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     Charging.

      During the charge process,a specific quantity of electrical energy is fed into the battery. The charge quantity         
      is calculated by multiplying charge current by charge time. The maximum permissible charge current varies  
      depending on the battery type or its performance and can be found in the information from the battery   
      manufacturer. Only batteries that are expressly stated to be capable of quick-charge should to be charged         
      at rates higher than the standard charge current.

      Connecting the battery to the output socket of the charger: Red is positive and black is negative. 
      Due to the difference  between resistance of different cables and connectors, the charger may be unable to        
      detect the correct resistance of the battery pack. The essential requirement for the charger to work properly is  
      that the charge lead should be of adequate conductor cross-section, and high quality connectors (which are  
      normally gold-plated) should be fitted to both ends.

 
      Always refer to the manual from the battery manufacturer pertaining to charging methods, recommended        
      charging  current and charging time. Lithium batteries should be charged according the charging instruction  
      provided by the manufacturer only.

      Attention should be paid to the connection of Lithium battery in particular.

      Do not attempt to disassemble a battery pack arbitrarily.

      Please note that Lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and in series. In parallel connection, the          
      battery’s capacity is calculated by doubling a single cell’s capacity. They stay the same as a series wired  
      pack. It is recommended to only charge series wired packs.

Содержание Sigma EQ Evo

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Страница 2: ...m LiIo liPo LiFe LiHV program 15 Charging of lithium batteries 16 Charging lithium batteries in the balance mode 16 Individual cell connection diagram pin assignment of 7 pin 17 Fast charging of a lithium batteries 17 Voltage balancing and monitoring 18 Charging of NiCd NiMH batteries 18 19 Data save program 20 Various information in the program 21 Warning and error information displays 22 Warrant...

Страница 3: ...information on operating and safety Please use this product in the company of a specialist if you are unsure of any aspect of its use Specifications Operating voltage range Circuit power Charge current range Current drain for balancing Li po NiCd NiMH battery cell count Li ion Li Fe Li Po cell count Pb battery voltage Weight Dimensions DC 11 0 18 0 Volt AC 100 240 Volt Max charge power 50W DC Inpu...

Страница 4: ...nt lithium battery balancer The Sigma EQ Evo employs an individual cell voltage balancer It isn t necessary to connect an external balancer for balance charging Adaptable to various type of lithium battery Sigma EQ Evo is adaptable to various types of Lithium battery such as Li ion Li Po Li HV and the new Li Fe series of batteries Fast charge mode for lithium batteries Needs to charge Lithium batt...

Страница 5: ... Temperature threshold The battery s internal chemical reaction can cause the temperature of the battery to rise If the temperature limit is reached the process will be terminated This function is available by connecting an optional temperature probe which is not included as standard Processing time limit You can limit the maximum total process time to avoid any possible unwanted damage to the bat...

Страница 6: ...emperature probe socket Scroll through the Main Menu Stop any charge processes LCD screen Alter values See the status of individual cell in balance charge mode Output charge lead 4mm banana plug Balance lead sockets JST XH ports Resume or start charge processes Confirm an action ...

Страница 7: ...rging in the balance charge program mode only WARNING Failure to connect as shown in this diagram will damage this charger The main battery leads must be connected along with the balance lead connector as shown before charging your battery Output charge lead 4mm banana plug Balance lead sockets JST XH ports Direct or via a balance adaptor board Option Part ...

Страница 8: ...e surface Never place them on a car seat carpet or similar Keep all flammable and volatile materials away from operating area Make sure that you know the specifications of the battery to be charged to ensure that it meets the requirements of this charger If the program is set up incorrectly the battery and charger may be damaged It can also cause a fire or explosion due to over charging The warran...

Страница 9: ...age 4 2V cell Allowable fast charge current 1C or less recommended Consult the battery manufacturer for higher Li Fe Voltage level 3 3V cell Max charge voltage 3 6V cell Fast charge current 1C or less Consult battery manufacturer for higher Li HV Voltage level 3 85V cell Max charge voltage 4 35V cell Allowable fast charge current 1C or less Consult the battery manufacturer for higher Pb Voltage le...

Страница 10: ...ically linked to other components Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be suitable for the currents the charger delivers during the charge process Please bear in mind the following points before commencing charging Did you select the appropriate program suitable for the type of battery you are charging Did you set up appropriate current for charging Have you checked the b...

Страница 11: ...correct resistance of the battery pack The essential requirement for the charger to work properly is that the charge lead should be of adequate conductor cross section and high quality connectors which are normally gold plated should be fitted to both ends Always refer to the manual from the battery manufacturer pertaining to charging methods recommended charging current and charging time Lithium ...

Страница 12: ...s chart PROGRAM SELECT Lithium battery NiMH CHARGE AUTO CURRENT 2 0A PROGRAM SELECT PB Lead Acid LiPo FAST CHARGE 2 0A 22 2V 6S LiPo CHARGE 2 0A 22 2V 6S LiPo BALANCE CHG 2 0A AUTO Pb CHARGE 2 0A 12 0V 6P Lithium battrey CHK Time 5min NiMH Sensitivity D Peak Default NiCd Sensitivity D Peak Default 02 LiPo CHARGE 2 0A 22 2V 6S Watt Limit W CHG 80 03 LiPo BALANCE 2 0A 7 4V 7S 20 LiPo FAST CH 2 0A 11...

Страница 13: ...the default value This setting is for NiMH batteries only This screen allows you to set the delta peak detect settings between 5mV and 25mV per cell The default is set at 10mV suiting most applications This setting is for NiCd batteries only This screen allows you to set the delta peak detect settings between 5mV and 25mV per cell The default is set at 10mV suiting most applications The screen sho...

Страница 14: ...y timer does not time out the charge process will stop automatically when the battery reaches the user set maximum charge capacity This function monitors the voltage of the DC input battery used to power this charger If the voltage is lower than the set value the program will end forcibly to protect the input battery This setting sets the amount of beeps the charger speaker plays when the selected...

Страница 15: ... batteries with a nominal voltage of 3 3 3 6 3 7 3 85V cell Different batteries have different charge techniques There are two linked processes termed as constant voltage and constant current The charge current varies according to battery capacity and specification The final voltage individual cell is very important It should precisely match the voltage of the battery type LiPo is 4 2V LiIo is 4 1...

Страница 16: ...lancing the voltage of Lithium polymer battery cells while charging In the balance mode the battery needs to have a balance lead connected to the appropriate individual port on the right side of the charger You need to connect the battery s output plugs to the 4mm output sockets of charger also Charging in this mode is different from the normal modes because the built in processor monitors voltage...

Страница 17: ...cible requirement of the balance precision Whether it is been connected to the balance port or not In the fast mode the charging capacity is slightly lower than in normal charge mode but the charging time is reduced You can set up the charging current and voltage of the battery pack Press the button to display voltage confirmation Then press the button again to confirm and begin charging This scre...

Страница 18: ...ter value Press the button to store the value and move onto the next parameter Only the battery type and current can be adjusted The screen shows the real time status Press the button to end the program A sound will be emitted to indicate the end of program Voltage balancing and monitoring The processor monitors the voltage of each cell when the battery packs are in the charge process If the volta...

Страница 19: ...ead acid batteries with nominal voltage from 2 to 20V A Pb lead acid battery is completely different to a NiCd NiMH battery These batteries can only deliver current lower in comparison to their capacity The same restriction applies to the charging process Consequently the optimum charge current can only be 1 10 of the capacity A Pb battery can not be fast charged Please follow the instructions pro...

Страница 20: ...profile used Press the button to customize the saved profile Here you can use the button to rotate between different settings Press the buttons to change them then press the button again to save Once the setup is complete you can either press and hold the button to run the profile or you can simply press the button to save the profile and exit Data memory program For your convenience the Sigma EQ ...

Страница 21: ...s The battery is connected to a port through a balance cable You can check voltage of each cell in the battery pack When the cable is connected to a port on the right SIDE of the charger the program will display voltage of up to 6 cells The battery pack needs an output connector connected with each cell via the balance port The external temperature is displayed when the optional temperature probe ...

Страница 22: ...ofessional advice The voltage is lower than the value set Please check the number of cells in the battery pack The voltage is higher than the value set Please check the number of cells in the battery pack Warning and error information The Sigma EQ Evo incorporates a variety of functions for the systems to verify processes and the state of the electronics In case of an error the screen will display...

Страница 23: ...irements of all appropriate EU directives A copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained from Ripmax Ltd www ripmax com Instruction for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union Electrical equipment marked with the crossed wheelie bin symbol must not be discarded in the standard household waste Instead it should be taken to a suitable specialist disposal location or your dealer All ...

Страница 24: ... Enfield EN3 7SJ United Kingdom Tel 44 0 20 82827500 Email mail ripmax com Website www ripmax com Ripmax GmbH Futaba RC Service Stuttgarter Straße 20 22 75179 Pforzheim Germany Tel 49 0 7231 46 94 10 Email info ripmax de Website www ripmax de ...

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