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Old 07-05-2010 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by JJBooch
so is the difference from when everyone started using lipos for their rx they were 7v. and 7v is to much for an rx without a reg? the life being 6.6v that would make it safe for use without the reg in any system.
My understanding is that some radio system receivers can not take a 2 cell lipo (7.4 volts when charged fully is 8.4 volts) fully charged at 8.4 volts. The issue is that the servos would be getting 8.4 volts versus their 6 volts. That is why regulators are needed in some radio systems. At least with 6.6 volt liFe they are fully charged at 7.2 volts and hover below 7 volt for the most part.

If anyone has better info, please chime in. Hope this helps.
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