CAYOTE Racing 2S Shorty LiPo battery with a capacity of 5000mAh at 7.6V and 145C.

Technical data:

• Capacity: 5000mAh
• Weight: 179g (+- 5%)
• Battery height: 19.8mm
• C-Rate: 145C
• Watt hours: 38.0
• Dimensions (L x W): 95.6 x 46.2mm
• Connector: 5mm sockets

Information about LiPo batteries

LiPo stands for lithium polymer and is considered the battery of the future, offering longer running times and higher performance. The high number of possible charging cycles is also a plus. Depending on the manufacturer, the service life is given as 300 to 600 charging cycles. In addition, LiPo batteries have no memory effect, which means that they largely retain their capacity over their entire service life, with only minor losses of around 20%. However, this service life is shortened if they are not stored at a storage voltage of 3.8V. The battery should therefore be charged to this voltage after each use.

Charging LiPo batteries

When you buy a LiPo battery, it must first be charged. Make sure that the charger is compatible with the LiPo battery. This information can usually be found on the charger, the packaging or in the manual. If you have a suitable charger, you must know the correct settings for charging the battery.

It is important to understand what the information on the battery means: A LiPo battery consists of at least one cell, which is usually 3.7 volts. The "S" value indicates the number of cells. So a 2S battery has 7.4 volts (or 7.6 volts for a high-voltage battery). The current rating in amps shows how much current the battery can deliver.

What is the C-value

The "C" rating is an important factor for charging and discharging. It indicates how much current can be drawn from the battery for a short period of time. To do this, you multiply the ampere value by the "C" value. In simpler terms: a battery with 6000mAh and 50C can deliver up to 300 A at the output. It is said that the higher the C value, the more pressure (punch) the battery offers when driving on the track!

Safety – an important issue

LiPo batteries require special safety precautions. Many people have heard of batteries exploding. Common causes are overcharging or mechanical damage. To minimize the risk, you should always use a LiPo charger with the correct settings. In addition, it is recommended that you charge the battery in a LiPo safe bag and store it in it at the correct storage voltage.

How do I store LiPo batteries?

Proper storage of LiPo batteries is critical to prolonging their lifespan. Storing them either empty or fully charged for more than two weeks can severely affect performance and lifespan. If not in use for a long period of time (more than a week), use a programmable charger to bring the battery up to storage voltage in storage charge mode. If such a device is not available, charge the battery for about half the time it would normally take to fully charge.