Name: "The Surface" 500W Combo
Brand: ProgressiveRC
SKU: CC-SU
Price: 249.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 95 (13 reviews)

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"The Surface" 500W Combo

Want to take advantage of the iCharger 306B's blinding fast 30 amp charge rate, but don't need its full 1000W output? Head for "The Surface."

As the name implies, this combo is ideal for surface applications: cars, trucks, buggies - anything where you're running low-voltage, high-capacity packs. Got a bunch of 3S 6000mAh batteries for your off-roader, or 2S 8000s for your buggy? You don't need a thousand-watt power supply to get those charged up, but you do need fast charge rates if you don't want to spend all day charging!

This combo combines the 306B and the PRC500 power supply, giving you enough power to hit a 30 amp charge rate on packs up to 3S, which means less time charging, and more time driving. Also included are a balance board and charge lead of your choice to get you up and running.

iCharger 306B Specifications

Maximum charge power capacity: 1000W (@ input voltage > 23V; 500W @ 12V)
Charge current range: 0.05-30.0A
Discharge current range: 0.05-30.0A
Input voltage range: 4.5-38V DC
Maximum discharge power capacity: 80W
Maximum regenerative discharge: 1000W
Maximum external discharge power capacity: 1200W @ 40V/30A
Current drain for balancing: <500mA
Balance accuracy: <10mV
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe: 1-6 series (up to 12S LiFe in non-balanced mode)
NiCd/NiMH battery cell count: 1-25 series
Pb battery cell count: 1-18 series (2-36V)
Battery setup memories: 10
Intelligent temperature control: Yes
PC Connectivity: USB port
Weight: 750 g
Dimensions (LxWxD): 143x123x46 mm
Warranty: 1 year

PRC500 Specifications

Output power: 33A continuous, 500W
Output voltage: 15V DC
Input voltage: 100-240V AC (worldwide use)
Protections: short circuit, over current, over voltage, over temp.
Active PFC (power factor correction): 98% for 115V AC
Efficiency: 88%
AC power cord: Included
Warranty: 1 year
Weight: 1300g
Dimensions (LxWxD): 232x108x50mm
Shipping size: Small

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Reviews

Customer Reviews (13)

"The Surface" 2 + years and still going...!Review by Ryan "Stot"

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I have had "The Surface" combo for over 2 years now and I love it! It is going as strong as ever. Love all the features it has including the IR meter... I think every charger should have that feature to make sure your older packs are still performing at their peak. I tell you... when searching for a quality charging package, this is the place to do it and to have this combo still in use today without any problems proves that to be true. 5 stars for sure! (Posted on 4/22/2017)

The SurfaceReview by Calvin Fouche

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Everything came quickly, was packed well and is exactly as described. Great service and quality equipment. This will really help me rapidly charge and discharge my Lipo batteries. (Posted on 4/27/2014)

The surface 500W comboReview by Rob

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One Stop shop with fast shipping and great prices!!!!!!!! (Posted on 10/11/2013)

Great Product! Review by Injaznito

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I am extremely new to this. I had a call tech support twice with questions to how to set up the charge for my paraboard. They had excellent communication the technician told me what to do and everything is running great, great product! (Posted on 5/25/2013)

Issue but still an awesome product!Review by Kyle

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I got the combo shipped to my apo a little over a week after order and it was awesome to have such a stout charging system. even with the problem that I had after the second charge I trust that progressive's replacement will work. I am chalking it up as a fluke because I haven't ever heard of the issue and neither had they. I would gladly recommend this combo to anyone or anything from progressive at that. (Posted on 4/29/2013)

Nice setupReview by Charles

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Purchased this for parallel charging of multiple 2s and 3s lipo mostly and so far it handles all I throw at it. As fast as I want to charge (safely) and has no problems keeping up. Nice setup for a fair price. Thanks progressive RC keep doing what you do. Oh and I also had the wrong power supply shipped the first time. I called and they shipped out the correct one imediatly with no hastle whatsoever and even included return shipping lable with new PS so it was fast and I'm not outta pocket. Very nice. They will spoil you in thinking this is how everyone does it. Great to deal with and thanks again. (Posted on 4/16/2013)

Excellent ServiceReview by Andy

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Progressive RC helped me decide on the setup I needed, shipped it fast, and has helped me with questions after the sale! Excellent Customer Service and Support! (Posted on 1/29/2013)

did not workReview by miguel angel

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the power supply they sent me did not work, I had to buy another

ProgressiveRC Comment: One in a thousand power supplies arrives with damage in shipping, more often for international destinations such as this. The failure rate is exceedingly low and we offered to repair or replace the unit, but we have not heard back from the customer. (Posted on 1/18/2013)

todo bienReview by miguel angel

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todo llego bien aun no lo uso espero que funcione perfectamente (Posted on 11/6/2012)

The Surface 500W Charger Combo Review by Rick

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This charger combo is Awesome!! Being able to charge multiple packs with the parallel board quickly is great. Also the storage cycle is fast and very convenient.
(Posted on 10/2/2012)

Love itReview by Chris

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Just love it. Get the parallel charge board and get ready to rip, not spend all day charging. (Posted on 9/24/2012)

"The Surface" 500W ComboReview by Dan

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This meets my larger battery needs very well... (Posted on 4/28/2012)

"The Surface" 500W ComboReview by Robert Vaught

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I ordered "The Surface" 500W Charger Combo and it was shipped same day and arrived two days later. Everything works as advertised for parallel charging my lipo batteries. Thanks ProgressiveRC! (Posted on 4/13/2012)