10 RC LiPo Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

[@66ElCamino357]

Thanks for taking the time to inform RC users of proper Li-Po usage...

[@stevenagudelo5301]

David Marotta hey can you break down more about a battery. If you did already I apologize I’m new and just got really into this.

[@dominicw8868]

steven agudelo did you watch the video?

[@erkl8823]

Quick question, is a "Supulse" B3 V2 10w charger all I need for a Zeee 5200mah? Or do I have to get something that has a digital readout to know exactly what voltage the battery is at? Sorry, I just don't understand. Not sure if what I bought is strictly for balance/storage charging...or if that fully charges it & when the Esc5 sguts it off that's the correct amount for storage?

[@superdon1chw]

sounds like I have another full time job using these things

[@scottmichael3745]

I know right!? But nothing else can pack the power in this small of a package. My skateboard will run for over an hour on a 4 cell 7000 mha battery. I CAN'T wait for better battery technology.

[@vasili1207]

Your leg lasts 80 ish years if you disregard street cred

[@dantop1280]

Hmmm.... LiPo's are like a relationship.... it has it's up's and down's but once you figure it out...... it's FREAK'in fun!!! LOL

[@mikaelandersson4733]

Informative video! But batteries, no matter what kind, should be recycled or at least be collected seperately, NOT dumped in a landfill.

[@willb3636]

RC DEPENDANT or ocean

[@ivydome]

Or fireplace

[@user-cy7ep9xr5l]

or your stomach

[@allawhussein]

I appreciate his notice, since some countries have no battery collection protocols

[@NonstopBigVisc]

100% agree. He should update that part of the video.

[@stevenbarnhart5954]

Impressive number of comments in such a short time. That goes to show the amount of interest in this area about LIPO batteries. Good information for everyone to consider. Thank you for your expertise!

[@majestynyny]

I haven’t used my lipo 6000 mah batteries in 5 years and surprisingly they’re working fine.

[@joeterry8933]

Yeah

[@chrism9906]

Did u put it in storage mode

[@festushaggen2563]

Thanks a lot for this. I'm getting back into r/c again and have never used lipos before. Nicad and nimh never needed any special treatment but hearing about lipo fires and puffing had me concerned. This helped a lot. 👍

[@maljohn6584]

Sorry FREND as a R/C flyer for 40 years and flying top uk shows. Take the WORRY away from this great hobby and just chill and enjoy this great sport. FLY I/C ENGINES YOU WON'T HAVE ALL THIS STRESS. ALL THE BEST.

[@TIME_TO_FIND_OUT24]

@@maljohn6584 normal battery are safe but l need to see what l can use that RC CAN GO FASTER without LIPO BATTERY

[@johnpttriplow5359]

For someone like myself just entering the rc aircraft hobby this video is absolute gold!!

[@Yosemite-George-61]

...me too Man...

[@thepaddychannel]

Mmmmm, might need to check some of my batteries that are new but not used and bought some time ago. Thanks for the great video.

[@robbryan3044]

For the greatest part, I've found the AMain "tech" videos extremely rudimentary, to the point of being aimed at 'children'. However, this video is not only NOT rudimentary, but it contains EXTREMELY important AND useful information. It would be great if the battery manufacturers would include this info in the packaging, but they don't. So...thank you AMain for a useful, informative, articulate video.

[@chaplinnone1274]

Damn. I’m taking up kite flying instead.

[@JohnJohnson-hn9fx]

I'm taking up drone flying instead one cell lipos little to go wrong upgrading my rc car was a bad idea not that but evrytime I have fun with it rustler 4x4 vxl I'm afraid I'll destroy something then need to spend another $50-120 to fix it it's an endless money pit I'll buy a mavic 2 and take up drone flying more as an upgrade from my spark any way I know you were joking around enjoy the kite flying 👍🤣

[@erlingviksund4240]

Chaplin Johnson same!

[@cbrackin531]

2 string stunt kites are super fun. I fully recommend you do take up kite flying. Seriously My dad bought one and I thought that's lame, then I tried it, his kite is big almost 4ft wingspan it pulled me across the beach. Way more fun than it looks. I have 3 kites now....

[@Ngormanphotography]

Well I got a Parafoil that picks me up off the ground and I weigh 23,000lbs

[@bradkerr2798]

Let me introduce your brain and wallet to kiteboarding. Sorry.

[@meademorgan6614]

I’m a newbie to R/C cars and batteries. Didn’t know any of this information, batteries are $50.00 plus. A bit expensive to be buying new ones every few months because I didn’t know the correct charging/ discharging procedures. Great informative video.

[@thriftest]

I like to think Brett talks like this when he's sinking beers with the boys at the weekend :) Great vid!

[@edwardselesky6620]

Fairly new to the rc hobby and after watching some horrific lipo videos your segment on the care and use of them is a godsend. Thanks for posting this great advice!!!

[@maljohn6584]

Hi frend as a R/C flyer for 40 odd years flying top uk r/c shows for 20 years. and holding many r/c achievements. DO your self a favour and for get lipo batteries and electric models. ECT. You will come on FAR better with i/c aircraft as iv prooven so many times over the last 6 years or so as a R/C flying instructor. With the BRITISH MODEL FLYING ASSOCIATION. All the best in your pursuit in our great hobby .

[@jiakabery3550]

Things have changed soooooo much since I got into the hobby back in 87. Back then it was all about Sanyo Red or Yellow. That's all you needed to know. If you could afford them you got the reds for stock and yellow for modified. They had different discharge rates. Now i'm like...WTH is going on? I just learned not to store charged Lipos. So I better get out there and drive my newly acquired SC10. Thanks for the awesome video. I learned SOOOOOOO MUCH!!!

[@solarsynapse]

I still have and use the Sanyo yellow AA cells that I bought in 2000. 20 years old and still very good! They CAN make good products IF they want to.

[@josecruz3102]

You've help me out so much thank you for your videos . Currently I'm in a wheelchair n got into the hobby , I love it I even got my daughter's into it

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Awh, that's fantastic Jose! R/C is a great hobby for those with mobility issues but can still turn a wrench. I have a friend who is paraplegic from an ATV accident years ago, and now R/C is his love and outlet. It's great for the family too, and a good way to spend time with you daughter. Thank you for your comment and sharing that with us. If there is anything I can do for you, or questions that need answers, let me know! -Brett

[@GroggyGreg]

My oldest lipo is from 2011... and its still good, despite having had years of heavy use and lots of fast charges. It also has years of non use, stored at a full charge, no problem at all. What is important is not take the volts to low or to high, and do not short out a lipo... And if you loose a cell, only dispose of that cell, so many throwing out perfectly good cells...

[@ELValenin]

How do you just throw out one cell? rip the lipo apart or what!??!

[@herbie5263]

@@ELValenin 2s is a two cell, 3s is a three cell and so on... and that is basically you have 2 batteries(cells) connected in series each typically having 3,7 Volts that equals 7,4 Volts for a 2s Lipo...

[@ELValenin]

@@herbie5263 yeah I know that, but do you leave the broken cell in the lipo and just use it as for example a 3s instead of a 4s or do you unsolder it and take it off? How do you do that with a hard case pack?

[@herbie5263]

@@ELValenin Well first start with disassembling it (try not to damage any cells, and always make sure to know how to assemble it back again, when ever you tearing apart something) than you will see for yourself what to do ;-) There are many possibilities, but I dont think you would want to carry around that extra weight. Second: there are some rules you have to follow when making the conversions, you cant just pull one out and leave it like that. Maybe the most convenient thing to do for a beginner is to just use the remaining good cells as a three one cell batteries. Making a 4s to 3s conversion will require a new balancing wire. Try google for schematics how to connect them. I am sure there are many KZbin videos on how to make a conversion.

[@MrMaticevicmarin]

For me You are some kind of RC God, you really have the best advices, humble owner of Traxxas Summit and Jamara Lipon.

[@derekthrone6726]

Damn Brett!!!!! My hats off to you, I didnt hear, see or kno that you planted a surveillance cam in my garage!!!! But now since you've posted all my mistakes for the rest of the world to know, I guess I shud start practicing safe-lipo-usage!!! Great vid buddy👍👍

[@drog343]

Good tips, when I find that I need to dispose of lipos, etc. for damage or anything, I drop them off at something like a Batteries+, or anywhere that does safe disposal.

[@Boogie_the_cat]

Most 7-11 stores now have LiPo battery disposal. At least in California.

[@millervg6790]

This video is actually so helpful and I would never have known any of this and i would end up blowing my self up. Thanks keep up the great content

[@benjaminmcintosh857]

This video surprised me in how well it was delivered and how factual it was but please please recycle used batteries

[@scottmichael3745]

Agreed!

[@ryanlandry8214]

I agree, we shouldn't throw away valuable resources. Recycling is way better then destroying more land for mining lithium.

[@heeder777]

My local Home Depot has a battery recycling bin.. when I need to dispose of them I take them there. Fully discharged

[@troyflanagan173]

i don't have a cell checker just the 4 lights but the guy in store put in safe shut off time so you are are saying a full Lipo Battery is not good so drain the not right to the very bottom halfway Brett how much is cell checker and you 3. something for healthy batterys??

[@troyflanagan173]

cause i Already ready did that with 2 of my batterys Lipo of course charged my batterys and left them with all the wires unplugged only for about 4 days tops this stuff they don't tell you in the store i don't think my batterys are damaged cause there's a tec guy across and he checks them once in a while for says batterys are stronge and Good shape

[@erniea5843]

This video would have saved me tons of money if I had watched it 2 years ago. Good stuff!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

To the next two years! Cheers. -Brett

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Frequently Asked Questions: -What's a good Storage Charge Voltage?: It varies on the manufacturer recommendations, but typically around 3.70-3.85V. Please consult with your battery manufacturer or manual for exact voltage recommendations. -My charger doesn't have a Balance Mode? Some chargers, like some Venom units, only charge in Balance Mode, and will not allow you to charge in a non-balance state. If you are unsure if your charger is a Balance Charger, consult your owners manual or contact the manufacturer for clarification. -Can a LiPo really be thrown away in the trash? Preferably, a LiPo should be recycled at your local electronic recycling facility, but the materials used to make a LiPo are landfill safe, so yes, they are safe to thrown in the trash - once they are drained of all energy.

[@2shoestoo]

I needed this education, thanks for taking the time to educate us this technology.

[@DrDr-pg5br]

I don't have an RC anything let alone a LiPo battery. But now I am super smart. Thanks!

[@LivingLifeSlower]

With the exception of your use of vowels...

[@Mr69elco]

Finally, a well put together lipo guide. Thanks!

[@DionysiosKontakis]

Very well explained..... This video is a life saver to those new to this wonderful hobby. BRAVO..!!!

[@caseyfenton90]

Can't even express how helpful these videos are.

[@kenlacasse330]

New to the hobby myself. Just purchased a new balance charger and wanted to know the what and what on LiPos. Found this video and it was exactly the breakdown I was looking for to explain when and how to use the functions on my charger. Highly educational. Thank you!

[@AckageHSC]

Wow, useful information, as someone relatively new to the hobby and also only a casual user I have had batteries that went bad, I just assumed that like other batteries eventually they'll just go bad, now maybe I can prevent issues in the future. Also the charger I had didn't have a storage charge setting so I didn't know that was a thing until I got a traxxas id charger

[@JonJonsOutdoors]

Newer to the hobby and had no idea about discharging the batteries!! They should put a warning on them so us Rooks can figure it out. I lost 2 sets until I figured out what I was doing wrong!! Thanks A Main for the great content as usual!

[@RellsArmy]

I’m new aswell. Trying to figure out why abnormal valence port keeps coming up .

[@IIWaZII]

Im exactly the same. Wasted 6 batteries so gotta replace em now

[@justarandomyoutubeuser5074]

That's why i charge them at my enemy's house

[@David25522]

😂 👍

[@flynnrandall8669]

IKR same

[@justarandomyoutubeuser5074]

@@flynnrandall8669 like if it blows up it aint my problem no more

[@Chief_5]

👍👍🐸

[@jonyyyy3671]

Nice

[@UpInSmoke_420]

This has got to be the best video on Lipo's, straight to the point. Thanks man.

[@floydiandays]

Wish this video was out when I got in to lipo stuff. Great video! Succinct, informative and accurate! TY!

[@sunshynff]

Totally agree, there was a few out when I got in the hobby, and I made the newbie mistake of buying a crap charger, and doing zero research on how to charge. I'm retired firefighter, and back then, still on the job, I was cocky about the lipo danger I had heard a little about, thinking, "hell, I run into burning buildings, what's this little thing gonna do, spit at me." Well I hooked up brand new 4s 1300mah, charging on some quick charge setting I think, and not using the balance plug, because my first quad used the balance plug to power the vtx and camera(old school) so I thought that's all it was for. Luckily I did follow the rule about not leaving them unattended, and I did have it in a lipo bag, albeit a cheap one. Bout 3min later, heard a popping noise, by the time I figured out what it was, the fire was through the lipo bag (on a plastic table), a toy grade drone next to it, and my wall, were not only being impinged by the flames withing in seconds, but actually starting to burn. Big bad firefighter man, was running around like a chicken with his head cut off. Fire extinguisher was moved due to doing a remodel, so while wife is screaming and looking for extinguisher, I'm throwing a big mug of ice coffee on the fire, doing nothing, finally wife finds extinguisher, it was only ABC, but I had a larger than normal one, and lipo was past it's hottest burn phase, so the extinguisher put it out barely. Wish I could post pics on here. First thing I did after that, was read everything I could find on the internet and watched a bunch of videos, built me a battery bunker with sand bags and put it all in a back room in basement, in the middle of the room, on a concrete table with unfinished walls, two large fire extinguishers, and two smoke alarms. Well, I lied, first thing me n the wife did, was change our underwear, put some fans in open windows to air the place out, and walked up to the local Mexican restaurant and had several margaritas to calm our nerves..lol. Sorry this turned out to be a novel, didn't think I'd ramble this much on one story, but I was a firefighter for almost 25yrs, and I've seen fires so hot that it melted the paint off one side of our truck from 25ft away. But I have NEVER seen something so small and so innocent looking, get that hot, and put off that much energy, that fast, EVER. So anybody getting into the hobby, this isn't a safety nazi thing where we're just extra careful because we're old farts, this is one part of the hobby you can't mess around with, lipos fires are no joke, be careful all, and happy flying!!

[@michaelwhittaker5624]

Hey @@sunshynff thanks so much for retelling your experience with the lipos I thoroughly enjoyed your story and the fact that it came from a firefighter made it that much better.

[@Basin79]

Really appreciate this. I’ve only ever had nicad battery trucks before but all the “good stuff” use lipo and I really am worrying about bringing the big batteries in with the care they need. Seems a decent charger does most of the hard work.

[@jim9310]

Another great video. I've been an RC fanatic for close to twenty years now and it doesn't hurt for a little refresher every now and again

[@loquitos1972]

I'm old skool and don't have LiPo (yet) but your tips make sense. Thanks for that and besides you got a clear and bright voice. Perfect for this kind of video tips & tricks !! Cheers!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Thanks Sanny! If and when you switch to LiPo and need a hand, let us know! -Brett

[@rugger8787]

lipo are great longer run time and more power just some draw backs

[@bryanhall9230]

Great video! I have recently come back to RC and did not use lipo years back. This video gave me great storage info, thank you!

[@calvex1860]

Thanks man I just got a new lipo for the first time. Thanks for the information

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Great, congrats on picking up your first LiPo. They're great batteries that last a long time with proper care. Let us know if there is anything else we can do for you. -Brett

[@CptAngelKGaming]

As with most hobby things, those are wildly exaggerated. I've had RC car lipo batteries for years and I just now got a storage charger. I used to charge them with generic China made chargers that came with the cars. 2s and 3s. All perfectly operational even after sitting for years. No swealling or anything of the short. Just make sure you don't store them fully charged or empty and they'll be fine.

[@arnepielhoff8073]

good advise, I´m totaly new to the Lipo thing... was driving Gas and older Elektric RC´s... that helped me alot!

[@PartyIfIWantTo]

Just getting back into RC hobby. Never used labels before. Thank you so much for all the perfect info. keep up the good work.

[@jesusbravo6436]

I purchased a lipo a few months ago and haven’t used it thanks for this video

[@clayton8465]

Great info for new people entering into the RC hobby.

[@hogrydr100]

just starting in rc trucks. thanks for the great info/tips. now off to investigate the best lipos and best charger to purchase

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Great to hear you return to r/c! For those batteries and charger, I can offer some solutions. But is this for racing, or to bash and play? -Brett

[@PhilBender612]

Very well done, I think a lot of people into rc need to hear this.

[@fiwarelli]

Just got my traxxas x maxx,, and I was wondering how to best go about it. Now the batteries are on storage chargeing for the night. Tomorrow, there will be bashing :D Also shout out to kevin talbot, that guy is a legend!

[@NordicRC]

Good one. No. 11 could be about LiPo bags and boxes for storage and charging.

[@dominicmillerca]

Very useful and educational video. But one important comment about your advice number 10, batteries must NEVER be disposed of in your household garbage or recycling bins under any circumstances. 😬

[@erkl8823]

Quick question, is a "Supulse" B3 V2 10w charger all I need for a Zeee 5200mah? Or do I have to get something that has a digital readout to know exactly what voltage the battery is at? Sorry, I just don't understand. Not sure if what I bought is strictly for balance/storage charging...or if that fully charges it & when the Esc5 sguts it off that's the correct amount for storage?

[@aleszubak1425]

Thank god somebody mentioned this.

[@therealshadygaming468]

I just got my first lipo because I’ve been on Nickel for most of my rc days. Thanks for the info

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Great! R/C cars love LiPo power. Treat it with respect and you will receive the same. -Brett

[@MotCogs]

Spektrum Smart LiPos for the win!

[@kendotek9414]

I've been in the hobby for quite a while, it's good to have a refresher on things that us old heads might get complacent about.

[@joellofquist2537]

I balance charge every couple of runs from what I understood when I got my lipos you could use the other charging methods like lipo charge lipo store and fast charge

[@troyflanagan173]

Thank you Brett Now i pretty much know now just Compalated some times with these Trucks because they have been so Advanced like the Battery Lipos

[@TheRcSaylors]

Well said A Main!! What a great, informative video 👍⚓😃

[@AndrewMurphy8383]

here is tip for you and nate abby here is a tip use zip lock back put them in there and zip them up and then take small coolleer with soada can ice pack put them in there i got that from a ama mag and never had problems

[@christiansrcs7789]

Hiiii

[@Bigstan445]

Why tf did u put a anchor

[@nateaxelson7780]

the rc saylors!!!!!!!

[@whiskers232]

Great information. New LiPo user and there is lot of info in the video that was missing in the LiPo's documentation

[@advancedtacmachine]

I have watched many Lipo videos this is the best. Good info things I actually need to know

[@ReezLah.]

Can you use a Li-on charger and charge a Li-po battery?

[@FatherandSon_RC]

Great video. We are always concerned about the batteries that come with a used RC. I monitor the first few charges closely, checking for swelling, temperature, and cells that struggle to balance. And we always charge at 1c. We had a house fire in our town, which was caused by someone improperly charging a lipo for their RC. Always use lipo charging bags and never leave unattended! We try to balance charge when we are wrenching and prepping cars and then storage charge the used lipos while cleaning the cars after running them. Having multiple chargers does help.

[@TsterMr63]

Homeowner's insurance application: "Do you own any lithium polymer batteries?" "Yes." "Insurance DENIED!!"

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Noooooooo

[@grejen711]

Ha. I fly a paramotor with 4kwh of Lipo batteries. (Eight 22,000mah 6S Bonkas). I was still able to obtain liability insurance for it.

[@tomb1598]

Thanks for the great video. I put all my batteries away in storage mode, but here in Canada we can’t fly for months on end in the winter. I’m going to spend the day checking them and recharging them to storage levels. Just to be safe. Thanks again.

[@Olkowsr]

Great video, I left one in the car (got really lucky). Came out to the car in Florida after 4hrs in 90F, well it puffed like mad. Thanks for the video!

[@chriskirby9745]

I don't think it was the 4 hours of sitting rather the fact it was 90° lipos don't like alot of heat..if it was cooler out you probably would of been ok

[@BuggSmasher]

@@chriskirby9745 Was the puffing because they were charged and in the heat?

[@chriskirby9745]

Hard to say but they are temp sensitive.... usually warm cells mean damage

[@aaronsalais3477]

Brett, Thank you for these care and maintenance videos on both cars but LIHV LIPO shorties also.

[@yoghurt1]

Wow, very clear and informative! I learnt quite a bit from your video in addition to what I already knew. Great narration too. Thank you and keep those videos coming!

[@FlyingFun.]

100% agree, I learned all this over the course of some years and it cost me in batteries , wish this info was readily available back then...

[@RADERFPV]

All great points. You're a great speaker bro, very well done.

[@UKbigga]

the best video i've seen for along while. perfect.

[@Gorealawarfare]

Awesome video man keep up the good work over there this is really good info that a lot of the newcomers to the Hobby need to learn I have a hard time trying to get people to even read the manual to their lipo charger and batteries that they have to have and I usually try to talk them into nickel Metals at that point.

[@joeys5429]

totally different output

[@superglue46]

Good info that I will definitely be following. Genuine question tho because I'm really new to this: If LiPo packs are so picky and sensitive to temperature and state of charge during storage etc, then how do all these EVs get away with not blowing up or having 1 year pack life, etc?

[@josiahstoltzfus282]

Because EVs use lithium-ion cells.

[@superglue46]

@@josiahstoltzfus282 wow, yeah, missed that little detail haha definitely a silly question on my part.

[@Jursaw]

I didnt know about the storage discharge mode. Going to start doing that

[@adamzimmerman5773]

Just took a venom lipo battery out of a box that was sitting for 9 years. Took a full charge, balanced and working great.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Was it brand new in the box? -Brett

[@RazorRC]

Excellent video and some very good information there!

[@brandoncrimmins6296]

I’m 3 minutes into a 10 minute video and you’ve thoroughly convinced me that I made the right decision sticking with NITRO! This seems like a major pain in the ass... I think I’ll trade my couple of brushless models now and get some more NITRO!

[@MrMartyPlays]

You do you, man

[@Jason1Pa]

This video answered a lot of questions I had. Was simple and to the point. Thanks

[@originalkontrol]

Good tips, especially to hear from a pro at A-main. You hear a lot of this and that out there, so it’s good to get something from you guys. Thanks!

[@MyRAMSEES]

Hey Erik,, can you please give me a summary of what to do with brand new lipos that theyve been setting there foe a while like months or pass a year,,,I'll really appreciate it

[@fragu123]

Batteries shall be recycled..!✅

[@liquid815]

Great info....increase HO Insurance or go back to buying a box of nimh, matching cells, build the pack, then just keep jammin the novak charge till the shrink wrap starts melting off....should have some good torque!

[@SteadfastRC]

This is why I am still running NIMH batteries in 2020 oh, don't get me wrong I love lipos and use them all the time but sometimes I just like the Simplicity of charge it and use it!

[@dkastil]

Do you still have a flip phone seriously he’s not talking about anything too complicated.

[@SteadfastRC]

@@dkastil I think you missed the point I was making is that you don't have to babysit NIMH batteries at all it doesn't matter if they're undercharged or storage charged or what, by comparison you have to treat lipos like a bad nephew, you can never take your eye off them unless they're storage charged, trust me I know all about lipos I've been using them in my RC cars and quads for years

[@dkastil]

@@SteadfastRC that is not exactly true I ran “safe” nimh in my 3PK for the reasons you say , ,and it had a meltdown in my transmitter almost killing it.

[@SteadfastRC]

@@dkastil what is a 3pk? I've been using nicad and NIMH batteries for about 30 years now, the only time I've seen catastrophic failure like that is from a direct short or putting in or drawing too much current through the batteries.

[@dkastil]

@@SteadfastRC you have been using nimh for 30 years and don’t know what a 3PK is lol 😂 I have been in rc for longer than that get with the times.

[@billderas3420]

Brett, Really appreciated the info about not storing lipos in refrigerators/freezers too. Didn't know that one; and, have a friend that is doing such. FYI...Got a lot of my previous r/c knowledge from your excellent Kevin J when he was in the Bay Area; but, you are my hero at AMain for sharing your thoughts via these videos. Cheers from a Platinum member!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Thank you Bill! Kevin J is the man and a local hero of ours. We're extremely lucky to have him on our team. -Brett

[@SaiKelly]

Really helpful thanks man. Just wanted to know what to set my low voltage alarm to for land and air RC.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Probably around 3.6V a cell. Are you using a cutoff as well, or only an alarm? -Brett

[@giovannids3848]

I liked the part where he talked about LiPos

[@josephgottwald9445]

This was so informal

[@BC_E91]

Can you time stamp that part?

[@giovannids3848]

LAMO

[@lifewithcarter9614]

Me too

[@ChirpFPV]

@@giovannids3848 i think you mean lmao because lamo means laughing ass my off

[@scorpiondude1392]

Thanks for the vid! I didn't know what to do with my lipos when I charge them but I don't use them for a couple of days because I heard that they could be damaged that way, so I used the storage discharge so it can be healthy.

[@benjamindavidson632]

Lipo's: the day electric rc's got more complicated than nitro cars.

[@Aerogrow]

eh; nimh for racing were not all that much better, just different. I don't miss the days of bulb light strings discharging; custom matching cell sticks and soldering all connections for a 5-6min run time.

[@JohnJohnson-hn9fx]

@@Aerogrow I've have a 3s 5000mah traxxas lipo which I have left fully charged on 3-4 occasions for 7 day periods is the battery still safe to use have i just wasted $130 dollars for 10-15 runs I didn't watch videos about storage to much and most recently I didn't use it for 10 days I did use the storage function fully this video says I have done everything wrong should I be buying a new expensive lipo and use it correctly I'm kinda annoyed that I have most likely destroyed an expensive battery.

[@Aerogrow]

@@JohnJohnson-hn9fx Should be fine, as long as its not swelling. You are just trying to adopt patterns to slow down electrolyte decomposition, fancy name for the battery breaking down and releasing oxygen and co2. Once battery swells and break down enuff into its base compositions the postive/negative shorts internally and cause a spectualr fireworks display. With good pratices you can get 3 years or even more, bad pratices i've seen them go in a couple months. Most imprtant things; keep bateries in a lipo bag at all times. I melted a brand new losi scte by being lazy once with a questionable battery by leaving in car overnight. The highest risk times are charging, followed by running and then time affter running. That all said; the battery tech is well worth the headaches; nimh was a nightmare way beyond this with cell memory, high IR and horrible run times. I used to have contacts inside battery companies to get the secret matched cells at 200+ per "build your own pack" during nihm heydays.

[@JohnJohnson-hn9fx]

@@Aerogrow ok so it's only swelled at the top at the most half a cm should I start charging in a lipo bag incase it blows up and burns my house down

[@Aerogrow]

@@JohnJohnson-hn9fx Basically, questionable at this point if its swelling, means battery has started breaking down. If it heats up or swells more, discharge and recycle. Store and charge in lipo bag; use garage/outside when possible. Consider a risk at this point. Battery that quick on swelling; check charge rates / balancer and make sure lipo cutoff is set for 3s. Those are the two major lipo killers (overcharging and undervolting).

[@observinghumanity3034]

I use a voltage meter alarm connected to the balance lead of my batteries and set to alarm at 3.7, so that I can decide whether to keep running I until my esc cuts power at 3.4, or stop at 3.7 since the cells voltage will usually rest back up to a safe storage charge of 3.8-3.85. I sometimes also set the volt meters to 3.6, so it takes less effort for me to storage charge my lipos later.

[@cloudwind23]

Underrated comment! This is a very useful tip! What type/brand of voltage meter alarm do you use?

[@BDcumminsdiesel]

Great info stuff I already knew and do but great for new people getting into the hobby well explained Brett

[@JoshWeaverRC]

And always great to reinforce the storage charge. Makes me want to buy the new thing that auto puts-batteries at storage-charge.

[@jefferyfrost7662]

Great video with tons of useful information. It sure made me happy that invested in matched Spektrum Smart Technology LiPo batteries and charger to make things a lot easier (and safer) for a guy getting back into the hobby after many years.

[@sk1nj0b]

Thank you so much. You've avoided a disaster. Also, I have literally checked every box of your 10 mistakes. What have I won?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

You have won knowledge. -Brett

[@lyriian1641]

Wasn't looking into this for RC purposes but thanks for the info. Helped me figure out what to do with a bunch of old LiPo's

[@rosscajayon8177]

Always unplug the battery when done playing/using.

[@taisn1110]

I learned this the hard way hehe...

[@CathyPortillo]

Just hopped back to rc hobby and i was looking up when do i need to charge when i want or unless the battery is low

[@dsbrothers2898]

New to the rc world. Great info, thanx.👍👊

[@jonathanw5500]

Just got into RC and didn’t have a clue so thank you very much!

[@whiteyguitar666]

The real harm in keeping them in a fridge is when you come home drunk and you take a bite out of one lol

[@RCInsiders]

That's the funniest thing I've heard in a while 😀

[@troyflanagan4237]

Thinking of buying the Kraton outcast Brett

[@toddmerriott6901]

6 months! Good to know, I was storage chargeing mine every 2

[@VegasRC]

Yep essential info. And to add knowing theres a lipo problem developing. (1) voltage drop under load. Voltage telemetry if you're equipped will drop more than a little during heavy throttle. Or an alarm/buzzer sounds then goes silent during heavy throttle or if lvc triggers with fully charged batteries under heavy load. (2) warmer to touch than normal or hot battery while charging. Generally 1 cell voltage on charger read will be well behind in voltage. This is when you toss the battery cause of a bad cell thats warning you it may swell open/burst causing damage.

[@chriskirby9745]

Easy hack..set your cutoff to storage voltage..my esc cuts out at 3.8v per cell so I don't have to throw them on the charger for storage mode after a run

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Easy, safe and saves you time from having to storage charge after use. Great recommendation. -Brett

[@chriskirby9745]

@David M I still get a hour out of 3300mah 3s in my crawlers

[@billplaisance6387]

Wow, great video. Since I’m very new to Lipo batteries, I guess I’m glad to say I’m glad I’m going with Traxxas batteries and charger when I buy my new Maxx here in the next day or so. Call me crazy and have every reason to to retort but since these batteries can be so dangerous, I like the idea of Traxxas’s charger automatically setting itself up to whatever battery I plug into it because of the ID system. If those of you who would have something wrong with my idea are people who know each and everything about Lipo batteries and chargers and can just pretty much never have to worry about burning the house down or the garage or the shop or their car from charging a battery wrong then kudos to you but, I don’t feel that confident in it and even if I did, I just feel safer Using Traxxas batteries and chargers and let their charger set itself up to whatever battery I have plugged into it. I know I’ll spend more money on their charger and their batteries but if that’s the peace of mind I can get while doing that then that’s more than worth it to me.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

If you get one of the Live chargers, you can use the app on your phone for increased data and other helpful info; it's actually really nice! You can't go wrong with the Traxxas system, it is extremely convenient and effective Bill. We compare Traxxas chargers in this video Bill; check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIbOnaidrL2Kr8U -Brett

[@juconkey420]

Thank you very much. Great video. I needed that.

[@CoughingPig]

I wish there was this kind of detailing for future german car buyers to know what they're about to get into 😎. Great vid bro 👍🏻

[@christianolsson2898]

Alright I listened to the whole shebang; I consider myself educated in handling my LiPoos. Now onto using the LiPoo.....