Overnight Nimh Family Battery Charger

Overnight Nimh Family Battery Charger
by Energizer Batteries

Overnight Nimh Family Battery Charger
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Manufacturer: Energizer Batteries
Brand: Energizer
Format: CD
Published: 2010-09-15
Model: CHFCV
Product features:
  • Charges multiple combinations of AA, AAA, C, D and 9V NiMH batteries
  • Automatically detects type of battery to be charged
  • Charge status indicator

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Digital camera Review: Avoid this timer-based dumb charger
Summary: 2 Stars

The Energizer Overnight Family Battery Charger (CHFCV) looks very similar to the Rayovac Universal Battery Charger (PS3). Both are capable of charging AAA, AA, C, D-cells and 9V batteries. They are physically about the same size, and even cost about the same. So one would expect the charger with a more famous brand (Energizer) to have a better design, right? WRONG!

The biggest problem with the Energizer CHFCV is that it is a timer-based dumb charger. That means this charger does not detect whether your batteries are empty or fully. It simply charges them at a fixed current (200mA) for a fixed time (16.5 hours) and then turns off. If all you ever need is to recharge AA cells with capacity 2500-2700mAh, then this is not too bad (because 200mA*16.5h = 3300mAh). However, this charger treats all different battery sizes (AA/AAA/C/D) the same way. So if you are charging a pair of 800mAh AAA cells, you better remember to remove them after 4-5 hours, otherwise they will be over-charged by 300%! On the other hand, if you try to use this charger with larger capacity cells (such as a pair of 10,000mAh D-cells), the timer will expire long before the cells are fully charged.

Another problem with this dumb charger is: it can only recharge identical cells in pairs. This is very inconvenient if you have appliances that require odd number (1 or 3) of cells. Now you are left with an empty cell that you cannot recharge. If you try to pair up an empty cell with a full cell in this charger, the latter one will be badly over-charged.

In comparison, the Rayovac PS3 is vastly superior in every aspect. It is a smart charger with 4 independently monitored channels. Charging stops as soon as each cell is full, so there is no danger of over-charging. It is more versatile in that it can detect different battery chemistry (NiCd, NiMH, or alkaline) and adopts different charging methods. It also recharges faster because it uses higher current (up to 480mA).

Energizer also makes a newer version called Energizer Family Charger (CHFC) for slightly higher price. It is a big improvement over this overnight charger (CHFCV). However, I still prefer the Rayovac PS3 because it has the added capability to recharge ordinary alkaline cells.

Summary of Overnight Nimh Family Battery Charger

Energizer value Universal Charger charges up to 4 batteries at once. Works with AA/AAA/C/D/9Volt sizes

Energizer Recharge Batteries

Energizer Recharge batteries and Energizer battery chargers offer an impactful solution to power-demanding devices. Energizer Recharge batteries can be recharged hundreds of times saving you time and money when powering high-draining devices. Ideal for high-draining devices like cameras and gaming accessories, these batteries also deliver everyday power needs for toys.

Energizer Recharge

Can be recharged hundreds of times: affordable power solution

AA batteries come pre-charged: saves time as they are ready to use right out of the package

Holds charge for up to 12 months: reliable

Energizer Recharge Batteries work with all Energizer Chargers: offers versatility and compatibility

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Basic Charger
Basic Charger
Basic Charger:
  • Compact design
  • Fold-out plug
  • Charges up to 4 AA or AAA batteries at one time

Compatible Cell Sizes:

AAAAA
Value Charger
Value Charger
Value Charger:
  • Compact design
  • Fold-out plug
  • Convenient indicator lights showing charge status
  • Charges up to 4 AA or AAA batteries at one time

Compatible Cell Sizes:

AAAAA
Smart Charger
Smart Charger
Smart Charger:
  • Energy Star Certified
  • Large charge countdown timer
  • Convenient indicator lights showing charge status
  • Bad Battery Alert detects non-rechargeable batteries when inserted and safely shuts down charger
  • Charges up to 4 AA or AAA batteries at one time

Compatible Cell Sizes:

AAAAA
Rapid Charger
Rapid Charger
Rapid Charger:
  • Energy Star Certified
  • Includes car adapter in addition to wall adapter for on-the-go charging
  • Convenient indicator lights showing charge status
  • Charges up to 4 AA or AAA batteries at one time

Compatible Cell Sizes:

AAAAA
Universal Charger
Universal Charger
Universal Charger:
  • Energy Star Certified
  • LCD screen shows charging status of all batteries inside
  • Charging only begins once case is closed for added safety
  • Charges up to 8 AA, 8 AAA, 4 C, 4 D or 2 9V batteries at one time

Compatible Cell Sizes:

AAAAACD9V

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