TB6B Multifunction Balance Charger Product Manual
Table of Content 1 Introduction 2 Specifications 3 Key Features 4 Operating Instructions 6 Lithium Batteries (Li-Ion/LiPo/LiFe) 12 Pb Battery 15 NiMH/NiCd Batteries 14 Save and Load Profiles 16 Warning and Error Messages 17 Safety Message 18 Warranty 18
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the TB6B Balance Charger. This product is a rapid charger with a high performance microprocessor and operating software. Please be sure to read this entire operating manual completely before you use this product for the first time, as it covers a wide range of information on operation and safety. It can be dangerous when batteries or chargers are mishandled. There are always risks of batteries catching fire and exploding when they are subjected to improper charging.
Specifications Input Voltage Range Display Controls Charge Current Range Discharge Current Range Charge Power Limited Discharge Power Limited Balance Current Balance Tolerance Battery Types/Cells Weight Dimension 3 DC 10.5 – 18.0V Blue Backlight LCD Four Buttons 0.1 – 5.0A 0.1 – 1.0A Max. 50W Max. 5W Max. 250mA ±0.
Key Features Optimized Operating Software When charging or discharging, TB6B has an ‘AUTO’ function that sets the feeding current or the cell count of the battery automatically. Especially for Li-ion/Li-Polymer batteries, it can prevent the over-charging which can lead to an explosion if improperly used. Every program in the unit is controlled with mutual links and communication for possible errors so it introduces maximum safety which can be set by the user.
Battery ‘Fast’ and ‘Storage’ mode Li-Ion/Li-Polymer batteries can be charged for special purposes. ‘Fast’ charge reduces the charging time of the battery and ‘Storage’ mode controls the final voltage of the battery, suitable for long term storage. Data Store/Load For your convenience, the device can store data for up to 5 different types of batteries. You can set the data to charge or discharge continually.
Operating Instructions Main Menu When charger TB6B first powers up, the LCD screen will display the name of the charger for 2 seconds. To select the desired program, press the “Mode/Esc” button, and cycle through the options.
Initial Parameter Setup Once the desired program is selected, hit the “Enter/Start” button to enter the submenu. Once in the submenu, you can then hit “Enter/Start” to make the parameter numbers blink, and cycle through the options using the left (Dec.) and right (Inc.) “Status” keys. ***Please be sure to select the correct type of Lithium battery (refer to table A on Page 11).
NiMH/NiCd Sensitivity Delta Peak shows the trigger voltage for automatic charge termination of NiMH and NiCd batteries. D. Peak default setting is 12mV for NiCd and 7mV for NiMH. Please refer to the battery’s technical specifications for the ideal value. USB/Temp Select For the optional thermometer attachment, this setting lets you change the temperature cut off.
Waste Time The cooling period between cycle charging and discharging. Set more than 10 minutes to allow your battery time to cool-down between cycles. Safety Timer The back up alarm to ensure you don’t overcharge your batteries. You can turn this feature off or extend the timer.
Capacity Cut-Off An additional safety feature to prevent overcharging. Set the max amount the charger can charge before shutting down. Key Beep & Buzzer Key Beep - Enable or Disable sound when pressing the buttons. Buzzer - Enable or Disable alarm. Input Power Low The charger stops charging if the input voltage goes below this value.
Table A Battery Types Li-Po Li-Io Li-Fe NiMH NiCd Pd Standard Voltage (V/cell) 3.70 3.60 3.30 1.20 1.20 2.00 Max. Charge Voltage (V/cell) 4.20 4.10 3.60 1.60 1.60 2.45 1C 1C 1C 1C 1C 0.2C 3.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 0.85 1.75 Maximum Charge Current Min.
Lithium Batteries (Li-Ion/LiPo/LiFe) Please follow the main instructions to select the correct type of battery and parameter value for your desired application. CHARGE – This is for individual batteries and some special battery packs that do not have a balance port or cell count. The left side of the screen shows you the battery and the current you selected. The right side shows the mode and the cell count of the battery selected. BALANCE – This is for 2-6 cell Lithium batteries with a balance port.
Selecting the Correct Cell Count Once the type of battery and cell count is selected, press and hold the “Enter/Start” button for 2 sec. This will take you to a screen to double check the cell count. “R” shows the number or cells found by the charger and “S” shows the number of cells the user selected. If they match, please continue by pressing the “Enter” button. If not, press “Mode” return to the previous screen, double check the battery’s specifications, and repeat the step. Press Mode LiPo 1.
NiMH/NiCd Battery Program Just as in the main screen, use the “Mode” and “Status” buttons to cycle through the options. Charge mode – The default is “AUT” In this mode, the user needs to select the upper limit of the charge current to avoid issues. In “MAN” mode, the device will charge the battery at the current you previously set. To switch between AUT and MAN mode, press the (left arrow) and (right arrow) buttons on the charger simultaneously at the NiMH Charge Current setting screen.
Pb Battery Program Use this program for Pb batteries with voltages between 2 and 20V. Please do not use rapid charging for Pb batteries. Charging a Pb Battery Discharging a Pb Battery The left side of the screen will show the Amp of the battery, while the right side will show the voltage of the battery. After verifying that the voltage on the screen matches the voltage required by your batteries manufacturer, press and hold the “Enter” button for 2 seconds, and the process will start.
Save and Load Data Program The charger can store data for up to 5 batteries. Once set, you can automatically start the process without having to set it up every time. Save Data Press the “Mode” button until Save Data is selected on the screen, then press “Enter” to enter into the submenu. The blinking number shows you which data slot the saved profile will be in. This can be changed by pressing the left and right arrows, and selecting it by pressing “Enter” again.
Warning and Error Messages REVERSE POLARITY CONNECTION BREAK SHORT ERR INPUT VOL ERR VOL SELECT ERR BREAK DOWN BATTERY CHECK LOW VOLTAGE BATTERY CHECK HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY VOLTAGE CELL LOW VOL BATTERY VOLTAGE CELL HIGH VOL BATTERY VOL ERR CELL CONNECT TEMP OVER ERR CONTROL FAILURE 17 The output cable is connected to a battery with incorrect polarity.
Safety Message Prolong the life of the charger and keep it working properly, by following these safety tips. • • • • • • • • • • When the charger is running, please keep the device uncovered and in a well-ventilated area so it does not get too warm. This is especially true if you’re discharging a battery. Do not store or use in an environment colder than 41°F (5°C) or hotter than 122°F (50°C). Do not store or use in a wet or corrosive environment.
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