GUIDE: How to Charge a LiPo Battery

[@derekwagner157]

Hugely assistive video. New to LiPo and had been overwhelmed by it. You made it much easier to sort out! Thanks!!

[@idog5423]

oooooh gardening sounds fun. I'm glad that you're able to get outside right now.

[@swagdaddydiego6643]

Gardening is EPIC.

[@volcanicus3459]

thanks luke, just made the jump to lipos and it was rather intimidating at first knowing these things can explode... this was really helpful and i feel much more comfortable using them now :)

[@congokael8087]

I just did my first plug change on a lipo today (XT30 to XT60) - and of course used your video as reference! Thanks for this new installment!

[@cascas1672]

Man ive always wanted to learn this stuff

[@tonysnow4159]

Best video I've seen on batteries you just got straight to the point 🎉🎉🎉

[@liamsomeone6333]

Just as I was going to return my chinesium charger and get a good one from hobbyking, your e3 charger is back in stock and this vid pops up. Thanks so much.

[@Noodll]

I was actually looking for a guide like this, and my man uploaded it just at the right time!

[@obi-wankenobi8778]

A really great field charger/discharger is the ToolkitRC M8S. ~$50, with a display, can balance charge up to an 8s battery, (Li-Po, Li-Fe, Li-Ion, Ni-Mh, or Lead Acid)

[@Pxe-qh3tj]

Thanks! The video was good and the explanation was good. Right before this video I almost blew up my old charger!

[@woomyntime488]

Just one less thing for me to explode I guess

[@Sunny-yf5eu]

I got this notification right after I struggled to charge my 2s

[@nickchao8499]

Nice bro

[@mike_t_007]

The algorithm is in your house!

[@ryansadventures8708]

I appreciate you making this video because I plan on buying a Jupiter and since I need a 3s Lipo for it to work I don’t want to be stupid and burn my house down.

[@PlayingAmongtheStars]

Just bought a LiPo and charger from y'all! This is awesome thanks!

[@chesterrory]

Awesome, informative video! Thank you!

[@simondavanzo4716]

Having run an RC car club for about a decade I've seen more lipo problems charging with 'lipo safety bags' than without. Cells will expand well before catching fire and if you can see that you can stop charging before it goes up. Bags are safer if it does go wrong, but mean that failure is more likely. That said its worth mentioning that in all those years I've only seen 4 proper lipo fires - 2 human error (wrong cell type selected) and 2 from accidental punctures.

[@magnoliaonly6488]

Hey Im out of darts Legit Everyone after he shoots one: *Are u sure about that*

[@BronzeDragon0009]

I mean yeah he has balls not darts.

[@magnoliaonly6488]

@@BronzeDragon0009 lol

[@luketanton4056]

Does the advice for the first two apply to the Imax B3 and B6 chargers which are similar?

[@didgeridont1066]

This was very helpful. Thanks!

[@outofdarts]

You're welcome!

[@lostinperiphery]

At 13:07, even though you set the storage rate to 6a, once the charger started discharging it seems to top out at 0.8a…. Or am I missing something? (I just got an imax b6, and noticed my discharge rate is only around 0.6a) Related, if you set the “storage amps” at 6a, and your battery voltage had been LOWER than the end storage voltage, would that 6a setting risk charging the battery UP to storage at an amperage higher than the battery can handle?

[@outofdarts]

The discharge rate is limited as a safety feature of the chargers to keep things from getting too hot. Any setting you make is the maximum possible if could go. In practice, the charger will do only as much as it determines is safe.

[@shiramyers]

For that first charger, can you charge any liPo on that? I’ve got a similar charger and a 3S 2200 mAh 50c liPo battery and wondering if it’s safe to charge?

[@OptiTron43]

if you use a lipo for a little bit of time every day, say for a bit of target practice and drills, would it be better to storage charge it after the 3rd or 4th day? or can i keep plucking away safely at the battery until it’s time to recharge it?

[@Skrtttttttttt]

Hi love The Video i got the D2 and i use it for Charging my 6S Lipo, now i have also a 4S but The D2 Dosen’t have The same connector Size so i have to buy onother charger or There are some adaptor?

[@koolBOY8323]

can we get an update with the venom pro charger included? it doesn't come with any sort of alarm, or charging enclosure. the USB is also pretty short, so having it attached to a laptop or on top of a computer tower is going to be common. do you have any thoughts?

[@Bad-dl2ks]

When your so early that the video hasn’t even completely finished loading.

[@doubledog5894]

Hello. Great topic. Question, I’m new to the hobby and I have a basic LiPo charger - Ultra Power UP4AC. I have both 1/18 and 1/24 WLtoys cars which use these tiny 2S LiPo’s in the 400-2200 mah range. My charger runs 1, 2 or 3 amps. For these smaller batteries below 1000 mah, do I charge with the 1 amp setting or do I need to upgrade my charger so I can charge lower amps? Thanks.

[@mr.j1013]

Another great video, thank mate

[@ChazMations]

I wish they had a kit of the bag, charger, tester and more

[@robertsanchez8123]

I heard your video but still lost, I changed my lipo battery with a Prodigy 610ez and I got a good charge the first time, at 97% and discharge it at 54% is that ok for storage ?

[@ksawery6568]

After playing airsoft with my new 2s 2000mah lipo, one of the cells read around 4V, whilst the other one discharged to 2.8V. I’ve read that they should always discharge equally, and never below 3V. They both charge up to 4.2V using a balance charger. Is the battery broken and should I get rid of it, or is there a potential fix? Thanks

[@Pxe-qh3tj]

I was thinking of buyng the bronto lipo safety bag do you think its good?

[@Hygenikz]

Do you have a beginner’s guide for LIPO battery users who use it for Laegendary Triton brushed 1:20 scale & Laegenary Sonic brushless 1: 16 scale? I would really appreciate any help I can get.

[@hadynmcloughlin4661]

HI could you help at all? My new Zapper Lipo battery says 'over voltage' even after setting it to the correct specs. What am I doing wrong?! New to the hobby and dont want to kill my first battery, Could it be that the battery charger settings itself are wrong? Thanks in advance

[@outofdarts]

Hi! Shoot us an email at [e-mail]! It will be much easier to help you over there.

[@hadynmcloughlin4661]

@@outofdarts sorted thanks

[@mr.eggiplier4030]

Is it ok to charge it overnight? I found mine after several years and lost the manual, so I don't remember:/

[@edgarh.8087]

When you’re battery is fully charged after charging do I leave the battery charging or do I disconnect and leave it aside until I’m gonna play? Or do I leave it plugged in the gun?

[@outofdarts]

It's best practice after your battery is fully charged to unplug it from the charger and set it aside in a LiPo bag until it is time to use your blaster. Keeping a battery on a charger or in a blaster (especially one without a cutoff switch) is more likely to cause problems than storing it.

[@azzabas2827]

So do I have to let all of the cells on the basic one go green for the 2 cell plug in 6:19

[@hawknotfunny5322]

Man I wish I new this

[@Brunkin]

When is there a charger to lipo 2s battery in Your shop?

[@holdupmaster]

always curious how the amp-hours became so prevalent with RC when Whs seems to be more common on the home batteries.

[@manoahdonker]

what are dose little buzzer for then? and how do you use the duzzer

[@Bombarty]

I have the first basic charger and when I plug in my 11.1v 140mah battery it flashed red on all three cells what do I do

[@martus606cz5]

7:58 How do i find out how many A can i enter there

[@dawnwilson8135]

What is a good cage and flywheel setup that I can get at your shop that will hit between 120 and 130 on 3s and uses Valkyries and is the red artifact cages a low Crush to medium crush I cannot tell if it is what is a good fly weel for it

[@gasman442]

How long can you leave them in a storage charge state? If I leave them in that state for the winter months, are they ok or do I need to storage charge them again after so long?

[@nikhilmanda355]

So on the basic charger all of the lights have to be green to put it in your blaster correct

[@eleanordawes8634]

I know this isn't related to charging the lipo but how do you know what lipo is best for what blaster I've kind of got stuck trying to find out

[@rasheedgregory3459]

Ok my charger shows total and individual cell voltage....the manual says it will beep and stop charging automatically. I have 3s batts and for some reason it charges it pass 11.1 volts and doesn't beep...does that mean the charger is faulty "even though it's relatively new" or the battery total capacity is higher than it says?

[@duoraziel1979]

I have a Imax B6 charger. You used to sell them and don't have in stock anymore. Is there a issue with that charger? I have had great experiences with its settings and alarms. Also I use the extended 2s and 3s cables I got from either ood or foam blast(I don't remember who tho)to have more room to keep batt in a lipo bag..are those cables still ok to use?

[@stevendepascale8364]

I can’t find anything I’m looking for how to a charge a two wire just 1s lipo I have adapters thaat fit but do I need it to be like a 2s with est only battery I don’t understand I don’t wanna plug in and have a fire

[@jesse1794]

Do I need to storage charge them after I just used them and they are out of juice?

[@laggypenguin7107]

Any advice on how to charge a 14s battery ? Great content btw !

[@cesarango01]

Question. If I have a battery of 1550mah. Do I go 1.6 or lower to 1.5? I have no tenths on my charger. Thank you.

[@vampiremey7666]

I have a question,can i use a 800mah charger to charge a 2200mah lipo battery? Will it do any harm or somethings else please tell me.

[@linyanaung461]

Can you give me an advice of how much amps do I charge my battery?I'm using a yokomo yz 114 plus charger and the battery is 4200 MAH 3 cell. I want to charge as fast as possible but in a safe way. Can u give me an advice?

[@Wuqz]

Would it be okay to charge a 850mah battery at 0.8 amps? This would barely be under 1c.. I'd rather not buy a new charger but I also don't want to screw anything up.

[@DiogoSantos-ln1nz]

So it doesn't matter if the batter is at 25% or 75%, I still charge it the same way and the charger takes care of stopping when it reaches the maximum voltage right?

[@outofdarts]

For the most part, yes. The more expensive chargers have other options, like storage charge, but they all charger similarly. Make sure you read the owners manual of your particular charger, though. Our knowledge doesn't compare to the people that actually built the product you're using.

[@il_dav]

What can i do of red light don’t turn in? 6:07

[@mmelkku4944]

is a lipo bag absolutely a must have

[@mmelkku4944]

i bought an airsoft gun and forgot the lipo bag

[@outofdarts]

A LiPo bag is the bare minimum for safe charging, storage, and handling. We strongly recommend getting one. - Perry

[@suchitchandrashekhar3064]

for 3c 11.1v how much time would be sufficient for a battery to get fully charged?

[@MrSaghezi]

how did you get the 4c discharge rate?

[@Aexeq]

I'm glad I watched some guides and realized, that a 1ah 30C won't power 2 fangs. Also I learned how to use my battery's safely. I hope I don't screw up that voltmeter placement to be good looking and providing me crucial information.

[@arghyadas5789]

How much A should I select for a 6s 16000mah 15c lipo battery

[@prodHazo]

So what king of battery do i need for 60c 3,500mAH (7.4v) battery?

[@outofdarts]

Please read our guide below on LiPo safety, care and use. LiPo batteries require very specific charging, a LiPo alarm and safe storage practices: outofdarts.com/pages/lipo-safety We’d be happy to answer any more of your questions! Just shoot us an e-mail to [e-mail]. We are on e-mail much more consistently than social media and will respond to you much more promptly there!

[@dawnwilson8135]

Is red artifact cage and you weel (out of dart weels ) with valcery a good set up for hvz?

[@DBZSeanzie]

First time even thinking about using a lipo and this is so stressful. This helps. If I’m understanding this correctly I can charge a battery, use it, store it at less than full charge post using, then charge it again just prior to use. Am I correct that a lipo should always be stored safety when not in use? Cannot leave it in the blaster?

[@outofdarts]

Correct. More detailed information about LiPo safety and LiPo alarms can be found here: outofdarts.com/pages/lipo-safety Hope this helps!

[@DBZSeanzie]

@@outofdarts thanks so much! Just got into nerf 12/2020, and have been buying up some blasters, and doing some light modding. Just got the spectrum and wanted to beef it up. Thanks again

[@akosiraulo1433]

Hello that lipo battery can i also in 2 way radio? And what is the discharge voltage.

[@outofdarts]

It depends on the battery. We have specs on each of our battery listings. If you have any more questions, shoot us an email to [e-mail] - Perry

[@jayjay_7174]

Muchas gracias Señor 🤙🏻

[@robertholmes5550]

How come when I charge and get three green lights if I plug back in it goes back to three red and will recharge before use ?

[@outofdarts]

That's a good question! Shoot us an email to [e-mail] so we can assist you further.

[@robertholmes5550]

@@outofdarts ok I have done hopefully you can help with my issue

[@davidrc6258]

great video. Why RC cars Lipo battery are always "dangerous" while laptop, mobile phone and many other appliance seems safer?

[@outofdarts]

Household Li-ion batteries run at a lower current, and have built-in control circuitry which theoretically makes them safer. Hobby-Grade LiPos run at a higher current draw and have no control circuitry, which is why we strongly recommend the use of LiPo Alarms.

[@deehive]

Can i charge using the xt60 cord only?

[@liamsomeone6333]

Do you know a good rapidstrike mod guide with bobololo's switch plate? I'm a pretty new modder and the only good mod guide I know is the mtb one, but that's a dual switch set up

[@JasonHdn]

My balance charger will only work for my 3s 5000mah battery if I charge at 2.2 or less. Does it matter?

[@sethpriestman3246]

I am confused about the safety switch... I was going to get one but then Luke said that what you have to take it out when your not using it...I'm so confused

[@falconfury1302]

You only plug it in when using the blaster. This will beep when you need to charge. When charging, take the alarm off.

[@eleanordawes8634]

Do all these things apply to imr batteries aswell

[@outofdarts]

They certainly don't hurt, but IMRs have protected cells, so the risk of fire or other issues are lessened.

[@WilhelmScreamer]

So the simple one can not do a storage charge?

[@texrolyat]

Are there safer lithium ion batteries available for nerf? Seems like a lot of hoops to jump through for these batteries. Thanks!

[@frogsbutfrogs]

lifepo4 batteries by coolook that are rechargeable work

[@eleanordawes8634]

So how do you know if your battery is done

[@outofdarts]

It really depends on the charger. Read the user manual for your specific model thoroughly for more accurate information.

[@killervinx]

My battery charger blinks red and doesn't charge the battery, I try to disconnect it and plug it back in but nothing

[@obiwonkenobi]

I have a love hate relationship with these damn lipo bats

[@tiaedwards8320]

How do I charge my yowoo graphene battery ?

[@countofserenno7605]

Has anyone got the battery check lower cell voltage error on the turnigy accucell c150 charger? I got a turnigy 1.5 2s lipo about a week ago and am trying to get it to storage charge. In the manual it says "Cell voltage of the battery pack is lower the termination voltage control (TVC), check the battery and the TVC setting, then restart." I already tried with the TVC setting at the lowest (3,000 mV/S). Hobbyking said the battery would be shipped at 30% charge and I have not used it.

[@benjaminscordamaglia6031]

What is the maximum charge for a 4s battery. Because when I plug it into my drone it starts beeping when the battery is at 15.5 volts. Thanks!

[@outofdarts]

Please read our guide below on LiPo safety, care and use. LiPo batteries require very specific charging, a LiPo alarm and safe storage practices. outofdarts.com/pages/lipo-safety We’d be happy to answer any more of your modding questions! Shoot us an e-mail to [e-mail]. We are on e-mail much more consistently than social media and will respond to you much more promptly there!

[@valdemareklund5269]

My Charger started a loud fan is that normal?

[@onetwo9824]

What if you completely discharged the battery on your first flight and than left it for a week or so?

[@hugoK1000]

So how do you know when it's fully charged? Looking at the volts?

[@outofdarts]

The voltage display and/or beep varies by model. Read through your charger's manual to know what to expect when the battery is fully charged. If you have any further questions, shoot us an email to [e-mail]; we can explain in much more detail there.

[@soumiksaha720]

@@outofdarts Bro if i store this battery with long time with storage voltage in safe place , that storage time period without any reason this types of battery can explore ? Actually i am new user in this battery.

[@driohd4259]

Is it dangerous when you charge a 10 cell NiMh battery with a charger that is rated for 4 to 8 cell NiMh batteries?

[@ianquinn9121]

Lots of good information- curious though as to how to fix a battery that is out of balance though. I have one of your Turnigy Graphene 950mah 65c 3s lipos 2x cells are reading normal ranges but the 3rd cell is dead like .08v - is my battery done? or can it be saved? thanks

[@eggbag4182]

Yeah, I think I'll use IMRs instead.

[@Tbug20]

How do I know how many Cs my battery can take? The instructions don't specify, it looks like they used the same one for every battery so it's super generic on info.

[@outofdarts]

Shoot us an email to [e-mail] and we'd be happy to help with specifics!

[@GanLepig]

5:27 it blinking red for me

[@stephenwhitney2666]

I have a question about Lipos, is it a bad thing to have a C rating many times higher then what I will ever use? I have a 1.5 ah 80C Lipo and I’m only using Valkyrie motors (28 amp stall current) will it fry the micro switch? Or will it be just fine?

[@phr3ui559]

What does “C” mean

[@dirtrider88]

so 3c charge rate for a 350 mAh battery would be just over 1 amp? why isnt there any calculators on google that could tell me that

[@johntuffy5721]

1c is the maximum charge rate . 1c will reduce cycle life of your battery. If you want the most cycles , charge at .2 c .

[@smingjr]

How long does it take to charge the .95 at 4.75 amps? A quick response would be appreciated.

[@aviation4lifedk]

Help My turnigy is flashing red

[@alexread4800]

Why xt 60 and not xt 30

[@contraststriker8198]

Really prefer NIMH for nitro cars. Imagine a battery fire with the tank full of nitro.

[@outofdarts]

Thanks for your perspective. I don't suppose we have that problem with blasters 😅, but LiPos certainly have their limits.

[@lukashilverda6375]

🎉

[@szymonzak6681]

You should use gardening gloves