Global Specialties GSK-819 User manual
Battery Charger
Model GSK-819
This kit contains parts to assemble a Lithium-ion Polymer
battery charger. These batteries are becoming popular with
radio controlled devices, iPods®, MP3, and laptop computers.
Technical Specifications
nPower Source: 12-15 VDC, more than 600 mA
nCharge Current: 400 mA or 600 mA (selectable)
nCharge: 1 to 2 cells
nCharge Indicator: LED
nCut ff: Automatic cut-off circuit when battery fully charged
nPower source polarity protected
nPCB Dimensions: 3.73 x 2.44 inches
Operating Principles
When power source is applied IC2 will regulate the voltage to a
suitable amount for charging. Integrated circuits control the output
voltage, switch SW1 controls selectable charge current (H = 600
mA and L = 400 mA), and switch SW2 controls the number of
cells (1 cell 3.7 V) an (2 cells 7.4 V). When battery is fully charged
IC1 applies voltage to IC2 and initiates cut-off circuit. LED’s are on
when battery is charging and off when battery is fully charged.
Circuit Assembly
Please refer to Figures 1, 2, and 3 for aid in component
placement. It is recommended to start with lower components
i.e. diodes, resisters, electrolyte capacitors, and transistors.
Be careful to check polarity with Figure 2 before soldering.
Take extra precaution to ensure electrolytic capacitors are
inserted correctly. If a problem is detected it is best too use a
desoldering pump or desoldering braids to remove component.
This will minimize potential damage to the printed circuit board.
Testing
Connect the power source, LED LSW and LED L5V should
light. Measure voltage at TP point and adjust voltage to 4.2 V
using VR1K. Select charging current using SW1 (H = 600 mA,
L = 400 mA), select number of cells in battery using SW2
(position 1 = 1 cell, position 2 = 2 cells).
Connect Li-Po battery to charger at position “ UT,” LED
“Charge” will light to indicate battery is charging. When
battery is fully charged LED “LSW” and LED “Charge” will
be off. Disconnect battery from charger and wait for the LED
“LSW” to turn on before trying to charge another battery.
Charger will not charge until the LED “LSW” is on.
Troubleshooting
This circuit has only a few components. The main cause of
problems will come from misplaced components or faulty
soldering. Utilize Figure 2 to ensure proper placement/polarity
and then check solder points for connectivity.
Accessories
Use GSB-04 (sold separately) to house the PCB and batteries.
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Figure 3 Installing components
Resistors ¼ W
R1, R26 150 Ω brown – green – brown – gold
R3, R12, R16 2 kΩ red – black – red – gold
R4 6 kΩ blue – gray – red – gold
R9 3 kΩ orange – black – red – gold
R10 300 Ω orange – black – brown – gold
R11, R13, R19, R20, R23, R24, R30, R31
10 kΩ brown – black – orange – gold
R14, R17, R18, R25, R27, R29
1 kΩ brown – black – red – gold
R15 560 Ω green – blue – brown – gold
R21 1 MΩ brown – black – green – gold
R22 50 kΩ green – black – orange – gold
Resistors ½ W
R2 500 Ω green – black – brown – gold
R5, R6 2 Ω red – black – gold – gold
R7, R8 1 Ω brown – black – gold – gold
Potentiometer
VR1 102 or 13 or 1 kΩ
Electrolytic Capacitors
C!, C4 470 µF
C3, C6 10 µF
C5 47 µF
Ceramic Capacitor
C2 680 or 680 pF
Figure 2 Assembling circuit
GSK-819
SW1:
Select the current charging.
L = 400 mA and H = 600 mA
SW2:
Select the number of cell.
1 = 1 cell (3.7 V)
2 = 2 cell (7.4 V)
