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Onyx 240
AC/DC Dual Peak Charger

Onyx 240
Two backlit LCDs - easy to see anywhere! 5 Year Warranty
  • TWO independent outputs, each with identical features and functions.

  • A small, lightweight built-in AC power supply is great for cramped pit spaces, and easy portability.

  • Each output offers selectable charge currents of 800mA, 1.5A, 3A, and 5 amps, with auto-trickle.

  • Each output offers NiCd and NiMH compatibility, with custom peak detection.

  • Each output includes a unique built-in jack for charging 4-5 cell Rx packs for nitro models, even Tx packs!

  • Each output includes a custom LCD with blue backlight that shows battery voltage, charge current, time, and capacity.

  • Each output includes pushbutton controls and audible tones which aid in set-up and use.

  • Each output includes a backup safety timer which automatically stops charge to prevent accidental battery overcharge.

  • Each output includes a built-in output lead with standard plug. Adapters are available separately to connect batteries having a Deans® Ultra Plug® (GPMM3131).

  • A DC power lead with alligator clips easily connects to many 12V DC power sources.

  • Solid-state reverse polarity and current overload protection ensure trouble-free operation.


TYPICAL APPLICATION:
Excellent for electric powered models which use two NiCd or NiMH batteries simultaneously, or modelers who rotate through multiple batteries while at the field or the track. Less time charging batteries – more time having fun! Charge currents of 800mA, 1.5A, 3A, and 5A plus 4-8 cell NiCd or NiMH compatibility make this charger great for batteries for 1/18 to 1/8 scale electrics, nitro receiver packs, and even transmitter batteries! A tiny, lightweight switching AC power supply is built-in, DC input capability and twin LCDs with blue backlights make this charger easy to transport and use in any environment.


LCDs Both LCDs feature custom characters, large digits, and a cool blue backlight – great for easy viewing anytime, anywhere!


charge jacks Connect 4, 5, even 8 cell NiCd or NiMH radio batteries with universal connectors directly to handy charge jacks on front. Great for nitro racers! Adapters also available for connecting to transmitter charge jacks.

GPMM3100-Futaba®
GPMM3101-Hitec®/Airtronics®
GPMM3102-JR® or Spektrum®


The video clip below can be viewed with the Windows Media Player or QuickTime, among others.

Onyx Chargers video
640 x 480 pixels (45.2 MB)
General Specifications
AC input: 110V AC 60Hz
DC input: 11-15V DC, built-in lead with alligator clips
Protective devices: solid-state reverse polarity and current overload
Case size: 7.95 x 6 x 1.97 in. (202 x 153 x 50 mm)
Weight: 27.8 oz. (789 g)

Specs For Each Output
Battery types: 4-8 NiCd or NiMH (4.8-9.6V)
Battery capacity range: 750-7500mAh
Fast charge current: 0.8A, 1.5A, 3A, 5A linear (40W maximum)
Fast charge termination: peak detection
Fast charge safety timer: 90 minutes
Peak sensitivity: 8mV for NiCd, 5mV for NiMH
Auto-trickle current: 1/20 fast charge setting
Controls: 3 pushbuttons
Display type: 7-segment custom LCD with blue backlight
Output connections: built-in lead with standard connector
built-in jack for 4-8 cell radio batteries
Audible tones: indicates start, stop, errors

*Adapter leads available separately
Adapter - Standard to Deans Ultra Plug male available separately (GPMM3131)
Adapter - Standard to Vendetta, MiniQuake, RS4 Battery available separately (DTXC2210)
DTXP4151 Tx Adapter – Futaba®
DTXP4152 Tx Adapter – Airtronics®/Hitec®
DTXP4153 Tx Adapter – Spektrum®/JR®
Deans® and Ultra Plug® are registered trademarks of W.S. Deans Co. U.S. Patent No, 5,533,915


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