charging a new lipo pack
#1
charging a new lipo pack
just got my 1st lipo batt for my m chasis.
Lipo pec is 2s 3000mAh 20c 7.4V.
How should I start my 1st charge... then what is the storage condition??
Kindly advise.
Lipo pec is 2s 3000mAh 20c 7.4V.
How should I start my 1st charge... then what is the storage condition??
Kindly advise.
#2
Tech Master
iTrader: (3)
What charger are you using ?
Charger should have a "lipo balance" charge mode
Plug in main battery leads
Plug in balance lead
Set cell count to 2s
Set charge rate (or pack size) to 3.0 amps
Off you go
Lipos should be stored at 50% (3.85v / cell), 7.7v for your 2s pack
Cheers
Charger should have a "lipo balance" charge mode
Plug in main battery leads
Plug in balance lead
Set cell count to 2s
Set charge rate (or pack size) to 3.0 amps
Off you go
Lipos should be stored at 50% (3.85v / cell), 7.7v for your 2s pack
Cheers
#3
thanks....
I have a Muchmore charger & imax b5 which I have been using for my NiMh batt.
Am thinking should I invest in a new charger???
I have a Muchmore charger & imax b5 which I have been using for my NiMh batt.
Am thinking should I invest in a new charger???
#4
Tech Lord
iTrader: (21)
The b5 does not have a good reputation for trouble free charging lipos.... If you want an AC/DC charger, this one would be a good choice, its a balacing charger and has a good rep here -
http://www.hobbypartz.com/thac6smbachw.html
If you want to stay with a DC powered charger, this one would also be a good choice -
http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/s...idProduct=7028
http://www.hobbypartz.com/thac6smbachw.html
If you want to stay with a DC powered charger, this one would also be a good choice -
http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/s...idProduct=7028
#5
+1 on Dusters post. I prefer the Hyperion line of chargers, but many are very capable and would recommend the ballance charge route also.