ST16s battery external charge lead? Does it exist?

[SkyVidTek]

Since charging the ST16s using the standard USB lead from the factory charger takes forever minus 2 minutes, is there an adapter to use an aftermarket charger?

 

[Steve Carr]

When I am in a hurry I have removed the batt and charged it using a couple of thin metal spade terminals and jumper wires. It works but requires some care. You need to connect the ST to your wifi so the time and date get updated after installing the battery.

There is also this option:

Yuneec ST16S 3-Port Multi Battery Charger (YUNST16S101)-BH-2

 

[Graham]

This works well; copter.eu - The YUNEEC Experts

 

[KellyR]

I read somewhere that because it is a USB cord you can charge it with any USB charger... even your cell phone's quick charger. Can anybody confirm this?

 

[Steve Carr]

I read somewhere that because it is a USB cord you can charge it with any USB charger... even your cell phone's quick charger. Can anybody confirm this?

Absolutely. The difference between charging the battery in the controller and charging it after it's removed is the charging rate. When it's charged in the controller the charge rate is limited to about 1 -1.5 amps. Removing and charging externally allows a higher charging rate.

 

[Mrgs1]

This works well; copter.eu - The YUNEEC Experts

Will they ship to Canada?

 

[Mrgs1]

Absolutely. The difference between charging the battery in the controller and charging it after it's removed is the charging rate. When it's charged in the controller the charge rate is limited to about 1 -1.5 amps. Removing and charging externally allows a higher charging rate.

And loss of time like the ST16 battery?

 

[SkyVidTek]

I just pulled the battery out of my ST16s to look at the connector, then put it back in.... the time was still correct.

 

[Mrgs1]

I just pulled the battery out of my ST16s to look at the connector, then put it back in.... the time was still correct.

There might be a difference if you leave it out for hour to charge?

 

[AH-1G]

When going from one project to another, I plug into my usb car charger. At home I don't use the OEM charger anymore.
Use the phone charger it's faster.

 

[Mrgs1]

When going from one project to another, I plug into my usb car charger. At home I don't use the OEM charger anymore.
Use the phone charger it's faster.

Aren't some using powerbanks?

 

[AH-1G]

I would think so, but not sure?

 

[SkyVidTek]

I have a nice little power bank, for my phone.... will give it a try next time the ST16s gets low.

 

[Mrgs1]

I have a nice little power bank, for my phone.... will give it a try next time the ST16s gets low.

I have a high capacity one, but the trade off is the extra weight!

 

[SkyVidTek]

Mine is an Aukey 20,000mah with 2 outputs: a 5v-1.2amp and a 5v-2.1amp.

 

[NemesisChiken]

This works well; copter.eu - The YUNEEC Experts

Will they ship to Canada?

Very Nice ... how can i get that here in the USA?

 

[SkyVidTek]

Contact them, they may ship to N America, but the cost might be prohibitive....

 

[SkyVidTek]

I am probably going to design this in Solidworks and print one on my 3D printer. Will post a pic when done.

 

[NemesisChiken]

Contact them, they may ship to N America, but the cost might be prohibitive....

i have no idea how to, the site is in German or something

 

[arruntus]

Indeed, it's Germany and I've bought them things, no problem. They make their own developments of some things.