SkyRC iMAX B6 Evo 6A/60W Universal Charger (SK-100168)

The SkyRC iMAX B6 Evo is an advanced, evolutional single-channel DC smart balance charger and diagnostic station engineered to deliver highly flexible power management for a comprehensive matrix of hobby, industrial, and consumer battery packs. Building upon the legendary heritage of the classic B6 design, this modernized variant introduces a dual-ended native XT60 layout alongside integrated DC variable power supply functionality. Guided by a high-contrast digital telemetry screen, the unit provides refined multi-chemistry profiles, manual system calibration overrides, and a specialized low-temperature winterization routine for lead-acid cells, establishing a highly precise and portable field-ready tool.

Features

Iconic Topography Evolution: Modernizes the industry-standard B6 architecture by embedding native, high-conductivity XT60 connection sockets directly into both the input and output terminal rails to minimize circuit resistance.

Integrated DC Power Supply Mode: Bypasses standard balancing loops to transform the device into a variable, regulated benchtop power supply, delivering stable user-defined DC voltage and current boundaries to external peripheral gear.

Advanced Lead-Acid "Cold-Charge" Reconditioning: Features an optimized winterization routine specifically designed to safely warm, condition, and efficiently rejuvenate frozen or heavily chilled Lead-Acid (Pb) utility batteries.

Deep User Calibration Protocol: Outfitted with manual software calibration pathways that allow advanced users to fine-tune individual voltage tracking parameters, ensuring exceptional execution precision over time.

Pre-Configured Profile Memory: Supports the storage and rapid recall of up to 10 frequently used independent charging profiles, streamlining bench workflows and eliminating repetitive setting configurations.

Silent Passive Thermal Efficiency: Engineered around an optimized, high-efficiency internal board layout utilizing an all-aluminum casing structure for completely silent, fanless passive convection cooling.

Specifications

Brand: SkyRC

Model Name: iMAX B6 Evo (Universal Smart Balance Charger Matrix)

Product Code Reference: SK-100168

Primary Input Interfaces: Native XT60 DC Core / Standard DC 5.5mm x 2.1mm Socket

Input Operational Voltage Corridor: DC 11.0V – 18.0V Field Input Rails

Concurrent Charging Output Paths: 1 Isolated Channel

Primary Hardware Output Interface: Native XT60 Female Receptor

Maximum Output Charging Power: 60 W

Maximum Internal Discharge Power Capacity: 5 W

Selectable Charging Current Range: 0.1 A – 6.0 A

Selectable Active Discharge Current Range: 0.1 A – 1.0 A

Active Cell Balancing Current Pipeline: 300 mA Per Cell

Telemetry Display Interface: High-Contrast Clear Digital Backlit Screen Module

Thermal Management System: Fanless Passive Convection Cooling

Physical Structural Mass: 230.0 g

Physical Footprint Dimensions: 115 mm × 84 mm × 31 mm

Battery Chemistry Compatibility Matrix

Lithium Chemistry Standard (LiPo / LiFe / LiIon): 1S – 6S Multicell Balanced Series (3.7V – 22.2V Nominal Corridor)

High-Voltage Lithium Standard (LiHV): 1S – 6S Balanced Core

Nickel Chemistry Standard (NiMH / NiCd): 1 – 15 Cell Series Configurations (1.2V – 18.0V Operational Array)

Lead-Acid Utility Chemistries (Pb / Gel): 2.0V – 20.0V Systems

Notes

External Power Supply Mandatory Requirement: This unit is a standalone DC-input charging station and does not integrate an AC wall transformer. To operate the charger on a bench or in the field, you must couple it with an external power source, such as a 60W AC-to-DC desktop power supply brick (yielding 11V–18V with a standard DC 5.5mm/2.1mm barrel connector) or a high-capacity 7V–18V field battery outfitted with an XT60 output.

Balance Lead Mandatory Policy: When charging any multi-cell lithium pack (2S through 6S), you must connect both the primary high-current XT60 lead and the corresponding white JST-XH balance connector board simultaneously. Attempting to charge multi-cell series lines without individual channel balance telemetry bypasses critical safety overrides and can cause severe cell over-voltage, localized battery expansion, or thermal hazards.

Proper Chemistry Selection Target: Always verify that the selected chemistry profile on the digital menu strictly matches the physical battery type connected. Charging a standard 4.20V LiPo pack under the elevated 4.35V LiHV profile will cause immediate cell degradation and poses a severe fire hazard.

Package

1 x SkyRC iMAX B6 Evo 60W DC Universal Smart Balance Charger Core Module

1 x High-Throughput DC Input Cable Adapter with Alligator Clips

1 x High-Conductivity XT60-to-T-Plug (Deans) Output Adapter Cable

1 x Open-Ended Output Cable Adapter (Stripped Bare Leads for Custom Soldering)

1 x Technical User Operational Reference Manual