Questions tagged [lipo-batteries]
Use in reference to Lithium Polymer batteries, commonly used for their excellent energy density and their ability to provide large currents.
64
questions
2
votes
1
answer
2k
views
How to charge LiPo batteries in series?
Is there any way to use my main charger, which can charge 2-6s batteries, to safely charge multiple 1s batteries in series? (assuming all of the batteries are the same capacity)
How would I go about ...
- 5,792
5
votes
1
answer
1k
views
Can I use LiHV batteries as normal batteries?
I have a small drone and the only batteries I can find that fit it are LiHV batteries. Can I use LiHV batteries like normal LiPo batteries? Can I just simply charge a LiHV battery to 4.2v and fly with ...
- 5,792
12
votes
4
answers
3k
views
At what per-cell voltage should I land?
I built 5" quad and I'm using 4S 1300mAh LiPo batteries. My question is: at what voltage should I land? Let assume that I'm trying to land when my battery is as low as it should go without causing ...
- 579
3
votes
2
answers
1k
views
Series or parallel connection for drone batteries?
What is the difference between adding two drone batteries in series vs a parallel connection for flying the drone?
- 5,792
8
votes
2
answers
1k
views
Why do LiHV batteries degrade faster than an equivalent LiPo?
There seems to be a lot of anecdotal evidence, at least on YouTube, that LiHV batteries degrade faster than LiPos. Is this true?
I own a couple whoops and only have 1s LiHV batteries since I can't ...
9
votes
3
answers
9k
views
Do low temperatures damage LiPo batteries?
I'm wondering if low temperatures affect LiPo batteries in any way? Can colder temperatures damage the cells? Can I store my batteries in bat safe box outside, in cold/hot temperatures?
- 579
0
votes
2
answers
124
views
Restore over-discharged LiPo batteries ~2.0V/cell [closed]
I have a LiPo battery which is ~2.0V/cell, how can I restore it safely? By "safely" I mean how can this be controlled as I know LiPo batteries can be dangerous.
user149
6
votes
2
answers
817
views
What are the conditions for LiPo battery damage from undervoltage?
It is widely known that Lithium-polymer cells are permanently damaged if their voltage drops below a certain threshold, around 3.0 volts, but I couldn't find much on the exact conditions and factors ...
- 2,997
5
votes
3
answers
131
views
How long does a LiPo battery last and how do I know if it needs replacing?
I have an old LiPo battery, how long is a LiPo battery usually supposed to last? How will one know if it needs to be replaced?
user149
10
votes
2
answers
269
views
How do I safely dispose of my LiPo batteries?
I have an old LiPo battery that is nearing the end of its life, how can I dispose of it safely?
user149
8
votes
3
answers
3k
views
Alternatives to LiPo batteries
LiPo is often the first choice of battery due to its high discharge rate and high specific energy (100 - 265 Wh/kg), defined as its energy per unit mass.
In terms of these two characteristics, what ...
- 578
7
votes
1
answer
50
views
Methodology and sources for obtaining the correct replacement batteries for low-end RC aircraft
According to Mark's answer to this Drones and Model Aircraft SE question, I likely need to buy quite a few replacement LiPo batteries.
Finding large LiPo batteries for expensive aircraft is usually ...
19
votes
3
answers
3k
views
How long can a LiPo pack be kept fully discharged before storage charging?
There is a reason LiPo packs are recommended to be stored at a storage charge. It is commonly known that storing a battery fully charged reduces its capacity and performance. What about storing ...
- 504
21
votes
2
answers
887
views
Is it safe to fly LiPo batteries after they get "puffy"?
Some of my LiPo batteries got "puffy" after a few months. Is it still safe to fly them, or should I safely dispose of them?
- 445
11
votes
5
answers
1k
views
How can I safely parallel charge my LiPo batteries?
I have multiple LiPo batteries that I want to charge up so I can get out flying as fast as (safely) possible.
With my existing LiPo charger, how can I parallel charge multiple batteries at once?
- 759