Maha PowerEx MH-C401FS4AA27 - Battery charger - battery - rechargeable - AA x 4 - 2700 mAh

Maha PowerEx MH-C401FS4AA27 - Battery charger - battery - rechargeable - AA x 4 - 2700 mAh
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Maha PowerEx MH-C401FS4AA27 - Battery charger - battery - rechargeable - AA x 4 - 2700 mAh
List Price: $61.95
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Manufacturer: Maha Energy
Model: MH-C401FS4AA27
Product features:
  • Charge AA / AAA NiMH or NiCD batteries in 100 Minutes Accurately and Coolly
  • Unique FLEX negative pulse charging algorithm allow the battery to accept a more complete charge The new FLEX negative pulse algorithm also significantly enhances battery life.
  • Manually Switch between 100 minute fast charge and 5 hour gentle charge The MH-C401FS is the first charger on the market to offer the choice between a 100-minute rapid charge and a slower, gentler 5-hour charge
  • Four Independent Charging Circuits
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

Digital camera reviews of Maha PowerEx MH-C401FS4AA27 - Battery charger - battery - rechargeable - AA x 4 - 2700 mAh

Digital camera Review: "100-minute" charger not what it used to be
Summary: 3 Stars

The MAHA MH-C401FS is marketed as a "100-minute battery charger". But when you use it to charge up the 2700mAh batteries that came with this charger, you'll most likely have to wait for around 160 minutes. So who lied?

The fact is, C401FS charges AA cells at a fixed current of 1000mA (in Fast mode). Several years ago when this charger was first introduced, the average capacity of an AA NiMH cell was much lower. Perhaps back then, it took about 1.6 hours (or 100 minutes) to fully recharge a 1600mAh cell. But today's AA NiMH cells have much higher capacities. So to charge up a 2700mAh cell, it now takes about 2.7 hours (or 160 minutes) to finish the job.

Aside from the misleading marketing claim, the C401FS is actually a decent charger. It is a 'Smart' charger that charges each cell individually, and stops when each cell is full. It also allows you to select between Fast (1000mA) and Slow (300mA) charging. Unless you are in a hurry, choose the slow mode since it is better for the cells. Just remember that it takes about 9 hours to fully recharge a 2700mAh cell in slow mode.

Unfortunately, the C401FS is also way over-priced for a simple charger in today's market. For about the same cost, you may want to consider an advanced battery charger/analyzer, such as the La Crosse BC-900 or BC700 instead.

Summary of Maha PowerEx MH-C401FS4AA27 - Battery charger - battery - rechargeable - AA x 4 - 2700 mAh

Unlike other fast chargers, the PowerEX MH-401FS allow you to recharge AA & AAA NiMH or NiCD batteries accurately and coolly, in around 100 minutes (AAA charges in around 1 hour).This charger comes with four AA 2700mAh batteries, AC adapter, car DC adapter, batteries carrying case, and user manual.

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