Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets - How do I know if a charger is "smart?"

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MrCjolsen
11-15-08, 10:56 AM
Is this one (http://www.target.com/Targus-Digital-Battery-Charger-Batteries/dp/B000BKQNG4/sr=1-14/qid=1226771375/ref=sr_1_14/188-4783756-1500830?ie=UTF8&index=target&rh=k%3Abattery%20charger&page=1) smart?


CigarDad
11-15-08, 11:30 AM
Yep.

Rapidly charges AA/AAA batteries in the car or any standard wall outlet in 2 hours • 100~240v for worldwide use • 4 LCD indicators: Each LCD light indicates the status of charging or discharging from 0 to 100 percent • Advanced technology prevents overcharging • Includes 12~24v DC car charger

http://www.targusdigital.com/products.asp?product_id=100008&dept_id=100035&parent_id=

wmodavis
11-15-08, 03:47 PM
May be smart but I'd recommend this one.
http://www.weatherconnection.com/product.asp?itmky=492702&s=froogle
I have it and it is super and refreshes older cells saving me from throwing out some very servicable ones.


hammond9705
11-15-08, 07:26 PM
I got this one which I really like:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00077AA5Q

$40 but it comes with 4 AA and 4 AAA batteries

127.0.0.1
11-15-08, 08:32 PM
the one you listed has independent charging ciruits, and measures -delta V and slope detection,

it is real smart,


and that is a good find by the way... most that are smart aren't that cheap

sonicj
11-16-08, 11:32 PM
i've been using my dad's MH-C777PLUS-II and have been really impressed! i don't know if this is the most current model available... Link (http://www.thomas-distributing.com/mh-c777plus.htm)

http://www.thomas-distributing.com/maha-mh-c777plus-ii-battery%20charger_pics/mhc777plus_small.jpg

i've been charging my Nikon SLR li-ion, Canon xl2 li-ion, rc car nimh, AA nimh, AAA nimh, etc. i've been able to declutter my desk, kitchen counter, dining room table, etc and free up like a dozen outlets around the house! anywho, the versatility of a good universal charger easily justifies the pricetag.