Sunbeam
Sunbeam BC-0903 charger with 8 AA 2600 mAh batteries
Charges two or four AA and AAA NiMH or NiCd cells in two to three and a half hours with microprocessor control, over-current protection and trickle charge, plus eight 2600 mAh AA batteries included
- TypeRechargeable Batteries & Charger Kit
- Charges 2 or 4 AA and AAA cells together
- Microprocessor control stops charging when batteries reach full capacity
- Built-in safety timer and reverse-polarity guard prevent overcharge damage
- Universal 120–240 V input plus car and USB cords for flexible power
- Eight 2600 mAh NiMH AA batteries included with no memory effect
Charger kit with eight AA cells
The Sunbeam BC-0903 kit includes a multi-voltage charger and eight Acculoop-X AA NiMH batteries rated at 2600 mAh and 1.2 V. The charger accepts 120 V to 240 V input at 50 or 60 Hz and can charge two or four AA or AAA cells simultaneously. It supports both NiMH and NiCd chemistries and includes a car cord and a USB cord for mobile or desktop power sources. This bundle suits households or field kits that need a ready supply of rechargeable AA power.
Sustained charging behaviour
The charger delivers 12 V at 900 mA for AA cells and 500 mA for AAA cells, using negative delta V cut-off and a safety timer to stop charging when cells are full. Charge times range from 2 to 3.5 hours for AA capacities between 2100 and 2900 mAh, and 1.5 to 3 hours for AAA capacities between 700 and 1200 mAh. Over-current, short-circuit and reverse-polarity protection operate continuously, while a trickle-current mode maintains full charge if batteries remain seated. Defective or non-rechargeable cell detection prevents wasted cycles during extended use.
Upgrade path and limits
The kit replaces disposable alkaline AA batteries in devices that accept 1.2 V NiMH cells, offering up to 10 recharge cycles per cell. It is not suited for equipment requiring higher single-cell voltages or for users who need AAA batteries, as none are included. The charger handles only two or four cells at once, so larger fleets require multiple charging sessions. Buyers needing faster top-up times, greater simultaneous capacity or integrated USB device charging should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Charges 2 or 4 AA and AAA cells together
- Microprocessor control stops charging when batteries reach full capacity
- Built-in safety timer and reverse-polarity guard prevent overcharge damage
- Universal 120–240 V input plus car and USB cords for flexible power
- Eight 2600 mAh NiMH AA batteries included with no memory effect
Specifications
| Type | Rechargeable Batteries & Charger Kit |
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Questions about this item
How much power does the BC-0903 draw when charging four AA cells all day?
The charger accepts 120V to 240V at 50 or 60 Hz and delivers 12V at 900 mA per AA channel, so four cells draw that current simultaneously.
What power sources must I already have to use the included car and USB cords?
You need a vehicle 12 V accessory socket for the car cord and a powered USB port or adapter for the USB cord; the unit itself plugs into 120V–240V mains.
Will the Acculoop-X 2600 mAh cells work in devices that originally took 2100 mAh AA batteries?
Yes, they share the same 1.2 V NiMH chemistry and AA form factor, and the charger handles 2100–2900 mAh capacities in 2 to 3.5 hours.
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