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06-27-2011, 10:43 AM
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| Quarry Creeper  Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lynnwood
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So i bought the Patriot RC HTX Charger from Hobbytown b/c they said it was the best one and it was the easiest to use!!! These are the batteries i have: 2x GForce 25C 800mAh 3S 11.1V 2x GForce 30C 1000mAh 3S 11.1V 2x Venom 13C 1320Mah 3S 11.1V What should i be charging these batteries at (Amperage)? i have been charging at 2.0 Amp's but noticed on the sticker of the venom sticker it should be charged at 1.32 (seems random). I just dont want any thing to explode!!!  You thoughts are greatly appreciated!!!  |
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06-27-2011, 10:50 AM
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| Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Jersey Strong!
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The 1.32 on the Venom is C rating; 1/1000 of rated capacity(mAh) I always charge my Lipo's at 1C. For your packs 1C= 0.8A on the 800 1.0A on the 1000 and 1.3A on the 1320 Some packs claim to be rated for a higher charge but it will shorten the lifespan of the pack. EDIT: I think my description of 'C' may be a little off...searching now... Ok, Here's a good read about Lipo's Last edited by ram_tough; 06-27-2011 at 10:59 AM. |
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06-27-2011, 10:50 AM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Arlington, Washington
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Its not really random....look at the capacity of your venom pack....take away the zero and add a decimal point....1320=1.32 There is basically a formula they recommend for charging packs at.....not everyone follows it though. Most racers charge at 5 amps or so, some way more..... Higher amp rates will decrease the cycle life usually, but probably not enough to really notice. Later EddieO |
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06-27-2011, 10:51 AM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Sumter
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Basically divide the mah of each battery by 1000 and thats what you should charge them at...which is referred to as a 1C charge rate. Some packs are rated for higher charging rates, but a 1C is easy on the packs and in my opinion will help them have a longer lifespan Edit...I was a little late... |
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