I don't think that you took me quite right. I just don't see an alternative to LiPo technology. You can see all the precautions I take with Lipos. I hope some people got something out of that. Yes they can be dangerous and we are dealing with a lot of current in larger batteries. 5000mAhr 65-130c is a big battery with huge fire/smoke potential.
You have to make a decision... do nothing or try to use a product responsibly and carefully. I really don't know of anyone using lithium Manganese. I think that there has been a lot of scare tactics being thrown about against Boeing and their new technology. I don't know what the OP is trying to accomplish with his notice. I appreciated the detailed explanation. Yes, I will fly the 787 anytime I possibly can. Airbus has their own can of worms to worry about.
ORIGINAL: jetster81
ORIGINAL: on_your_six
OP,
I read the article with interest. I don't take much away from it because I do not use the manganese type lithium battery. I however am aware of the dense smoke produced when one of these lithium batteries ignites. It is of real concern that in this situation the batteries ignited without direct cause. There is likely more to the story because 6000 units have been produced without problem.
I have ammo boxes to transport and store my lipo batteries. I try to keep them in a cool environment 70-85 degrees. I never charge unattended. I always balance charge. I have a serious investment in charging equipment. I do not fly my batteries long and hard. I try to leave the batteries at 3.6v/s or more during use. What more would you have me do?
If you are trying to get me to stop using lithium-polymer batteries, then provide an alternative that is in a comparable price range and produces similar power. Until I see that, I will continue to carefully use the Li-po technology.
I really do not think that David was trying to preach, merely to inform of an occurance. With posts like that I'm not surprised he does'nt come on here often.
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