The Voltcraft ALC 8500 Expert Battery Charger and an absolute top-notch device in terms of battery charging technology. It provides four charge channels, operating independently of each other, and capable of carrying out entirely different functions simultaneously. The charger's comprehensive range of functions and program sequences are supported by a large, backlit graphic screen, and the unit is easy to operate thanks to the inclusion of a jog dial and a straightforward menu system.
The ALC 8500-2 Expert supports all the most important battery technologies, including Nickel-Cadmium (NC), Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiMH), Lead-Gel, Lead-Acid, Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) and Lithium-Polymer (LiPo).
What's in the Box?
Measuring cable for battery temperature control
Cable set for battery internal resistance measuring
Software for comprehensive battery analysis
USB cable
Power cable
User manual
- Graphical display
- 8 charge and maintenance programmes
- 4 independent load channels can be operated at the same time
- Maximum charging voltage 30V (20 cells NiCd / NiMH and 8 cell LiIon, LiPo, LiFe, and 12 cells Pb) to channels 1 and 2 and 15 V (10 cells NiCd / NiMH and 4 cells LiIon, LiPo, LiFe or 6 cell Pb) on channels 3 and 4
- Accurate battery capacity measurement
- Data retained during mains failure
- USB interface for controlling the ALS 8500
- Display of the cell voltage, charging current, discharging current, charged capacity, discharged capacity
- Future-proof Flash memory allows for firmware updates and upgrades
- Manufacturer's part: Voltcraft ALC 8500 Expert
| Type |
Battery charger |
| Battery Sizes Charged |
Various |
| Chemistries Charged |
Various |
| Nominal Voltage |
30V |
| Output Current |
5A |