Cadex BatteryStore C5100B User manual

Cadex C5100B
Battery Tester
User Guide

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contact Cadex Electronics Inc. ([e-mail]) for suggestions or corrections.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that the information contained in this manual and
Online Help is accurate and up-to-date, Cadex Electronics Inc. does not warrant or
guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this manual and Online Help. Further, Cadex
makes no warranties, either expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for
a particular purpose of the C5100 Firmware Utility Software or the Cadex C5100B
Battery Tester and/or its documentation.
In no event will Cadex or its officers or employees be responsible for any consequential,
incidental, or indirect damages (including damages for loss or business profits, business
interruption, and the like) arising out of the use or inability to use the Cadex C5100
Firmware Utility Software or the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester and/or its
documentation.
Warranty & Service
Cadex Electronics Inc. warrants the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester unit against
defective materials and workmanship for two (2) years. Warranty starts from the original
date of shipment.
The warranty does not cover:
Damage caused by abusive operation, negligence, accident, or improper
installation.
Damage caused by an attempted repair not authorized by Cadex.
Cosmetic damage caused by normal wear and tear.
Damage from external causes such as leakage spills, power fluctuations, or
failure, inadequate packaging.

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If the product is without the appropriate model number, serial number, or safety
markings.
If the product is used for rental purposes.
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Cadex
Electronics Inc.
To obtain service, contact serv[email protected] or (Canada) 1-604-231-7777,
(USA Toll Free) 800-565-5228, or (Europe) [phone].
To ensure that you have the most up to date information regarding use of its products,
Cadex recommends that you visit www.cadex.com/support/technical for the all revisions
to the User Manual.
Document Number: PSMAN0070 Rev 9
September 2016

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Table of Contents
Section 1: General Precautions and Information.........................................................................5
Safety Notice ...........................................................................................................................5
Use of Equipment ....................................................................................................................5
Modification of Equipment......................................................................................................5
ROHS Compliance ..................................................................................................................6
Explosion Hazard.....................................................................................................................6
Charging and Discharging Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Batteries......................................................6
Shock Hazard...........................................................................................................................8
Warranty & Service.................................................................................................................8
Radio Interference .................................................................................................................10
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in the European Union...10
Section 2: Introduction ..............................................................................................................11
The Cadex C5100B Battery Tester Package .........................................................................11
Cadex C5100B Battery Tester Features ................................................................................12
Section 3: Battery Testing .........................................................................................................14
Available Programs ...............................................................................................................14
Voltage Look-up Table..........................................................................................................15
Boost a Li-ion Battery ...........................................................................................................15
Test a Li-ion Battery..............................................................................................................16
Charge a Li-ion Battery .........................................................................................................17
Cycle a Li-ion Battery ...........................................................................................................17
Select Target Capacity...........................................................................................................18
Select Print Mode ..................................................................................................................18
Possible Fault Messages ........................................................................................................19
Section 4: Maintenance and Spare Components .......................................................................20
Clean the Battery Adapter or RigidArm Contacts.................................................................20
Clean the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester...............................................................................20
Spare Components.................................................................................................................21
Section 5: Specifications............................................................................................................22

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Section 1: General Precautions
and Information
Safety Notice
Read, understand and follow all instructions in this user
guide before using the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester unit.
Refer to the battery manufacturer MSDS (Material Safety
Data Sheet) for specific handling and safety information.
Always inspect a battery for physical damage before
testing the battery.
Install the equipment near a socket-outlet where it is easily
accessible.
Use of Equipment
The Cadex C5100B Battery Tester is designed with adequate
safeguards to protect users from shock and other hazards when
used as specified within this document. However, if the
equipment is used in a manner not specified by this
documentation, the protection provided by this equipment may
be impaired. Please read this document and equipment labeling
before using the equipment.
Modification of Equipment
CE, FCC, CSA, UL, and other approvals apply only to the Cadex
C5100B Battery Tester in the factory-authorized configuration.
Changes or modification to the equipment not expressly approved
by Cadex will void the approvals.

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ROHS Compliance
The C5100B Battery Tester complies with the European Union’s
Directive 2002/95/EC, Restrictions of Hazardous Substances
(RoHS).
Explosion Hazard
Batteries can burst if treated improperly. Follow these
precautions at all times:
Clean battery contacts before servicing. To clean battery
contacts, use a lint-free cotton swab dipped in 100%
isopropyl alcohol.
Ensure the battery is making a good connection with the
adapter contacts.
Ensure that the selected Q-code / C-code is correct for the
chemistry, voltage, and rating of the battery being
serviced.
Observe battery temperature. Service batteries between
5°C (41°F) and 50°C (122° F). Stop service if battery
becomes very hot. The temperatures cited here are the
battery temperatures, not the ambient temperatures. Fast
charging outside this temperature range may damage or
reduce the life of the battery. Allow cold batteries to warm
up and hot batteries to cool before charging.
xDo not attempt to charge non-rechargeable and primary
batteries such as alkaline, carbon-zinc, or non-rechargeable
lithium batteries.
xDo not short the positive and negative battery terminals
together at any time.
xDo not exceed the battery manufacturer’s recommended
charge current and voltage limits for batteries.
xDo not remove the adapter from the analyzer while the
battery is running.
Charging and Discharging Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Batteries
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are safe when used as directed.
Battery safety cannot be assured when a battery pack is built with

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individual cells of an unknown nature with a series and parallel
connection. Not all Li-ion cells are suited for multi-cell packs.
Only cells that meet tight voltage and capacity tolerances can be
used for series and parallel connection. Mismatched packs are
subject to overcharge resulting in venting with flame and fire.
Check with the cell manufacturer to see if the cells are suitable for
multi-cell packs.
In the past, single Li-ion cells were only available to authorized
battery manufacturers. Today, imports are becoming readily
available and often fall into the hands of the inexperienced. While
most brand name cells are equipped with an internal cell
disconnect that permanently opens the current path on high
pressure, some brands do not provide this safeguard. Many
brands don’t use a separator that shuts down the battery when
high temperatures are reached. The internal safety features are
omitted for cost reasons.
Please follow the following guidelines when charging and
discharging lithium-ion cell(s) and packs. Failing to follow
these rules could result in venting with flame, explosions, fire,
and personal injury.
xNever connect cells in parallel and/or series that are not
designed for that purpose. A cell mismatch may overcharge
and vent with flames
xNever charge or discharge the battery without connecting a
working protection circuit. Each cell must be monitored
individually and the current disconnected if an anomaly
occurs.
xNever leave the battery unattended while under charge or
discharge.
Always attach a temperature sensor when charging and
discharging the battery. The temperature sensor must
disconnect the current on excess temperature.
Only connect cells that are matched and have identical state-of-
charge.
Pay special attention when using an unknown brand. Not all
brands contain intrinsic safety features that protect the cell
when stressed.
During experiments, place the test battery into a well-
ventilated fireproof container.

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Shock Hazard
The Cadex C5100B Battery Tester contains high-voltage circuits,
and can pose a shock hazard when the unit is opened. Do not
attempt to open the unit –there are no user-serviceable items
inside.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock hazard, service
batteries only when they are removed and disconnected
from their end-use equipment.
Use the tester only as specified in the documentation.
Other uses may impair the protection provided by the
unit.
Use only a grounded AC outlet to power the tester.
Warranty & Service
Cadex Electronics Inc. warrants the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester
against defective materials and workmanship for a period of two
(2) years from the original purchase date.
The warranty does not cover:
Damage caused by abusive operation, negligence,
accident, or improper installation.
Damage caused by an attempted repair not authorized by
Cadex.
Cosmetic damage caused by normal wear and tear.
Damage from external causes such as leakage spills, power
fluctuations, power failure, or inadequate shipping.
Products received without the appropriate model number,
serial number, or safety markings.
Products used for rental purposes.
Warranty Service
Before sending the unit for service, contact Cadex Technical
Support at (Canada) 1-604-231-7777, (USA Toll Free) 1-800-565-
5228, or (Europe) [phone] or [e-mail] . If
the product requires warranty service, the representative will
provide a Return Authorization form or number and the location
of the nearest service center.

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Ship the product to the service center with freight,
insurance, and customs duties prepaid. The Return
Authorization form must be included to obtain warranty
service.
Ensure that the unit(s) is properly packed before shipping,
preferably in the original Cadex boxes. Damage caused in
transit due to improperly packed items is not covered
under warranty.
Products returned from warranty service are shipped with
freight prepaid by Cadex.
Non-Warranty Repairs
Before sending the unit in for service, contact Cadex Technical
Support at (Canada) 1-604-231-7777, (USA Toll Free) 800-565-5228,
or (Europe) [phone], or [e-mail]. If the
tester is not covered by warranty, the representative will provide
the contact information for the nearest service center. Contact the
service center directly to arrange to send the product in for
service. A Return Authorization form or number will be provided
only if the product is returning to the Cadex Head Office.
Ship the product to the service center with freight,
insurance, and custom duties prepaid.
Ensure that the unit(s) is properly packaged before
shipping.
Note: Cadex Electronics Inc. and Cadex authorized service centers
require a Purchase Order or written authorization to proceed with
repairs.

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Radio Interference
This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause interference with radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class “A” digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part
15 of the FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area may cause interference, in which case the user, at
their expense, is required to take whatever measures needed to
correct the interference.
EN55022 Warning: This is a Class A product according to
EN55022. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user, at their own expense,
may be required to take adequate corrective measures.
The equipment is designed with adequate safeguards to protect
the user from shock and other hazards when used as specified
within this document. If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the documentation, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired. Please read the documentation and
equipment labeling before using the equipment.
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) in the European Union
This symbol on the product and package indicates that this
product must not be disposed with unsorted municipal waste.
Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of WEEE by handing it
over to a designated collection point for the disposal. The separate
collection and recycling of waste equipment will help conserve
natural resources and ensure that it is disposed in a manner that
protects human health and the environment. For more
information about where you can drop off your waste equipment
for disposal, please contact your local municipal office, waste
disposal service or where you purchased the product.

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Section 2: Introduction
The Cadex C5100B Battery Tester is a tester and charger for Li-ion
or Li-polymer type batteries. The C5100B uses a proprietary
algorithm known as QuickSort™to determine the current State of
Health (SoH) of the battery.
The Cadex C5100B Battery Tester Package
The Cadex C5100B Battery Tester package contains the following
items:
Cadex C5100B Battery Tester unit.
Universal/Configurable Battery Adapter.
Country-specific AC power cord.
C5100B/BatteryStore Quick Start Guide
BatteryStore Installation Guide
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Use only grounded AC power cord(s) and outlets with the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester.
Install the equipment near a socket-outlet where it is easily accessible.

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Cadex C5100B Battery Tester Features
The LCD backlight on the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester automatically turns off after five
minutes of inactivity. The LCD backlight will turn itself on when any key is pressed on the unit
or when the running program is completed
The front panel of the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester has three LEDs: Run (yellow), Ready
(green), and Fail (red). The front panel also contains three buttons (Test, Charge, and Cycle) and
two scroll buttons.
Test
Performs battery rapid tests using Cadex QuickSort™
technology to determine the battery’s State of Health.
Charge
Charges a battery. Approximately 3 hrs.
Cycle
Cycles a battery with charge/discharge/charge and
displays measured capacity as a percentage of the Q-
Code/C-Code capacity rated value. Approximately 7 hrs.
Directional keys
Scrolls through menus and results.
Main Display
LCD viewing panel.
LEDs
LED status indicators.

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Serial port
Used to connect to an Optional Receipt Printer.
AC Power Inlet
Attach to power outlet.
USB Port
Used to connect to a computer for use with BatteryStore.
Type B USB connector.

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Section 3: Battery Testing
Available Programs
The Boost program reactivates batteries that fall asleep due to over-discharge and brings the
battery back to life. The program charges the battery for two minutes at 100mA.
The Test program performs a battery rapid test using Cadex QuickSort™ technology to classify
the status of the battery as Good, Fair, Low, or Poor.
QuickSort™ - Good, Low, or Poor (below 1400mAh)
QuickSort™ 3.0 - Good, Fair, or Poor (only through BatteryStore™)
QuickSort™ 4.0 - Good or Poor (1400mAh or Above)
QuickSort™ and QuickSort™ 3.0 can test a battery within 30 seconds and QuickSort™4.0 can
test a battery in 4 minutes. Q-codes required for Cadex’s QuickSort™ 3.0 is only available
through BatteryStore. Please refer to Cadex C5100B BatteryStore™ V1.6 User Guide for details
on how to test a battery with QuickSort™ 3.0. The range is nominal 3.6V to 3.85V Li-ion or Li-
polymer with rated capacity values of 500-4000mAh. Batteries outside this range will not be
tested and a message No QuickSort Support appears.
The Charge program charges the battery based on the parameters in the selected Q-code / C-
code within approximately 3 hours.
The Cycle program performs a charge/discharge/charge sequence on the battery based on the
parameters in the selected Q-code / C-code, and displays measured capacity as a % of the Q-code
/ C-code rated value within approximately 7 hours.

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Voltage Look-up Table
Nominal Voltage will be converted to Max Charge Voltage as follows:
Nominal Voltage (V)
Max Charge Voltage (V)
3.60
4.20
3.70
4.20
3.80
4.35
3.85
4.40
Boost a Li-ion Battery
Applies 100mA Charge for Two Minutes
1. Apply AC power to turn on the Cadex C5100B Battery
Tester. Ensure battery adapter is installed, but the Li-ion
battery is not connected yet.
2. There should be no LEDs on and LCD should display
“Battery Not Detected”.
3. Hold down any program key (Charge, Test, or Cycle) for
two seconds. The C5100B will display 3.70V, Boost Selected,
and then Select Voltage .
4. Scroll to the battery’s nominal voltage with  and press
the Test key to select.
5. The C5100B will now display 500mAh, Boost Selected, and
then Select Capacity .
6. Scroll to the battery’s rated capacity with  and press
the Test key to select.
7. The C5100B will now display Caution! Boosting, Press to
Escape, Check Polarity!, and then Press to Continue.
8. Once the key is pressed, it will display Press Program key
for 2 seconds.
9. Insert the Li-ion battery to boost.
10. Press and hold a program key (Charge, Test, or Cycle) for
2 seconds to activate the Boost program.
11. Boost can be cancelled anytime by pressing the down
arrow key.

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Test a Li-ion Battery
Rapidly Test the Battery Condition using Cadex QuickSort™ Technology
1. Apply AC power to turn on the Cadex C5100B Battery
Tester. Ensure battery adapter is installed.
2. There should be no LEDs on and LCD should display
“Battery Not Detected”.
3. Insert the Li-ion battery to test. The C5100B will display
3.70V and then Select Voltage .
4. Scroll to the battery’s nominal voltage with  and press
the Test key to select.
5. The C5100B will now display 500mAh and then Select
Capacity .
6. Scroll to the battery’s rated capacity with  and press
the Test key to select.
7. The Run indicator will flash and LCD should also display
corresponding voltage, capacity and the type of Test:
QuickSort™ (30sec) or QuickSort™ 4.0 (4min).
8. Press Test. The battery test begins.
9. When the battery test is completed, the test result will
appear on the screen.
10. Disconnect the battery to clear the test result screen.
Good Battery: A battery for which the QuickSort 4.0 algorithm
has determined to have a capacity higher than the Target
Capacity. For QuickSort or QuickSort 3.0, the algorithm has
determined that the battery capacity is between 80%-100%. The
Ready LED light also will turn on.
Poor Battery: A battery that has any of the following: shorted,
open cells, or the QuickSort 4.0 algorithm has determined that the
battery capacity is less than the Target Capacity. For QuickSort or
QuickSort 3.0, this result is displayed when the battery capacity is
less than 70%. The Fail LED light also will turn on.
Low / Fair Battery: A battery that does not have any of the
following: shorted cells, open cells, or above normal impedance;
and for which the QuickSort or QuickSort 3.0 algorithm has
determined that the battery capacity is between 70% and 80%.
Low Battery will turn Ready LED and Fair Battery will turn Run
LED on.
Note: QuickSort 3.0 is only available with Cadex C5100B
BatteryStore™ V1.6 software.

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Charge a Li-ion Battery
A battery is charged in about three hours.
1. Apply AC power to turn on the Cadex C5100B Battery
Tester. Ensure battery adapter is installed.
2. There should be no LEDs on and LCD should display
“Battery Not Detected”.
3. Insert the Li-ion battery to charge. The C5100B will display
3.70V and then Select Voltage .
4. Scroll to the battery’s nominal voltage with  and press
the Test key to select.
5. The C5100B will now display 500mAh and then Select
Capacity .
6. Scroll to the battery’s rated capacity with  and press
the Test key to select.
7. The Run indicator will flash with the updated C-Code.
8. Press Charge and confirm the voltage and the capacity
entered previously by pressing the Test key. The C5100B
will perform a fast charge.
9. When the battery has finished charging, the Ready LED
will be lit and the battery’s resistance in mΩ and voltage in
V will be displayed. If there was a problem during
charging, the Fail LED will be lit.
Cycle a Li-ion Battery
The Cycle button charges/discharges/charges a battery and displays the battery’s capacity in % in
about 7 hours.
1. Apply AC power to turn on the Cadex C5100B Battery
Tester. Ensure battery adapter is installed.
2. There should be no LEDs on and LCD should display
“Battery Not Detected”.
3. Insert the Li-ion battery to charge. The C5100B will display
3.70V and then Select Voltage .
4. Scroll to the battery’s nominal voltage with  and press
the Test key to select.
5. The C5100B will now display 500mAh and then Select
Capacity .

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6. Scroll to the battery’s rated capacity with  and press
the Test key to select.
7. The Run indicator will flash with the updated C-Code.
8. Press Cycle and confirm the voltage and the capacity
entered previously. The C5100B will perform
charge/discharge/charge and indicate the measured
capacity result in %.
9. When the battery has finished cycling, the Ready LED will
be lit and the battery’s resistance in mΩ, capacity in % and
voltage in V will be displayed. If there was a problem
during cycling, the Fail LED will be lit.
Select Target Capacity
Select desired Target Capacity between 60, 70, 80 and 90%.
1. Apply AC power to turn on the Cadex C5100B Battery
Tester. Ensure battery adapter is NOT installed.
2. There should be no LEDs on and LCD should display
“Install Battery Adapter”.
3. Press the Test key for 2 seconds and the C5100B will
display System Setup, Target Capacity or Print Mode.
4. Scroll to Target Capacity with  and press the Test key
to select.
5. Scroll through 60%, 70%, 80%, and 90% by pressing up
and down arrow keys and select with the Test key.
Select Print Mode
Select desired Print Mode between Auto, Manual and Disable.
1. Apply AC power to turn on the Cadex C5100B Battery
Tester. Ensure battery adapter is NOT installed.
2. There should be no LEDs on and LCD should display
“Install Battery Adapter”.
3. Press the Test key for 2 seconds and the C5100B will
display System Setup, Target Capacity or Print Mode.
4. Scroll to Print Mode with  and press the Test key to
select.
5. Scroll through Auto, Manual and Disable by pressing up
and down arrow keys and select with the Test key.

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Possible Fault Messages
Contact Cadex Technical Support at (Canada) 1-604-231-7777, (USA Toll Free) 800-565-5228,
or (Europe) [phone], or [email protected] for further information.
Fault Codes
Code Name Description
-3115 Target Capacity Not Met Battery Capacity < Target Capacity
-3120 Over Voltage Battery voltage too high
-3121 Battery Reversed Battery inserted backwards
-3122 Battery Shorted Battery has an internal Short.
-3129 Intermittent Battery Battery processing interrupted more than 5 times.
-3142 Discharge Timeout Discharge longer than specified timeframe.
-3144 Charge Timeout Charge longer than specified timeframe
-3150 Thermistor Failure Unable to read temperature
-3159 Hot Battery Battery is too hot to start processing.
-3160 Bad Fuse Or Driver No current for more than 30 seconds.
-3201 Cold Battery Battery is too cold to start processing.
-3202 Battery Low Battery voltage is too low to charge safely.
Warning Codes
Code Name Description
-2159 Hot Battery Battery became too hot during processing. Processing is put on
hold and will continue when the battery cools down.
-2201 Cold Battery Battery became too cold during processing. Processing is put on
hold and will continue when the battery warms up.
-2203 System Over Temperature The system became too hot during processing. Process is put on
hold and will continue when the system cools down.
-2206 System Under Temperature The system became too cold during processing. Processing is put
on hold and will continue when the system warms up.

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Section 4: Maintenance and
Spare Components
To maintain accuracy in test results and to achieve long product
life, Cadex Electronics Inc. recommends the following steps to
maintain the C5100B Battery Tester.
Clean the Battery Adapter or RigidArm Contacts
Clean the battery adapter contacts regularly with a lint free cotton
swab and isopropyl alcohol. This will ensure that the readings are
accurate.
Clean the Cadex C5100B Battery Tester
1. Wipe the unit with a clean damp cloth.
2. Do not use any cleaning solution on the C5100B unit.