Christie RF80-M Aircraft Battery Charger / Analyzer

The new advanced touch screen Christie RF80-M aircraft battery charger / analyzer is the latest evolution of the popular RF80 series which has been the worldwide industry standard for decades. The RF80-M is the first product of its kind to feature an advanced micro-controller with touch-screen display. The RF80-M can be used with lead acid and nickel cadmium aircraft batteries.

Features of RF80-M

• 7 Inch Touch Screen Display
• Optional ABMS-10X PC Interface
• Up to 80 amps ReFLEX Charge, 65 amps CC/CP Charge and 60 amps Discharge
• Manual Mode
• Program Mode
• Constant Current, Constant Potential and ReFLEX charge modes
• Alarm signals at each end of task
• Programmable Alert
• Proven RF80-K Power Section
• DigiFLEX Analysis
• Enhanced safety Features
• CE tested and certified

The Benefits of the RF80-M

• Intuitive, easy to use, and large bright display of volts, amps and time
• Compatible with ABMS-10X Battery Management System for PC control, individual cell monitoring, temp sensing, data-logging, diagnostics and expanded battery processing capabilities
• Fully compatible with all battery manufacturer's component maintenance manuals
• Allows single or multiple charge/discharge tasks to be run in sequence
• Battery parameters may be stored and custom task sequences saved for automatic processing
• The only charger/analyzer offering all 3 charge modes including ReFLEX for fast charging
• Audible alert notifies operator when task is complete
• User may program an alert as a reminder to check or water battery
• Rock solid, reliable design
• Visual indication of battery processing status
• Built-in limits for charge/discharge current values, times and termination
• Complies with international CE safety standards

Design

• 18.55 inches (47.12 cm) wide
• 11 inches (27.94 cm) high
• 21.5 inches (54.61 cm) deep
• Weight: 145 pounds (65.90 kg)
• Case material: Steel
• Front Panel: Steel w/polyester overlay

Electrical Input

• Input Voltage: 187 to 250 VAC, single phase
• Frequency: 47 to 63 hertz
• Current: 25 amps maximum
• Power Switch: Opens both sides of line

Electrical Output

• Charge ReFLEX: 1-80 amps
• Charge, constant current: 1-65 amps
• Charge, constant potential: 1-65 amps
• Discharge, constant current:1-60 amps

Touch Screen

• 7 inch color-resistive touch screen display
• 800 x 480 resolution

Environmental

• Non-operating: -40F +159F (-40C +71C)
• Operating: -40F +159F (-40C +71C)

Warranty

2 Year Factory Limited Warranty

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What is included with the unit?
The following items are included with brand new units:

• Quick-Connect Output Cable Adapter
• Universal Output Cable Adapter
• Test Lead Set
• TD-711 or TD-650 H Operator's Manual

Is there calibration or CofC included with a new unit?
The new units will come with a CofC and Certificate of Calibration valid for 12 months. A 8130-3 is not included as this is ground support equipment.

What is the difference between the RF80-M and RF80-K?
The new RF80-M replaces the RF80-K model and has the same form, fit and function, but with a 7-inch touch-screen display, advanced micro-controller and expanded functionality. Both the RF80-K and the RF80-M are current production units and both units will be supported from a spares and logistics standpoint indefinitely.

We strongly recommend the RF80-M over the RF80-K because:

• RF80-M is newer
• RF80-M has a 7-inch touch-screen display rather than the analog knobs, switches, and dials used on the RF80-K.
• RF80-M has the same power section as the proven RF80-K.
• RF80-M uses advanced micro-controller where the RF80-K uses older technology components.
• RF80-M is a programmable charger vs. the RF80-K which is a manually controlled.
• RF80-M is upgradable to use with the latest ABMS-10X Battery Management System.
• RF80-M calibration verification can easily be accomplished, much easier and faster than RF80-K calibration verification procedure.

The RF80-M is a better charger if you have a mix of lead acid and ni-cad batteries. The RF80-M has a touchscreen adjustable constant potential voltage set point whereby the RF80-K constant potential voltage set point can only be controlled via internal potentiometer.

*This list is for general reference only and may not be entirely acurate for all aircraft. Please confirm all equipment meets the requirements of your aircraft with the owners/maintenance manuals prior to purchasing or using with your aircraft.