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Unlike NiCd batteries, lithium-polymer batteries are environmentally friendly. For safety reasons, it’s best that LiPo cells be fully discharged before disposal (however, if physically damaged it is NOT recommended to discharge LiPo cells before disposal - see below for details). The batteries must also be cool before proceeding with disposal instructions. To dispose of LiPo cells and packs:
1. If any LiPo cell in the pack has been physically damaged, resulting in a swollen cell or a split or tear in a cell’s foil covering, do NOT discharge the battery. Jump to step 5.
2. Place the LiPo battery in a fireproof container or bucket of sand.
3. Connect the battery to a LiPo discharger. Set the discharge cutoff voltage to the lowest possible value. Set the discharge current to a C/10 value, with “C” being the capacity rating of the pack. For example, the “1C” rating for a 1200mAh battery is 1.2A, and that battery’s C/10 current value is (1.2A / 10) can be used, such as a power resistor or set of light bulbs as long as the discharge current doesn’t exceed the C/10 value and cause an overheating condition. For LiPo packs rated at 7.4V and 11.1V , connect a 150 ohm resistor with a power rating of 2 watts (commonly found at Radio Shack)to the pack’s positive and negative terminals to safely discharge connecting it to an ESC/ motor system and allowing the motor to run indefinitely until no power remains to further cause the system to function.
4. Discharge the battery until its voltage reaches 1.0V per cell or lower. For resistive load type discharges, discharge the battery for up to 24 hours.
5. Submerse the battery into bucket or tub of salt water. This container should have a lid, but it should not need to be air-tight. Prepare a plastic container (do not use metal) of cold water. And mix in 1/2 cup of salt per gallon of water. Drop the battery into the salt water. Allow the battery to remain in the tub of salt water for at least 2 weeks.
6. Remove the LiPo battery from the salt water, wrap it in newspaper or paper towels and place it in the normal trash. They are landfill safe.
October 9th, 2009 at 7:50 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
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October 9th, 2009 at 7:51 pm
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October 9th, 2009 at 7:52 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
I browsed through the RC accessories you have and was amazed at the variety of products your have. I was looking for a programmable radio gear and your customer service rep recommended the Eurgle 2.4 ghz radio gear. He even taught me how to install i…
October 9th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
I browsed through the RC accessories you have and was amazed at the variety of products your have. I was looking for a programmable radio gear and your customer service rep recommended the Eurgle 2.4 ghz radio gear. He even taught me how to install i…
October 9th, 2009 at 7:55 pm
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October 9th, 2009 at 7:55 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
The Cessna Balsa Plane I bought from your site was truly amazing! My son and I really had a nice time operating it and we practically had a great bonding as well! Amazing product! Our weekends won’t be the same again without this plane. …
October 9th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
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The Cessna Balsa Plane I bought from your site was truly amazing! My son and I really had a nice time operating it and we practically had a great bonding as well! Amazing product! Our weekends won’t be the same again without this plane. …
October 9th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
The Cessna Balsa Plane I bought from your site was truly amazing! My son and I really had a nice time operating it and we practically had a great bonding as well! Amazing product! Our weekends won’t be the same again without this plane….
October 9th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
The Cessna Balsa Plane I bought from your site was truly amazing! My son and I really had a nice time operating it and we practically had a great bonding as well! Amazing product! Our weekends won’t be the same again without this plane. …
October 9th, 2009 at 7:57 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
The Cessna Balsa Plane I bought from your site was truly amazing! My son and I really had a nice time operating it and we practically had a great bonding as well! Amazing product! Our weekends won’t be the same again without this plane….
October 9th, 2009 at 7:57 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
The Cessna Balsa Plane I bought from your site was truly amazing! My son and I really had a nice time operating it and we practically had a great bonding as well! Amazing product! Our weekends won’t be the same again without this plane. …
October 9th, 2009 at 7:58 pm
DISPOSAL OF LIPO BATTERIES | Air Land Sea Hobbies…
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