🔋 The SkyRC S65neo is a compact AC charger and discharger designed for maintaining RC model batteries. With a charging power of 65W and an adjustable current of up to 10A, it supports 2- to 4S LiPo, LiHV, Li-Ion, and LiFe batteries, as well as NiMH, NiCd, and lead-acid batteries. Its built-in AC power supply allows it to be plugged directly into an electrical outlet without an external power source. It offers several charging, discharging, and storage programs to adapt its operation to different battery technologies.
- Type: AC charger and discharger with balancer
- Power supply: AC 100–240V (50/60Hz)
- Input voltage range: 90–264V (47–63Hz)
- Charging power: 65W (±10%)
- Charging current: 0.1 to 10 A
- Discharge power: 10 W (±15%)
- Discharge current: 0.1 to 2 A
- Balancing current: 500 mA maximum per cell
- Compatible batteries: LiPo, LiHV, Li-Ion, LiFe, NiMH, NiCd, and lead-acid (Pb)
- Lithium batteries: 2 to 4S
- NiMH/NiCd batteries: 6 to 8 cells
- Lead-acid batteries: 3 or 6 cells (6 or 12 V)
- DC output: 6 to 17V (±5%)
- DC output current: 0.5 to 9A (±10%)
- Maximum power in DC mode: 65W (±10%)
- Main connector: XT60
- Balance connector: Built-in
- Temperature sensor connection: Yes
- USB-C port: Firmware update
- Interface: ColorX color display
- Available languages: French, English, German, Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese
- Cooling: Temperature- and load-regulated fan
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C
- Dimensions: 84 × 84 × 45.3 mm
- Weight: 200 g
The SkyRC S65neo offers a maximum charging power of 65W, with an adjustable current of up to 10A.
It also features a discharge function capable of up to 2A and 10W, which is particularly useful for battery maintenance.
- Charges compatible batteries at up to 65W.
- Adjustable charging current from 0.1 to 10A.
- Discharge up to 10W and 2A.
- Balancing up to 500 mA per cell.
- Built-in AC power supply; no external power supply unit required.
- Synchronous rectification technology to improve efficiency and reduce thermal losses.
Note: The maximum charge current depends on the battery voltage and the 65W power limit.
The charger features several programs tailored to different battery technologies.
LiPo, LiHV, Li-Ion, and LiFe batteries (2 to 4S):
- Balance Charge: Charging with cell balancing.
- Charge: Standard charging.
- Storage: Sets the battery to storage voltage.
- Discharge: Discharges the battery.
NiMH and NiCd batteries (6 to 8 cells):
- Charge: Charging program.
- Discharge: Discharge program.
- Re-Peak: Repeated charge peak detection function.
- C-D Cycle: Charge-then-discharge cycle.
- D-C Cycle: Discharge followed by charge cycle.
- Adjustable number of cycles: 1 to 3 cycles.
Lead-acid batteries (6 or 12V):
- Normal: Standard charge.
- AGM Charge: Program optimized for AGM batteries.
- Cold Charge: Cold charge program.
- Discharge: Battery discharge.
The SkyRC S65neo features a Battery Meter function that lets you view various details about the status of your batteries.
- Measurement of total battery voltage.
- Displays the individual cell voltages.
- Measures the internal resistance of the cells.
- Cell monitoring via the balancing port.
- Use of the balancing port during discharge operations.
These functions allow you to monitor the main electrical parameters of the batteries before or after use.
In addition to its charging and discharging functions, the S65neo can operate as an adjustable DC power supply for various model-making equipment.
- Output voltage: 6 to 17V
- Output current: 0.5 to 9 A
- Maximum power: 65 W
This function can be used, in particular, to power compatible accessories such as:
- Pit lights
- Heated tire covers
- Tire stands
Warning: DC power mode cannot be used to charger batteries. Equipment with a high capacitive load, such as chargers and power supplies, must not be connected to this output.
- 1 SkyRC S65neo 65W AC charger
- 1 AC power cable
- 1 user manual
- Batteries compatible with the supported technologies and number of cells.
- Appropriate charging cables or adapters, if your batteries do not have an XT60 connector.
- A compatible temperature probe, if you wish to use this optional feature.
Important: Always check the technology, number of cells, and recommended charging current specified by your battery manufacturer before starting a program.
The SkyRC S65neo AC 65W is designed for RC model enthusiasts looking for a compact and versatile charger to charge, discharge, and maintain their batteries.
Thanks to its compatibility with multiple battery technologies, its storage and cycling programs, and its DC power output function, it’s suitable for users of RC cars, airplanes, boats, and other radio-controlled models.
