iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger
iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger
The iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger is a high-performance charging device designed for Lithium-Polymer (LiPo) batteries, commonly used in radio-controlled models, drones, and other electronic devices. This advanced charger offers a range of features and functionalities that make it an ideal choice for users seeking efficient, safe, and convenient charging solutions.
The iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger is capable of charging a wide range of LiPo batteries, from small capacity to large capacity, with precision and accuracy. Its advanced circuitry and microprocessor-controlled system ensure fast, reliable, and safe charging operations. The charger's primary function is to recharge LiPo batteries to their maximum capacity while monitoring and controlling key parameters such as voltage, current, and temperature.
11-18V
3.8-22.2V
6A
2A
LiPo, LiFe, LiHV, NiMH, Pb
Up to 5 cycles
135 x 90 x 40mm
340g
| The iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger is suitable for a wide range of applications, including |
Radio-controlled models (cars, planes, boats)
Drones and quadcopters
Electric vehicles and motorcycles
Power tools and equipment
Renewable energy systems
Research and development projects
The iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger is a feature-rich, high-performance charging solution designed to cater to the needs of professionals and hobbyists alike. Its advanced functionality, safety features, and compact design make it an ideal choice for anyone seeking a reliable and efficient LiPo battery charger.
iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger DocumentationOverviewThe iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger is a versatile and efficient charger designed for LiPo and LiFe batteries. It features a compact design, high accuracy, and multiple charging modes, making it an ideal choice for various IoT applications.Technical SpecificationsInput voltage: 11-18V DC
Output voltage: 3.8-22.2V DC
Charging current: 0.1-6.0A
Discharge current: 0.1-1.0A
LiPo/LiFe battery cell count: 1-6 series
Dimensions: 105 x 65 x 30mm
Weight: 140gProgramming and ControlThe iMax B6 charger can be controlled and programmed using a serial communication protocol. The charger has a built-in microcontroller that can be accessed through a serial interface, allowing users to customize charging profiles, monitor charging status, and update firmware.Serial Communication ProtocolThe iMax B6 charger uses a proprietary serial communication protocol to communicate with external devices. The protocol consists of a series of commands and responses that can be used to control and monitor the charger.Baud rate: 9600bps
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1Commands`SET_CHARGEMODE <mode>`: Set the charging mode (e.g., `SET_CHARGEMODE LiPo`)
`SET_CHARGECURRENT <current>`: Set the charging current (e.g., `SET_CHARGECURRENT 1.0A`)
`GET_CHARGESTATUS`: Get the charging status (e.g., `GET_CHARGESTATUS` returns `CHARGING` or `CHARGED`)
`GET_BATTERYVOLTAGE`: Get the battery voltage (e.g., `GET_BATTERYVOLTAGE` returns `12.45V`)Example Code 1: Basic Charging Control using ArduinoThis example demonstrates how to control the iMax B6 charger using an Arduino board to charge a LiPo battery.
```c
#include <SoftwareSerial.h>SoftwareSerial chargerSerial(2, 3); // RX, TXvoid setup() {
chargerSerial.begin(9600);
chargerSerial.println("SET_CHARGEMODE LiPo");
chargerSerial.println("SET_CHARGECURRENT 1.0A");
}void loop() {
chargerSerial.println("GET_CHARGESTATUS");
String status = chargerSerial.readStringUntil('
');
if (status == "CHARGING") {
Serial.println("Battery is charging...");
} else if (status == "CHARGED") {
Serial.println("Battery is fully charged!");
}
delay(1000);
}
```
Example Code 2: Advanced Charging Profile using PythonThis example demonstrates how to use the iMax B6 charger's advanced features, such as custom charging profiles, using a Python script.
```python
import serialser = serial.Serial('COM3', 9600, timeout=1) # Replace with your serial port# Set custom charging profile for a 3S LiPo battery
ser.write(b'SET_CHARGEMODE 3SLiPo
')
ser.write(b'SET_CHARGECURRENT 2.0A
')
ser.write(b'SET_CHARGEVOLTAGE 12.6V
')while True:
ser.write(b'GET_BATTERYVOLTAGE
')
voltage = ser.readline().decode().strip()
print(f'Battery voltage: {voltage}')
time.sleep(1)
```
Example Code 3: Monitoring Charging Status using ESP32This example demonstrates how to use the iMax B6 charger with an ESP32 board to monitor the charging status and display it on an LCD screen.
```c
#include <WiFi.h>
#include <LiquidCrystal.h>LiquidCrystal_I2C lcd(0x27, 16, 2);void setup() {
Serial.begin(9600);
lcd.begin();
lcd.setCursor(0, 0);
lcd.print("Charging Status:");
}void loop() {
Serial.println("GET_CHARGESTATUS");
String status = Serial.readStringUntil('
');
lcd.setCursor(0, 1);
if (status == "CHARGING") {
lcd.print("Charging...");
} else if (status == "CHARGED") {
lcd.print("Fully Charged!");
} else {
lcd.print("Error");
}
delay(1000);
}
```
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the iMax B6 Digital LiPo Battery Charger and its ability to be integrated into various IoT applications.