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JasonInAugusta · 01-29-2005, 09:29 AM

Here's a couple of good discussions I have bookmarked.

For those that are looking into using li-pos I think you should read these two posts.

The first shows what happens when you don't properly care for li-pos.
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209187

The 2nd is a cheap and light audible alarm.
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=221018

Anyway, thought I'd share.

BultacoJim · 01-29-2005, 09:44 AM

I think you scared me Jason.

Very important information though.

JasonInAugusta · 01-29-2005, 10:02 AM

Li-pos just need to be taken care of...

Most of the fires you see in that post are from improper charging.

Other than charging, exposure to heat, a puncture in the aluminum wrap, etc can cause a li-po to become unstable.

I posted this 'cause I figure than more and more people will switch to li-pos in the upcoming year in an effort to reduce weight. (or simply have the ability to mount a lighter pack with the same voltage high in the chassis)

li-pos should be monitored when they are being charged. That first link is a prime example as to why.

When I charge mine the pack is sitting on the concrete garage floor...away from anything flammable.

SR5Dave · 01-29-2005, 10:24 AM

Good idea to post this Jason. LiPos are cool, but they are very high maitinence compared to NiCds. And if not cared for properly; :nuke:

EeePee · 02-02-2005, 09:14 PM

You have the same link posted twice.

JasonInAugusta · 02-03-2005, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EeePee

You have the same link posted twice.

Fixed.

Thanks.

4RnrRick · 02-03-2005, 11:51 AM

THANKS FOR THE INFO - Now I know that they can be safe if properly used but thats too much risk for me! I'll stick to my NiMH for now.

01-29-2005, 09:29 AM	#1
JasonInAugusta 06 Super National Champ Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Stark Industries Bar and Grill Posts: 11,361	For those that are using/considering lithium-polymers... Here's a couple of good discussions I have bookmarked. For those that are looking into using li-pos I think you should read these two posts. The first shows what happens when you don't properly care for li-pos. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209187 The 2nd is a cheap and light audible alarm. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=221018 Anyway, thought I'd share. Last edited by JasonInAugusta; 02-03-2005 at 10:24 AM.

01-29-2005, 09:44 AM	#2
BultacoJim Pebble Pounder Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Colorado Posts: 165	I think you scared me Jason. Very important information though.

01-29-2005, 10:02 AM	#3
JasonInAugusta 06 Super National Champ Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Stark Industries Bar and Grill Posts: 11,361	Li-pos just need to be taken care of... Most of the fires you see in that post are from improper charging. Other than charging, exposure to heat, a puncture in the aluminum wrap, etc can cause a li-po to become unstable. I posted this 'cause I figure than more and more people will switch to li-pos in the upcoming year in an effort to reduce weight. (or simply have the ability to mount a lighter pack with the same voltage high in the chassis) li-pos should be monitored when they are being charged. That first link is a prime example as to why. When I charge mine the pack is sitting on the concrete garage floor...away from anything flammable.

01-29-2005, 10:24 AM	#4
SR5Dave I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Flagstaff, AZ Posts: 2,399	Good idea to post this Jason. LiPos are cool, but they are very high maitinence compared to NiCds. And if not cared for properly; :nuke:

02-02-2005, 09:14 PM	#5
EeePee MODERATOR™ Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 18,928	You have the same link posted twice.

02-03-2005, 11:51 AM	#7
4RnrRick Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: www.ORCRC.com Posts: 693	THANKS FOR THE INFO - Now I know that they can be safe if properly used but thats too much risk for me! I'll stick to my NiMH for now.

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