Tenergy TB6B Review and Demo

[@MartinFluteCompany]

I already bought one of these and didn't know how to use it until I watched this video, thanks a million. I have no idea why it didn't come with a wall charger in the first place. I just ordered the wall charger and the buzzer thing.

[@TheRCAddict]

+Wobble Copter Cool! So glad it helped :P Most of them don't which is why I made sure mine did.

[@danielcouch1637]

The last set of numbers that it shows is the miliamps that you are putting into the battery in allotted amount of time.

[@MyZ31300ZX]

Thank you. I was just watching this video, hoping for this answer.

[@camarokidd75]

Great video! Something you may want to add is how to switch between LiPo, LiFe, and Lilo battery settings.

[@iralennon7233]

I dont mean to be offtopic but does anyone know of a tool to log back into an instagram account?? I was stupid lost my password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!

[@huxleyalec3731]

@Ira Lennon Instablaster ;)

[@MartinFluteCompany]

What is the alligator clip plug in for...12 volt battery??? used for field charging???

[@TheRCAddict]

+Wobble Copter Yeah, such as charging from a car battery. Very common.

[@MartinFluteCompany]

+The RCAddict That's great, I have a deep cycle marine type battery. I can put it on the bottom shelf of my dolly that carries the gear to location and will be able to keep those batteries up and going, very cool.

[@tonetone111222]

Where’s the link to the power supply

[@ExcelCannabisLimited]

Can you only charge 1 battery at a time with this charger?

[@thedavinator37]

Why do you have to discharge and how do you? Also what does storage mode do?

[@bltefft]

Discharge if you want to retire the battery. Storage is for when you don't plan to use it for a few days.

[@sinuemedina2550]

I got some old batteries, I haven't really used them but I noticed that they don't last that much. Can I save them.using this charger?

[@TheRCAddict]

When batteries are old and worn there isn't really anything you can do. They will still work just won't be very strong.

[@nsvaluto48328]

I have a genace 3s 11.1v 5000 mah what might the best setting for that thanks

[@ErvinLiao]

how do you charge with a xt60 connector?

[@TheRCAddict]

Plug it in?

[@ErvinLiao]

it's that there is no xt60 plug on the group of wires given.

[@TheRCAddict]

You have to buy a cable with one on it, or solder on your own to an existing cable.

[@darrenstettner5381]

Seriously!!! What fking b.s.!!!! 8 connectors and none of them are the connector that 99% of the batteries actually use? I'd say that's retarded but I'm sure they did it deliberately.

[@jeremiahmullikin]

You can plug an EC3 into an XT60.

[@littleraptor9898]

iam seriously a newbie to batteries and chargers. when iam charging the lipo, do i need to plug in only the balance port, or both the balance port and the power port of the battery?

[@TheRCAddict]

Plug both of them in always.

[@littleraptor9898]

@@TheRCAddict thx for response also i live in europe. the outlets in here are different. you can check them in google images if you want. the thing is i dont know gow to connect the charger.

[@JohnClulow]

Nice review and video. I found it to be very helpful as the menu and instructions are not as straightforward as perhaps they could be. The numbers in the lower right corner are milliamp-hours. So, for example, if you discharge a cell a a constant amperage, say 0.5 amps, when the process has completed, if you multiply the discharge current (0.5 for instance) times the time in minutes / 60 to convert it to hours, the result will be equal to that number in the lower right - mAH, a measure of energy that was stored in the cell. If you now charge that cell, the system monitors the changing current and stores incremental values for mAh as the cell is charging. If it was fully charged before discharge, they you will see that after the charge cycle is completed, the number in the lower right is approximately equal to the discharge mAh. A very useful capability in assessing the health of cells, I think, and definitely in assessing their quality as I've had some 18650's that say 4700 mAh on them bit only test at 268; quite a difference ! :D

[@TheRCAddict]

Haha yep. This is a very old video ;)

[@Bennysnamehere]

Any idea why my tenergy wont BEEP when m 7200mah battery hits 4.2v per cell? after about 1.5 hours it still wont beep to show the charge is complete. any ideas/ help?

[@TheRCAddict]

Does it just continue at very low current?

[@tablesawer]

where do you get the temperature probe for this unit?

[@TheRCAddict]

I have never seen one.

[@ryanrudolph2857]

what would the settings need to be for an 11.1 lipo 1000 mah 20c

[@t2nate137]

Ryan Rudolph just put it to 3cell and put it to 1amp charging rate for a fast charge

[@Dod01]

Hmmm panicking a bit now,all this talk of battery storage etc lol. Should I be using a charger/balancer on my 3.7v (Hubsan x4 type) batteries? How long does it take before you start damaging your batteries by not storing them? Thx Dod.

[@TheRCAddict]

On a 1S battery, there is no such thing as balancing, as there is only one cell to being with. As for storage, 1S low capacity batteries have very very few Watt hours to being with, so even if they are left dead or full, VERY unlikely anything will happen even if they puff. I still storage every battery I have after i am done using it though. I would say a few days is ok before you really should, although I never let anything go overnight. Also most toy quads LVC is built in early, at like 3.8 or 3.6 volts, so once the load is stopped, it comes back up to around 3.8, so it is already storaged :) I think they did this as people buying the toys ones will not know, and this keeps it safer. Hope this helps :P

[@Dod01]

Thx man appreciate the reply,yeah helps a lot 👍. Thinking of ordering one of thoughts little voltage alarms to put them into storage. Thx Dod.

[@TheRCAddict]

Dod Lug No problem man :) If you are looking for one to just check batteries, maybe look at the HobbyKing Cell Meter 6. It is similar to the little square ones, but larger. It has nicer features, with double the voltage settings. Also tells you other things about the cells. Biggest reason I am telling you this one, is it does not beep right away when plugged in (unless cells are lower than your set value), unlike the square ones which get super anooying the check batteries with.

[@Dod01]

Thx man I'll go have a look 👍

[@kywon_m_vlogs1742]

How do you know if battery(s) are done charging

[@TheRCAddict]

It will beep and display a prompt

[@rogerb9400]

When it blows up.

[@rustyquad513]

thanks for informative video! Just got my TB6 yesterday and was just trying to charge 2700mah/7.4v lipobut could only plug in the white balance plug. The other blue EC3 fem plug doesn't fit anything they provide. Am I doing something wrong here , or just need to find some wire adapters...help lol ...thanks man !!

[@TheRCAddict]

If it doesn't have the proper connector you can but some and solder them on, or (not that I recommend it) just alligator clips to connect the main leads.

[@dart451kad]

Could you tell me how you use the alligator clip attachment? I wanted to use them for some Dewalt 18v drill charging but can't find anything on the octopus to attach it to!?

[@TheRCAddict]

Typically it's meant to power the charger from a car battery. I am not sure if would mess with a drill battery as they are a little more complex.

[@staceyweeden5839]

I bought the power supply from the link, but it doesn't work.....is there something I have to change, like a switch or something?

[@TheRCAddict]

+Stacey Weeden :( No, you just plug the power supply into the wall, and the other end into the charger. So there are no signs of life? Sounds like it might be defective :/

[@staceyweeden5839]

+The RCAddict yea, I plugged it in and the charger won't even turn on. I think it's done lol thanks though

[@TheRCAddict]

Stacey Weeden Bummer. Email them for a new one!!

[@mikecartwrightbeach]

SO embarrassed to ask such a dumb question? But is there ANY possible way to use this charger and charge more than just ONE battery at a time for my Syma X5C-1? I have 10 batteries and I am already old! I am afraid I may die before I get them all charged up if done one at a time, or maybe even forget WHY I charged all of them:-)

[@TheRCAddict]

Yep, parallel charging is what you want, but if done improperly it can be quite dangerous. Make sure to look up articles and instructions before doing so.

[@mafatimadechavez6276]

Hi. Is the power supply not included in the package? If so, can I use any kind of power supply as long as the DC output is 11-18V?? Thanks

[@TheRCAddict]

No, you need to buy one separate. There is a suggested one when you put it in your cart, 12V 5Amps for like $9.

[@bltefft]

I bought mine tonight and a power supply is provided (3/17/19)

[@lawdawg194]

Nice vid! Is this better than Thunder Power brand?

[@TheRCAddict]

+lawdawg194 Thanks! I have no idea about a Thunder Power one, but if it looks exactly the same it is probably just a rebrand (this one is)

[@jorgeparra196]

what settings do i need to use for a 2200 mah 11,1 v 3 cell and 30c?

[@TheRCAddict]

2200mAh is 2.2Ah, so you would put it on balance charge at 2.2A.

[@jorgeparra196]

great, thanks

[@tayzer22]

Great review. I just ordered one. Can't wait to get it!!

[@TheRCAddict]

+Chad Burke Thanks! I really like it for the price. I use it all day everyday and don't know what I would do without it! I have made tons of connectors and adapters to use it with every battery I have, which is a lot!

[@iaxe3107]

+The RCAddict Whats the charge time, say on a 1300mah lipo?

[@TheRCAddict]

axes dnyd Depends entirely on what you set it to. You could charge is at 0.1A and it would take about 10 hours, or you could charge it 5.0A and it would take about 26 minutes. The faster you charge the LiPo, depending on the brand, and quality of it, could hurt it though. I charge mine a 2C by themselves, which on a 1300 is 2.6A, or when charging all three at once (I have a parallel charging board) at 5.0A as it is split into 3 so 1.6A per battery.

[@iaxe3107]

+The RCAddict Yea, i meant like 1.3A or 2.6A as you say by itself.

[@TheRCAddict]

axes dnyd Well, it is really all math. If it is a 1300mAh pack, or 1.3A pack, and you charge at 1.3A, it should take 1 hour. Charge it at 2.6A and it will take half an hour (about, depending on how far drained) or charging at .7A should take about 2hours. It is recommened for best battery life and health to always balance charge, and charge at 1C, which on a 1.3A pack, is 1.3A, very simple :)

[@jetdesigns1502]

Hey... got this charger in.... and have a question.... I have the hubson 3.7v 500mah batteries....(2) I set up the charger for standard charge... for .5Mah and 3.7v... but it keep telling me its overcharged. I try the discharge setting and still beeps and shows overcharged... but when I put it in the attop YD-829, it flys for about 30 seconds and acts out of charge.... both batteries do the same... was wondering if there was a specific setting for these batteries.... thanks

[@TheRCAddict]

+JET Designs Are you on LiPo, charge, .5amp 1S?

[@jetdesigns1502]

+The RCAddict Yes thats whats showing up on the screen....

[@jetdesigns1502]

+The RCAddict forgot to mention... the original battery 3.7v - 300Mah charges fine.... weird

[@TheRCAddict]

JET Designs Could you send a video, from when you turn it on to when it says over chagred?

[@jetdesigns1502]

+The RCAddict vids are large so if you click on the link, they will come to your computer..... the original battery for the sky dreamer (3.7v - 300Mah) and the JJRC H8 (3.7v - 150Mah) both charge fine, its just the new ones I got from gearbest... Thanks JT www.dropbox.com/s/0awg5qe5unmpa5f/FHD0008.MOV?dl=0 www.dropbox.com/s/fdf4ekvmf0360n9/FHD0009.MOV?dl=0

[@zay._9068]

Awesome vid!! Just one question, I'm using 2s lipos so should I use lipo balance or lipo charge?? Thanks

[@TheRCAddict]

+zaycheous vaughn I always use, and advise LiPo balance for anything over 1s (as there is no need and you can't balance just one cell)

[@m.s.aviation7065]

@@TheRCAddict the numbers on the bottom right are mille-amps

[@DutchRC]

Good review mate! I allways wonder if anybody ever uses the load/save settings thing :) (I have Never...) Ohw.. funny thing: I once wanted to charge a transmitter on 0.5A.. and hmm accidentally set it to 5A :P The charge port on the transmitter actually melted :P

[@TheRCAddict]

DutchRC ADVENTURES Thanks! So glad you liked it :D I used on save setting but it actually seems harder as t saves the last cell/amp input from the last charge per section like charge balance and so forth. Kind of has a built in save. Ouch, I haven't charged anything at 5A but my one friends hexacopter uses 2 3s 5000mAh batteries so I charged them for him as his was only a 1A charger but was weary to charge them a 5A just because it was the max. I ended up going with 2.5A

[@DutchRC]

The RCAddict Is 5A the max? Ohww of the charger you meen.. Yeah.. It never really is a good plan to use things at their max :) I actually charged a lipo at 10A the other day cause I was in a hurry.. But yeah.. in most cases I charge quite slow...

[@TheRCAddict]

DutchRC ADVENTURES The battery didnt list it. The charger goes from .1A to 5A. Wow, 10A is pretty high, what was the size of the battery?

[@DutchRC]

The RCAddict That was a High C 5000mah 3S lipo :) It can uactually be charged at 20A...

[@TheRCAddict]

DutchRC ADVENTURES OK, I wonder what the charge rate is for these little rtf batteries? I usually do .2 above their capacity.

[@Smodlee]

What size are the male banana plugs

[@TheRCAddict]

Not sure, but it's standard for all of these chargers .

[@BB-qj9qg]

Very helpful. Good job on the video.

[@jamestowne1481]

Hey man quick question how long does it take you to charge your ominus ? Def thinking about getting this charger !

[@TheRCAddict]

James Towne It depends on how fast you charge your batteries. The general rule is say it is a 1200mAh pack you charge at 1.2A or a 400mAhb pack .4A so the Ominus is 700mAh so .7A which will take about an hour as it is "milliamps per hour" You can charge batteries faster, I usually do .9A for my Ominus but the faster you charge/discharge you shorter the overall life span of the batter will be. It is a really nice charger for the price and I think it would be helpful (and nice) to alot of people ":D

[@mikesrccorner]

nice charger... good price similar to the imax b6 i have (mine has blue casing)

[@TheRCAddict]

Mike's RC Corner Yeah, it is great! They are the exact same thing I think

[@edthecarpenter]

If your charging a 350mAh battery, at the end of the charge, the bottom right number on the display should be around 350. At least that's how it is on my Hitec X4 charger. That way you can tell if they are lying about the mAh of the battery. But I could be wrong :)

[@TheRCAddict]

edthecarpenter OHHHHHH, that makes sense! Thanks! I will cheack that out. Lol I had no idea what it was. :D

[@joshfreund6008]

Those numbers tell you the amount of MaH the charger is putting into the battery and it definately matters

[@TheRCAddict]

Yep, this video is 3 years old haha

[@trevorhermsen8449]

This is just like my onyx 235 lol it's exactly the same just differ design and a little cheaper I think

[@TheRCAddict]

Trev Hermsen Yeah, there are many charger "clones" just like the quads. How much was yours?

[@HusseinCIA]

I dont get it why would you discharge your lipo ? XD

[@TheRCAddict]

Hussein CIA Say you want to put the battery into storage charge which is 3.8V and you charged it but did not have time to fly or whatever it is so you put it on storage and it detects if it is above or below the 3.8V and if it is above it will bring it down by drawing power from the battery into the charger making it into heat which is why it is designed like a big heatsink :D Also cells function better when they have been "broken" in so you can either do the cycle function where it will charge then discharge or you could just be wanting to dispose of it and bringing it down to a lower voltage will mean less time in the water or whatever method you are using to discharge. I dont think it will let you go down to 0V. I don't use that feature often but it can be nice to have :)

[@HusseinCIA]

Oh oké bro thank you for the info :D And a Nice vid like always :)

[@TheRCAddict]

Hussein CIA You are very welcome and thank you so much!

[@yankee196575]

i never understood why the skyrc etc chargers don't come with cables to power the unit itself and cable to charge batteries. it's common sense if you're buying a charger that you'll need these cables even if you have a charger already, you can't use both chargers at the same time with one cable. skyrc companies don't be morons and add the cables for fucks sake. i went with tenergy when i was going to buy skyrc for the one reason that it comes with the cables its supposed to already have.

[@angelmaereloba2432]

How do I know when I'm done charging my lipo

[@TheRCAddict]

It will beep and say done.

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

TENERGY CUSTOMER SERVICE IS TERRIBLE! They assume everyone is a crook or trying to pull something! I contacted them because I got this product as a gift and the screen was bad. They basically said if I don't have an order number too bad! I just wanted to get it fixed or serviced. Nope, No order number were not going to help you!

[@andrewneumann3732]

Tamiya is pronounced like the girls name with an AH on the the end. Tammy-ah.

[@wowmeowooo]

Usual thumb up

[@TheRCAddict]

Chill Thank! It is a nice charger :D

[@juxsa]

is there a way to modify the LiPo setting so that it will charge LiHV batteries to 4.35v?

[@jorgemartinez8373]

What settings do i need for a ni-mh 2100 mah sub c 7.2 v ?

[@TheRCAddict]

NiMh 2 amps

[@jorgemartinez8373]

The RCAddict thank you