
Spektrum RC Smart G2 PowerStage 2S Bundle w/2S Smart LiPo Battery (5000mAh) (IC5)
About this part
Features:
- Battery:
- Powerful 50C continuous discharge rating to deliver high performance and longevity
- Balance charge through the IC5 connector data wire — with only one connection, no balance lead required
- Faster Auto Discharge at up to 1.5A to safe storage voltage for long battery life and improved performance
- Integrated microchip stores unique parameters for each battery
- IC5 connectors may be connected to a device with an EC5 connector
- Charger:
- Advanced, user-friendly Smart G2 charging technology that fits into any hobby budget
- Delivers 55W of charging power
- Includes selectable IC3 and IC5 charging ports — no separate adapters required
- Charges up to 4S LiPo/LiFe/Li-Ion/LiHV batteries and 1-12S NiMH/NiCd packs
- Color LCD screen interface features intuitive menus, icons, and navigation tools
- Clock counts down remaining charge time until your Smart battery is fully charged and ready to use
- Auto Charge recognizes Smart battery charging parameters and starts charging automatically when connected
- USB input for updating firmware
- Sleep mode
- Detachable power cord
- Sleek, sturdy case fits well on your workbench and in pit/field bags
- Battery:
- Connector Type: IC5
- Battery Balance Connector: G2 Smart
- Capacity: 5000mAh
- Voltage: 7.4VV
- Battery Type: LiPo (3.7V per cell)
- Technology: Smart
- Charge Rate: 5A - 1C
- Cell Configuration: Stick
- Dimensions: 5.45x1.83x0.98in (138x46x25mm) (LxWxH)
- Hard Case: Yes
- Wire Gauge: 10AWG
- Charger:
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Input Voltage: 100-240V, 50-60Hz
- Cell Count: 2-4S
- Battery Type: LiPo (3.7V per cell)
- Maximum Charge Rate: 18.4V, 5A (Max)
- Length: 4.4" (112 mm)
- Width: 2.4" (61 mm)
- Height: 2.4" (61 mm)
- Weight: 12.2 oz (345 g)
- Output Connector: IC3 and IC5 (Selectable)
- Battery Balance Connector: JST_XH
- Display: LCD
- (1) Spektrum 2S 5000mAh Smart G2 Battery
- (1) Spektrum S155 Smart Charger
Reviews4.6 · 5 reviews
Purchased this as I was getting my feet wet into the hobby and this is charger will do what you need to get started for your spectrum batteries. Charger has been going strong with no issues
The charger is almost perfect. Charging a smart battery is as simple as plugging it in, charger recognizes what it is, what capacity, its rating and it automatically charges the smart battery. The smart battery will also discharge to storage capacity after 72 hours (default, can be changed) if they are above storage capacity. 1 star off because the charger won't charge to storage capacity. If you are under 3.8V per cell, you'll have to charge the LiPo above 3.8V and then let the battery discharge down to 3.8V per cell. Or if you want to sit there by the charger and catch it right around there, go ahead. An option to charge from drained to 3.8V and then have the charger stop would be the only improvement I can think of.
Excellent combo the charger is all digital it tells the battery life and how long it will be until a full charge. Also the battery last a fair amount of time.
I have only used this once but am happy with it so far and the convenience of the of the features are what prompted me to purchase the item.
Nice little charger easy to use pretty quick charge time I like it
Five reviews, all for the 2S Bundle variant with the 5000mAh Smart LiPo battery, average around 4.6 out of 5. Reviewers generally describe the charger as easy to use, with automatic recognition of Smart batteries, capacity and rating detection, and a clear digital display of charge status and time remaining. Charge times are described as quick, and the battery is said to last a fair amount of time. One reviewer notes the charger does not charge to storage capacity; a battery must be charged above 3.8V per cell and then allowed to discharge down to that level, and they would like an option to stop at 3.8V. Reviewers are generally satisfied with reliability, though usage is limited for several.
- + Automatic Smart battery recognition
- + Easy to use
- + Quick charge times
- + Clear digital charge status display
- − Does not charge to storage capacity automatically
- − Storage requires manual discharge workaround