RF80-M CHRISTIE®

Aircraft Battery Charger / Analyzer

Features
 Nickel Cadmium Batteries  Lead Acid Batteries
 Multistep Programmable  Automatic Operation
 Stores 100 Programs  Unique ReFLEX® Charging
 Exclusive DigiFLEX® Analysis  Constant Current Charging
 Constant Potential Charging  Up to 60 Amps Discharge
 Optional PC Interface  Touch Screen Display
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RF80-M Equipment Capabilities
Programming
The RF80-M is the latest evolution of the well known Christie ReFLEX® charger. The Christie
RF80-M features a touch screen format which is easily programmable. The RF80-M will store up to
100 battery processing programs; each program may have up to 16 functions/steps. Program functions
include: charge, discharge, and wait steps. The program/function flexibility permits the battery
technician the ability to easily and accurately replicate the exact battery requirements as detailed by
the battery’s CMM and the applicable technical manuals. The RF80-M’s user friendly screen-prompts
simplify battery processing. The process programs can be saved for future use, and may be password
protected. During operation, the RF80-M touch screen will continuously display in color the specific
process function currently being performed.

ReFLEX® Charge
The RF80-M will perform the exclusive ReFLEX® charge to fully and safely charge a battery in a
little more than 1 hour.
ReFLEX® Charge Cycle

The unique advantage of the ReFLEX® charging method is that the positive charge current pulses
alternate with the negative current pulses. When used on nickel cadmium batteries, the battery can be
charged at twice the charge rate as a constant current charge. ReFLEX® charging also provides: 1)
lower battery end-of-charge temperatures, 2) cell balance restoration, 3) increased battery cycle-life,
and 4) elimination of the nickel cadmium “memory” effect. In addition to the ReFLEX® charge, the
RF80-M is capable of constant current or constant potential charging as specified by all nickel
cadmium and lead acid battery manufacturers.

DigiFLEX® Display
The RF80-M also incorporates a special feature called DigiFLEX®. The DigiFLEX® circuitry
provides measurement and display of the battery condition during the ReFLEX® charge cycle.
DigiFLEX® uses the display of luminescent bars to portray the rate and duration of negative pulses
throughout the charge cycle. The green luminescent bars show the “relative state of charge” of the
battery. Green bars will initially appear when the battery has attained approximately 80% capacity.
At full charge, the green luminescent bars will extend completely to the right side of the display on
the RF80-M.

DigiFLEX® Trend Bar Display

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RF80-M Equipment Capabilities
Constant Potential Charge
In constant potential charge mode, the RF80-M will charge all 6, 12, and 24 volt lead acid
batteries. Up to 65 amp charging can be accomplished at a set voltage, to a set time, or to both as
needed. If more than one step is involved, the battery technician simply programs the added steps
into the RF80-M via the user-friendly touch screen.
Constant Current Charge
Nickel cadmium batteries can be constant current charged at up to 65 amps to a set cut off
voltage, a set time, or both.
Discharge
The RF80-M will constant current discharge at current levels up to 60 amps. Screen-prompts
allow the battery technician to: 1) discharge to a programmable voltage, 2) discharge to a
programmable time, 3) recondition, or 4) fully discharge the nickel cadmium battery(s) for deep
cycle or storage.
Wait
A “wait step” can be added at any point in a battery process program. The wait step can be up to
99 hours and 59 minutes in duration.
Alerts
Alerts can be inserted at any point within the battery process program. Audible and touch screen
visual alerts will notify the battery technician to: 1) check, 2) record, or 3) perform a particular
CMM specified function.
Multi Battery Processing
Certain 21 and 22 cell nickel cadmium aircraft batteries are composed of 3-7 cell or 2-11 cell
modules. These 7 or 11 cell modules should be tested as installed in the aircraft, as a singular unit.
The RF80-M easily addresses the 7 or 11 cell modules with battery cable assemblies specifically
designed for the 21 cell and 22 cell modular batteries. These specialized cable assemblies are
available as optional equipment.
Cell Monitor
External jacks for cell-probes are provided to permit ease in monitoring individual cell voltages.
The cell probes, a touch screen stylus and a “screen kit” are included as standard equipment.
Calibration
An optional calibration shunt will allow the operator to perform annual calibration checks,
eliminating the expense of shipping the RF80-M to an authorized repair facility for yearly
calibration.
DataFX®
The optional DataFX® will automate data management for both nickel cadmium and lead acid
batteries. The DataFX® automatically scans the battery and displays the following: 1) the
individual cell voltages, 2) total battery voltage and 3) total battery current. If a fault is detected, a
warning light will flash. The display will identify the fault type as well as identify the affected
cell until the “clear button” is activated.
The DataFX® has an RS232 port for delivery of data to a PC interface or to a serial printer,
further facilitating the automation of data management, often required by the battery
manufacturer, the aircraft owner and/or the regulatory authorities.
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RF80-M Typical Displays

Charge Time Remaining

DigiFLEX® Display

PAUSE Button

Battery Voltage

Function In Process

Functions Pending

Current

Discharge Time Elapsed

Cell Voltage

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RF80-M Aircraft Battery Charger / Analyzer
RF80-M Specifications
Mechanical Touch Screen – Displays
18.55 inches (47.12 cm) wide 7 inch color-resistive touch screen
11 inches (27.94 cm) high 800 x 480 resolution
21.5 inches (54.61 cm) deep Current: 80.0 amps full scale +/- 2%
Weight: 145 pounds (65.90 kg) Voltage: 50.0 volts full scale +/- 2%
Case material: Steel Cell Voltage: 5 volts full scale +/- 2%
Front Panel: Steel w/polyester overlay DigiFLEX®: 10 segment red/green trend bar
Time: Elapsed / Remaining
Electrical Input
Input voltage: 187 to 250 VAC, single phase Environmental
Frequency: 47 to 63 hertz Non-operating
Current: 25 amps maximum -40°F - +159.8°F (-40°C - +71°C)
Power Switch: Opens both sides of line Altitude: 0 – 50,000 feet
Operating
Electrical Output +32°F - +122°F (0°C - 50°C)
Charge, ReFLEX®: 2 - 80 amps Altitude: 0 - 8,000 feet
Charge, constant current: 1 – 65 amps
Charge, constant potential: 1 – 65 amps
Discharge, constant current: 1 – 60 amps Marked and Certified

RF80-M Standard and Optional Accessories

Standard:
Cell probe Kit P/N 526020-065
Stylus & Screen kit P/N 123031-001
Cable Adapter - Quick Disconnect P/N 121666-001
Cable Adapter - Universal P/N 121666-002

Options:
Calibration Shunt P/N 121666-010
2/11 cell battery module cable assembly* P/N 121961-001
3/7 cell battery module cable assembly * P/N 121961-003
DataFX® / ProEase P/N 121711-004

*Max total cells 24 NiCad, 14 Lead Acid

MarathonNorco Aerospace, Inc.

8301 Imperial Drive
Waco, TX. 76712 CHRISTIE®
(254) 776-0650 FAX (254) 776-6558
www.mnaerospace.com
© Copyright 2012 by MarathonNorco Aerospace, Inc. All rights reserved.
RF80-M Aircraft Battery Charger / Analyzer
MarathonNorco Aerospace, Inc.
8301 Imperial Drive
Waco, TX. 76712
(254) 776-0650 FAX (254) 776-6558
www.mnaerospace.com

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