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Old 08-18-2012 | 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Integra
LiPo batteries, no matter what, are always "running". Even when they're not plugged in to anything. The chemicals inside the battery are extremely volatile. If you happen to leave your LiPo battery plugged into an ESC, Receiver or Switch the battery is still connected to a current creating a continuous circuit. This makes the battery run even while you're not playing with it. Resulting in an Even Faster Self Discharge Rate lipo's Tent to be known For.
Incorrect. A battery (doesn't matter the type) will not be in a closed circuit if the mechanical switch is in the off position. Thus the reason it is "mechanical".
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