How to Store a LiPo Battery
LiPo batteries can be used for devices such as radio-controlled cars and airplanes. After you get done using a LiPo battery it is important to charge and store it properly. Storing the LiPo battery properly when it is not is use allows it to stay in good working condition and be ready when you need it for the next time.
Materials Needed:
- LiPo battery charger
- Soft cloth or towel
- Plastic bag with locking seal
- Aluminum or stainless container
- Remove the LiPo battery from inside the device that it is in. Use a soft cloth or towel to wipe down the battery to remove any dirt or dust that may have gotten on the battery's surface.
- Connect the LiPo battery's wire to place inside the charger. Make sure that the connector matches up with your battery type. Note that there is only one way that the wire harness can fit into the charger's connector.
- Begin the charging process by plugging the charger's power cable into an electrical outlet. Turn on the charging device. Allow enough time for the LiPo battery to fully charge and then turn off the charger. Carefully disconnect the battery harness from the charger.
- Put the fully charged LiPo battery into a plastic bag that has a locking seal on it. These can be found at hobby or electronic supply stores. Place the battery into an aluminum stainless container to protect it.
- Store the aluminum or stainless container into a low humidity room or area that is cool, and have temperatures between 32 degrees and 122 degrees Fahrenheit. Make sure that you keep the LiPo battery away from any heat sources and sunlight.