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By Josef Hüttner
#137468
Hello,

I am looking for a battery charger for my new 3pi.
I was thinking about this one (please click on "details"):
http://www.conrad.com/100-240-V-/-Ac-Fa ... 162/md5%7D

The charging current can be set to 0.5 or 1A (no values in-between).
It uses delta-peak disconnection.

I think both current settings should work with my NiMhm AAA batteries (900mAh), right?
Can the electrical connections (i.e. copper lines) on the 3pi PCB also handle a current of 1A?
What maximum charge current would you recommend?

Is it possible to use and program the 3pi while the charger is connected and charging?

Thanks!

Best regards,
Josef