Originally Posted by
PDX-Spike
I said, "Never Discharge a LiPo Battery"
Primarily, LiPo batteries are volatile and if used improperly may result in fire, personal injury and damage to property.
I have been using LiPo batteries for three years in my cars which I race on a regular basis. I have never discharged these batteries and have not noticed any degradation by using them without discharge.
I have not heard of or read about any benefit gained by discharging LiPo betteries. If I am misinformed about discharging LiPo batteries, please let me know.
Don't you discharge them everytime you plug them into your car to use?
I think what the poster was trying to say is to NEVER discharge below 3V/cell. You can cycle LiPo packs just like any other but it usually is unnecessary. Balance charge thenm and you're fine. Just use some common sense and a compatible charger.