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Bantam e-STATION BC6 Dual Power User Manual

Bantam e-STATION BC6 Dual Power
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BC6
'Dual power'
Operating Manual
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Microprocessor controlled high-performance rapid charger/discharger
for NiCd/NiMH/Lithium/Pb batteries with an integrated cell voltage
balancer.
Dual input power(AC/DC), USB PC link, temperature sensor and
integrated Lithium battery balancer
Charge current up to 5A, discharge current up to 1A, 1 to 6
series of LiIo/LiPo/LiFe, 1 to 15 cells of NiCd/NiMH, 2 to 20V
of Lead-acid (Pb)
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Bantam e-STATION BC6 Dual Power Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBantam
Modele-STATION BC6 Dual Power
CategoryBattery Charger
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Special Features of the BC6 Charger

Optimised Operating Software

Auto-sets current, prevents over-charging, and ensures maximum safety during operation.

Dual Input Power Capability

Operates with AC or DC input, supporting 5A capacity and 50 Watts charging power.

Integrated Lithium Battery Balancer

Built-in cell voltage balancer for Lithium batteries, negating the need for a separate unit.

Cell Balancing During Discharge

Monitors and balances individual Lithium cells during discharge, stopping on abnormality.

Lithium Battery Compatibility

Supports LiIo, LiPo, and LiFe batteries with different chemistry characteristics.

Lithium Battery Special Modes

Offers 'Fast' charge for reduced time and 'Storage' mode for long-term battery preservation.

Maximum Safety Features

Includes Delta-peak sensitivity, auto-charge current limit, and capacity limit for safety.

Advanced Safety and Data Management

Additional Safety Limits

Covers temperature limit, processing time limit, and input power monitoring for enhanced safety.

Data Store and Load Functionality

Store and recall up to 5 battery data profiles for quick setup and operation.

Cyclic Charging and Discharging

Perform 1-5 cycles of charge/discharge for battery refreshing and balancing.

PC Analysis via USB Communication

Analyze battery performance using PC software via USB connection for detailed graphs.

Exterior of the Unit

Unit Components and Controls

Details the physical ports, screen, buttons, and connectors of the BC6 charger unit.

Warnings and Safety Notes

General Handling and Placement Precautions

Avoid dust, damp, heat, vibration, drops, and keep away from flammables.

Power and Connection Safety

Do not use simultaneous AC/DC power; connect cables correctly to prevent shorts.

Battery Type and Setup Warnings

Ensure correct battery information and program setup to prevent damage or fire.

Prohibited Battery Types

Lists battery types that should not be charged/discharged, including mixed types or non-rechargeable.

Charging Procedures and Best Practices

Pre-Charge Checks

Verify program selection, current settings, connections, and battery pack composition before charging.

Charging Process Details

Explains energy transfer, connection, charge leads, connectors, and manufacturer instructions.

Lithium Battery Charging Specifics

Emphasizes verifying Lithium battery capacity/voltage and avoiding parallel/series mixing.

Discharge Procedures and Battery Conditioning

Discharge Purpose and Settings

For determining capacity or lowering voltage; set final discharge voltage correctly.

Battery Memory Effect and Conditioning

Explains memory effect in NiCd/NiMH and recommends cyclic conditioning for NiCd.

Lithium Battery Discharge Preferences

Lithium batteries prefer partial discharge; avoid frequent full discharges.

Program Flow Chart

Navigating Program Options

Visual guide to selecting battery types, charge/discharge modes, and advanced settings.

Initial Parameter Setup

Lithium Battery Type Setup

Select LiFe, LiIo, or LiPo voltage type to ensure correct charging.

Lithium Cell Count Verification Time

Set time to verify Lithium cell count, default 10 min, to prevent errors.

NiMH/NiCd Peak Sensitivity Adjustment

Configure Delta-peak sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd charge termination.

USB/Temperature Port Configuration

Assign the 3-pin port to USB or Temperature sensor and set temperature cut-off.

Advanced Setup Parameters

Cycle Delay and Cooling Time

Set a delay between charge/discharge cycles for battery cooling.

Integral Safety Timer Configuration

Configure an automatic safety timer to prevent overcharging if termination fails.

Capacity Cut-Off Setting

Set a maximum charge capacity limit for automatic process termination.

Audible Alerts Configuration

Enable or disable key beep and buzzer sounds for user feedback.

Input Power Low Cut-Off

Set a minimum input voltage to protect the power source from damage.

Lithium Battery Programs

Lithium Charging Overview

Details constant voltage/current charging for LiIo, LiPo, LiFe batteries.

Setting Up Lithium Charge

Select battery type, charge current, and voltage; confirm cell count before starting.

Lithium Charging Status Display

Shows current charge status including cells, time, voltage, current, and capacity.

Lithium Battery Balance Charging

Balance Charging Process

Balances individual cell voltages by monitoring and controlling charge current.

Setting and Confirming Balance Charge

Set current and voltage, confirm cell count for balance charging.

Balance Charging Status Display

Displays status during balance charging, showing cells, time, voltage, current, capacity.

Individual Cell Connector Diagram

Pin assignment diagram for connecting individual cells for balancing.

Special Lithium Battery Modes

Fast Charging Mode

Reduces charging time by modifying the CV process, potentially slightly reducing capacity.

Storage Control Mode

Charges or discharges batteries to a specific voltage for long-term storage.

Lithium Battery Discharge

Lithium Discharge Procedure

Set discharge current and final voltage, avoiding deep discharge for battery health.

Voltage Monitoring During Discharge

Monitors individual cell voltages during storage/discharge, stops on abnormality.

NiMH/NiCd Battery Programs

NiMH/NiCd Charging

Charge NiMH/NiCd batteries in 'Aut' or 'Man' mode, setting current limits.

NiMH/NiCd Discharging

Discharge NiMH/NiCd batteries by setting current and final voltage.

NiMH/NiCd Cyclic Operations

Cyclic Charge/Discharge

Perform charge-discharge or discharge-charge cycles for battery conditioning.

Cyclic Operation Status Display

Displays status and results of each charge/discharge cycle.

Lead-Acid Battery Programs

Lead-Acid Charging

Charge lead-acid batteries with specific current and voltage settings, avoiding rapid charging.

Lead-Acid Discharging

Discharge lead-acid batteries by setting current and final voltage.

Data Management Programs

Save Data Program Function

Store up to 5 battery profiles with their settings for quick recall.

Saving Battery Profile Parameters

Set charge current, discharge voltage, and cycle settings for saving.

Load Data Program

Load Data Functionality

Recall previously saved battery data profiles to resume charging/discharging.

Selecting Data to Load

Choose a saved data number to load its associated battery parameters.

Monitoring Process Information

Viewing Operational Data

Display end voltage, capacity cut-off, safety timer, USB/Temp status, external temp, and input power.

Individual Cell Voltage Monitoring

Monitor individual cell voltages for Lithium battery packs connected via the individual port.

Troubleshooting and Error Messages

Understanding Error Indicators

Lists common error messages and their explanations for system issues.

Common Error Types

Covers polarity, connection breaks, shorts, input voltage, selection errors, and unit malfunctions.

Glossary of Terms

Electrical and Capacity Units

Defines Amps (A), Milli-amps (mA), milli-amp hours (mAh), and amp-hours (Ah).

Battery Voltage and Rating

Explains Nominal Voltage (V) for different battery types and 'C'-rating for current limits.

Maximum Circuit Power Chart

Charge/Discharge Current Limits

Chart showing maximum charge/discharge currents for NiCd/NiMH, LiPo, Lilo, LiFe batteries by cell count.

Product Specifications

Technical Details

Lists operating voltage, circuit power, current ranges, cell counts, weight, and dimensions.

Warranty and Service Information

Product Warranty Coverage

Details the one-year warranty period, coverage, and exclusions for defects.

Manufacturer Contact Details

Provides contact information for BANTAM Inc., including address, phone, fax, and email.

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