Energizer BC-5HU User Manual

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This datasheet contains information specific to battery chargers manufactured at the time of its
publication.
Contents herein do not constitute a warranty.
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Engineering Data
Energizer – Universal charger. Model No. BC-5HU
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Description: Computer Controlled Universal NiMH /NiCd Battery
Charger
Type:
Desk top type with direct plug-in type power unit
Technology of batteries: Nickel-Cadmium / Nickel-Metal Hydride
Batteries Charged Size: D, C, AA, AAA and 9V cell
Number of channels: 4 channels (2 for D/C/AA/AAA and 2 for 9V)
- for 2 or 4pcs. AA / AAA / C / D and 1-2pcs 9V Ni-MH/Ni-Cd
battery.
Plastic enclosure material: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), type no. PA-765,
flame class: 94V-0, file E56070 or other equivalent.
Case color: Silver for the cover
Dark grey for the base & bottom case
Primary: Powered by an external AC Adaptor (18V DC 500mA)
Dimensions: (without power unit) 185mm(L) x 182mm(W) x 60mm(H)
Weight: (without power unit)
(Adaptor)
455 grams (approx.)
460 grams (approx.)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Primary Voltage and Frequency
(Adaptor)
220 – 240V 50Hz (European, Australian, Asian market)
120V 60Hz (US market)
Primary Voltage (Charger) 18V DC 500mA
Output: AA/C/D - 2 x (2.8V 550mA)
AAA - 2 x (2.8V 280mA)
6F22 - 2 x (9.0V 12-16mA)*
*Remark: Charging current for 9V cell is 12mA at full load
of the charger and 16mA for 9V charging only.
Trickle charge (D/C/AA/AAA): 30mA ± 10mA

Energizer BC-5HU Specifications

General

Brand	Energizer
Model	BC-5HU
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English

Summary

Product Description Energizer BC-5HU

Charger Type and Technology

Details the charger as a desk top unit for NiMH/NiCd batteries.

Battery Compatibility and Channels

Lists supported battery sizes (D, C, AA, AAA, 9V) and channel configuration.

Physical Characteristics

Covers enclosure material, case color, dimensions, and weight.

Technical Specifications

Primary Voltage and Frequency

Specifies AC input voltage and frequency for different market regions.

Output Specifications

Details DC output voltage and current for various battery types.

Trickle Charge Current

Defines the trickle charge current for D, C, AA, and AAA cells.

End of Charge Detection and Safety Features

Charge Detection Methods

Describes -AV detection and max timer control for charge termination.

Safety Features

Outlines safety measures including cut-off, timer, and reverse polarity protection.

Operating Temperatures and LED Indicators

Temperature Guidelines

Specifies storage, working, and maximum casing/battery temperatures.

LED Indicator Functions

Explains LED status for AA/AAA/C/D (Rapid/Trickle) and 9V (Standard) modes.

Charging Times for Battery Types

Charging Times Ni-MH AA/AAA

Provides estimated charging times for 2 or 4pcs Ni-MH AAA and AA batteries.

Charging Times Ni-MH C/D and 9V

Lists estimated charging times for C/D and 9V Ni-MH batteries.

Product Diagrams and Images

Dimensional Drawings

Illustrates the charger's dimensions with detailed measurements.

Product Images

Shows visual representations of the Energizer Universal Charger.