Check out some great RC flying eBooks

Li-po battery packs swelling

by Greg
(Green Bay)

2 cell 430mAh Li-Po batts charged at 0.5 amp have blown up like ballons, two battery packs already. What am I doing wrong?

Comments for
Li-po battery packs swelling

Click here to add your own comments

Jul 02, 2010
 re: Li-po battery packs swelling
by: Pete

Are you using a Li-Po specific charger? You're charging at just over 1C which isn't good for many packs, particularly the cheaper poorer quality ones. Charging at a lower rate (1C would be .43A, 0.8C would be 0.34A) is better and might prevent the swelling.
Don't use them if they're badly swollen, they need to be carefully disposed of. I would recommend contacting the seller if they're new packs, getting their advice as well.

Click here to add your own comments

Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How?
Simply click here to return to Ask an RC Question

Learn to fly RC!

Beginner's Guide To Flying RC Airplanes

The Beginner's Guide To Flying RC Airplanes eBook is the essential companion if you're thinking about getting in to this fun and exhilarating hobby.
Step-by-step guidance all the way from choosing a suitable plane to your first successful flights!
Downloadable in minutes, more info here.

Looking to shop?

Visit Red Rocket Hobbies

Visit RC Planet