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Old 10-07-2008
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Originally Posted by Gnarly Old Dog View Post
Whilst we're on the subject of charging, current 'best practice' advice would suggest a maximum charge rate of 1C for a LiPo cell.
If you're confused about the 'C' rating - 1C is the equivalent of 1x the pack capacity. i.e. 1C for a 3200mAh = 3.2A whereas 1C for a 5000mAh pack is 5A.
important, sound advice

when running LIPO, you have to let go of all the nicad/nimh charge at a zillion amps then discharge voodoo crap. there's no need to use higher charge rates - the punch is the same at 1 amp or 3.

you can't go wrong with any of the trakpower cells - i've been totally blown away by the consistent performance, silly run times - 10+ minutes with a 6.5r in my b44? using the 3200 saddle packs - and no signs of dumping? bonkers!
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