Graphene Batteries

[jump_it]

Turnigy has released some Graphene batteries.

Right now pack dimensions are a bit on the large side for some of my vehicles. but I am sure they will get that sorted.

900 cycles and still going strong, fast charge time. like really fast

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IoADvTGL6I

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[JatoTheRipper]

Beginning of the end for LiPo? Isn't it just a more efficient LiPo?

 

[STANG KILLA SS]

was looking at these yesterday. probly pick some up for our airplanes. not much need for them in our low draw crawlers.
but might be decent for bombers and go fast bashers etc.

 

[generalee7]

Cool! Wonder if the MMP/Pro 4 combo in my Bomber would do ok with a 65C 3S battery :twisted:

 

[mikebecher]

These are still LiPo chemistry and probably using a graphene coated anode. They have better C ratings and higher advertised cycle life but don't appear to have any other benefits.

I compared a 4000mAh 6S 65C Turnigy graphene against a traditional 4000mAh 6S 60C Turnigy LiPo. The graphene battery is larger (387 cc vs 338 cc), heavier (733 vs 683 g) and more expensive ($84 vs $62). Granted these are new to market and will likely get better and cheaper. For now I'm going to stick with my cheapo 'disposable' G-force LiPos.

When (and if) Lithium-Sulfer hits the market then we may see LiPo relegated to the ranks of NiMH.

 

[generalee7]

Picked up a 3s 65c 3000 for my Bomber. I needed another anyway "thumbsup"

 

[youngblood]

Anybody try these personally yet?

 

[youngblood]

bump. I ordered a couple a few days ago. Has anyone noticed any performance gain with these graphene batts?

 

[Hobbezco]

I have been running them all summer. 3s, 3000mah. great battery. In my Ascender with sidewinder 3 esc, 35t brushed motor, 1.9s, and a full lighting system, I get 3+ hours out of them.

I have these ones, they fit in the stock Ascender battery tray.
Turnigy Graphene Professional 3000mAh 3S 15C LiPo Pack w/XT60 (AR Warehouse)

 

[JatoTheRipper]

I have been running them all summer. 3s, 3000mah. great battery. In my Ascender with sidewinder 3 esc, 35t brushed motor, 1.9s, and a full lighting system, I get 3+ hours out of them.

I have these ones, they fit in the stock Ascender battery tray.
Turnigy Graphene Professional 3000mAh 3S 15C LiPo Pack w/XT60 (AR Warehouse)

3 hours out of 3,000 mAh is pretty impressive.

What charger are you using?

 

[Hobbezco]

This guy here is what I use. Its treated me better than several more expensive chargers have.

https://www.amazon.com/Venom-RC-Bat...1900040&sr=1-1&keywords=venom+battery+charger

 

[snapon boy]

I use the 1300mha one in my 6x6 with a ble and Holmes Hobbies brushless sensored motor and lights bec etc and get 60min easy with it.

149 r/c worx team driver

 

[JatoTheRipper]

This guy here is what I use. Its treated me better than several more expensive chargers have.

https://www.amazon.com/Venom-RC-Bat...1900040&sr=1-1&keywords=venom+battery+charger

I thought you needed a special charger. I must be thinking of something else.

 

[1967Typhoon]

I thought you needed a special charger. I must be thinking of something else.

You are likely thinking about the HV Lipos that have a slightly higher voltage. Those need special (newer) chargers.

 

[JatoTheRipper]

You are likely thinking about the HV Lipos that have a slightly higher voltage. Those need special (newer) chargers.

Yes, that's it. Thanks! "thumbsup"

 

[grunt95]

Forget Graphene batteries. Has anyone heard of LIHV? Each cell can be charged up to 4.35 volts instead of the normal 4.2. Better yet they are lighter too.

 

[nerby149]

I have a couple of the 500mah and the have more punch power and definitely last longer, but they are a larger pack.

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