When purchasing an AEG it is crucial to know how to properly charge your battery because without power your AEG won't do you much good on the field. Giving your battery a full charge will give you the best performance and allow you to play longer before having to recharge the battery again. However, overcharging the battery can damage or even ruin the battery completely. This is why it is important to know how long to charge the battery for.
Many AEGs include a NiCd or NiMH battery and a standard wall charger. The battery has two properties; the mAh rating and the output voltage. The mAh rating is the total amount of charge a battery can hold. A higher number means that it can be used longer before running out of juice. The voltage of the battery is how much power the battery can put out. A higher number will provide more power, giving the AEG a higher rate of fire.
To determine the charging time, divide the mAh rating of the battery by the mAh output of the charger. The quotient will be the number of hours to charge the battery for. For example, a 1200 mAh battery should be charged for 4.8 hours using a 250 mAh output charger. Keep in mind that this is for a battery that does not have any charge to start with. You should always fully drain your battery before putting it back in the charger to ensure that you do not overcharge it.
If this seems like a lot of work don't worry, there is an easier way. You can use a smart charger to charge your batteries faster and avoid having to keep track of the charging time. The smart charger automatically shuts off when the battery has a full charge. If you want to get the most value out of your batteries, we highly recommend that you get a smart charger.
High quality airsoft batteries:
9.6v 1600 mAh Nunchuck Battery
8.4V 1600 mAh NiMh Stick Type Battery
9.6V 2000mAh Butterfly Battery, Small Connector
