Chargers are inexpensive at Wal Mart and are 2 stage and shut off when
fully charged.

I know this isn't scientific but I wouldn't get all that excited about
batteries. I have been using 12v 7 amp/hr batteries with WalMart
Chargers for 6 years. I take the batteries home after every flight
and charge. The batteries are also inexpensive $20. I have been
getting good results on the batteries for 2 years and replace at that
time. Put a date on the battery. 200 + flying hours per year.

See http://www.automatedoutlet.com/produ...?productid=697

for the batteries 12 v 8 amp hr $20 + shipping, get a couple,
same size as the 12v 7 amp hr.

Richard
www.craggyaero.com



wrote:
Hey there probably hasnt been a Battery thread for a few months so here
goes! A quick search of the group didnt find what I was looking for.
Im gonna be buying a a 12 Volt 8 Ah gel cell for the Cherokee to run
the fancypants electronics I got for christmas. Need a charger. The
place Im getting the battery from has a 12V 500 mAh and 12V 1 mAh
charger for the battery. Both are dual stage. They also have 3 stage
and unregulated. I think i remember conversation that the multiple
stages are better because it gives a fuller charge. whats the various
mAh ratings mean? charging speed? is slower better? Thanks!