Li Po confusion

[Pantone 186C]

As a beginner, I am confusing myself as to how to store my Li Po batteries between flights.

I am flying below the recommended time to prevent overdischarge and charge the batteries once they have cooled.

I seem to rememember reading somewhere that they should be stored at approx. half charge. Is this for long term storage when not in use over a long period or normal practice?

Thanks in advance.

[DIJ]

I do a storage charge over winter when I'm not using them, but keep them fully charged during the summer.

[D1zzy]

Storage charge them if they're not going to be used for two weeks or more. If I fly daily or even weekly I usually fully charge them in preparation for the next flight.

[tiddler]

Storing lipos fully charged is fine as long as you don't let them get cold.

Take a look at this thread >>>> http://www.rcheliaddict.co.uk/beginn...hats-best.html

[Mutley]

I store mine fully charged - stored in the transmitter case - foam packed.

Following a flight and lipo change the depleated lipo is left out to cool down before being returned to the box - each lipo has a set position. The last lipo of the day - i carry to the car in my hand before putting in the box.

Once home they are charged in order then returned to the box ready for the next flight. I am making the assumption that because of the foam they are sumwhat protected from the elements.

[Jamin_00]

If I'm flying within a week or 2 I dont mind keeping them fully charged but if longer than that I normally keep them around the 3.7 - 3.8 mark and seeing the other responses above I'm doing the right thing.


Which is good to know now I have shed loads