DUO AC Charger
- (1) DC Power Input Cable w/XT60 Connector
- (2) XH Type LiPo Balance Board
- (1) AC Power Input Cable
- (2) Bullet to T-Plug Charge Lead
- (1) Alligator Clip Charge Lead
- (2) Alligator Clips
How To Calculate Your Charging Needs
To determine if this charger is suitable for your application, you must perform this calculation to determine the maximum amp rate the charger can supply. Divide the Watts of the charger by the Voltage of the battery pack. This will tell you the maximum amp rate the charger can deliver (Watts / Voltage = Amps). For example, if using the Touch 625 AC and a 6S LiPo battery, you would divide 200 Watts by 22.2 Volts to realize a 9 Amp charge rate. This means that the charger can supply a maximum of 9 amps to a 22.2 Volt 6S battery. This amp rate will gradually reduce as the battery voltage increases during the charge cycle.
LiPo Battery & Charger Warnings:
1) DO NOT leave the battery in your model when charging
2) DO NOT leave unattended when charging
3) ALWAYS balance charge the battery
4) ALWAYS use a LiPo charging bag
5) YOU MUST use a Li-Poly specific charger to charge the pack (NiMH or NiCd only chargers WILL NOT WORK!)
6) YOU MUST not over discharge the Li-Poly battery pack
7) READ & UNDERSTAND the instructions carefully before operating this battery
WARNING NOTE: This charger is not recommended for use with Traxxas batteries with ID connectors or Spektrum Smart batteries with IC connectors. Charging batteries equipped with ID or IC connectors may require additional steps in order to safely balance charge your Lipo batteries. Please refer to your vehicle or aircraft owner’s manual for recommended batteries and charging equipment.
CA Residents Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Details...Reviews4.6 · 72 reviews
I purchased this charger to replace my HiTec X1 Touch that I had since 2014. The discharge feature in my X1 had finally quit. So far, the Prodigy 66 Duo has been great. I have charged shorty Li-HV, standard shorty Lipo's, basher batteries, and the battery for my controller. It's done great balance charging everything and then storage charging after using them. I have used the discharge a couple of times. It also works well. So far, I like the charger.
Very good charger. Easy to use. Would recommend this to seasoned racers and people new to hobby.
Charger works fine, has exactly the same menus as the Skyrc charger I had before purchasing this Protek unit. So the switch was seamless. The product is very good. I give it 3 stars because it does not come with the necessary cables to actually connect the batteries. So if you purchase this, bear in mind that it is not plug & play. You will need to buy the connectors for your LiPo/LiFe/NiMh batteries separately, which adds extra cost and inconvenience. First time I am actually let down by Protek RC (though this is easy to fix, just add the cables guys...)
Love this charger. Hook the battery up, adjust the settings and, run it. Charges all modern batteries for many types if you purchase the squid charger plug with it as well. Highly recommend this charger.
For the price it's an unbelievable charger works great fans keep everything cool amain is providing great racing equipment at very low prices keep it up guys
Reviewers largely rate the ProTek Prodigy 66 Duo AC/DC highly, with most giving five stars for ease of use, build quality, dual-channel charging and value for the price. Many note it handles LiPo, LiHV and other chemistries and that its menus are familiar to owners of other chargers. Recurring criticisms are that battery leads and connectors are not included (only Deans or limited adapters), storage charging is slow at about 2A, and charging high-capacity packs is limited to around 6A peak. Other points raised include no on/off switch and no cell resistance display, and a few reviewers report a 4-month calibration drift and a power supply failure after one year. Overall sentiment is positive, though several reviews are brief.
- + Easy to use and set up
- + Dual-channel charging
- + Good value for the price
- + Solid build and low heat
- − No battery leads or connectors included
- − Slow storage charging at 2A
- − 6A peak charge limit for large packs
- − No on/off switch