Maha Powerex MH-C801D Eight Cell 1-Hr PRO AA/AAA Charger

by Powerex

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 3.5 x 8 inches ; 2.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000E5S648
• Item model number: MH-C801D
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #31 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Accessories > Batteries & Chargers > Battery Chargers
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 7, 2003

Product Description

The MH-C801D features EIGHT independent circuits that charge one to eight AA or AAA batteries in any combination. Recharge in 1 hour regardless of number of batteries in normal mode. In Soft Charging Mode, recharges in two hours. The MH-C801D charger incorporates a large LCD screen displaying the charging status of each battery. The English-language-based display (CHARGE, DONE, CONDITIONING, etc) replaces traditional LED indicators. The MH-C801D provides user with the option to choose between a soft charge and a fast charge mode. The soft charge delivers the highest battery life and allows 100% compatibility with older, lower capacity batteries. The fast charge allows eight batteries to be fully charged to their maximum capacity in around one hour! The Eight Cell charger is embedded with a high-rate battery conditioner that will charge, deep-discharge and recharge batteries automatically for maximum rejuvenation. Maha Energy's team of engineers developed a brand new Eight Cell, 0.001V resolution, microprocessor. This microprocessor will charge batteries to their maximum capacity without overcharging or undercharging. The new precision microprocessor assures maximum battery longevity. The MH-C801D delivers just the right charge every time! The MH-C801D intelligent system will charge batteries anywhere around the world with a heavy duty switching AC Power Supply. This 100-240V, 50/60Hz universal adapter employs a rugged DIN connector for reliable contact. The MH-C801D is perfect for home, office or travel!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

75 of 76 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Serious battery management, March 27, 2009

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Mark Mcalpine "photographer" (Baton Rouge, LA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maha Powerex MH-C801D Eight Cell 1-Hr PRO AA/AAA Charger (Electronics)

Without a doubt, the best thing to happen to my batteries. As a pro photographer, I go through dozens of batteries a month. This charger not only charges my batteries to near original efficiency, it also re-conditions old batteries that were left for dead. Of over 40 old batteries that I had lying around because they could not or would not recharge with the included charger systems, the Maha was able to bring them back to not only useful charge, but in at least one case, better condition than when purchased. With powerex or Eneloops, this thing is indispensible. Other very useful features... the cahrge system allows you to charge a single battery, mixed brands and mixed sizes simultaneously. If you have battery needs for remote controls, camera(s), flashes, etc.... you know how challenging it can be to always have fresh powered batteries WHEN you need them. This is the ticket... top rate ad well built.

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing charger, December 8, 2006

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John Bloch - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maha Powerex MH-C801D Eight Cell 1-Hr PRO AA/AAA Charger (Electronics)

The Maha MH-C801D charger is a nice change after I've ruined so many batteries with those 15 minute chargers. I'm using a combination of ENELOOP AA and Energizer 2500mah AA batteries and I am pleased with the results. The battery conditioning made some of my old batteries usable again, and the eight independent charging circuits mean that all the batteries are fully charged.

38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome, January 29, 2008

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B. Lincoln - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maha Powerex MH-C801D Eight Cell 1-Hr PRO AA/AAA Charger (Electronics)

Best charger out there. Has a soft charge mode (takes about 4-6 hrs) or a normal charge mode (2-4 hrs). Charges both the old NiCd batteries as well as the NiMH. User interface is simple enough. It detects the batteries, does a quick check of how much juice is left in each one of them, and then begins to charge all at the same time. Each independent cell has its own meter and stops charging when done - It doesnt work off a timer like most chargers (it actuallys stops charging when the battery is full).

Update one year later: I dont use the unit all that often, but now the 2 right charging slots no longer show a charging status on the display. I guess the display has gone bad.