TO reuse or not to reuse??,

[GNT1]

Just need some opinions on this lipo. Is it usable or don't take the chance? Thanks!

 

[Hector_Fisher]

I would definitely consider taking it apart (if you're comfortable with it) first before I gained confidence in the lipo health. That's just me. Pics are slightly blurry so it's a little hard to tell details. If I didn't feel comfortable though, I'd probably chuck it.

Side note: I've been considering those HRB premiums. How do you like them?

 

[GNT1]

I would definitely consider taking it apart (if you're comfortable with it) first before I gained confidence in the lipo health. That's just me. Pics are slightly blurry so it's a little hard to tell details. If I didn't feel comfortable though, I'd probably chuck it.

Side note: I've been considering those HRB premiums. How do you like them?

Yeah,Im thinking the same. No complaints on the hrb's! Good run time but I think ill order hard case lipos.
Try it again

 

[MFM]

Rewrap it but keep an eye on it.

 

[trunkmonkey1]

Rewrap it but keep an eye on it.

X2!!

 

[GNT1]

Rewrap it but keep an eye on it.

X2!!

Thx for your replies much appreciated!

 

[Tex Koder]

Use fiberglass drywall tape to secure it.

Then Send it!

 

[Johnny b]

That's a tough call... be very careful when charging and storing.

 

[GNT1]

That's a tough call... be very careful when charging and storing.

Since I drive otr I think ill just chuck it. Cant take a chance while im away from home.

 

[RC Steve]

What does your charger have to say on the subject? If all the numbers are good I would give it a good duct tape wrap and call it good. Ugly doesn't always mean bad.

 

[GNT1]

What does your charger have to say on the subject? If all the numbers are good I would give it a good duct tape wrap and call it good. Ugly doesn't always mean bad.

haven't attempted to charge it. Car still ran after though.

 

[RC Steve]

I mean just go through the settings, cell voltage, resistance, and so on. If all the numbers are good then your battery is just ugly. I can live with ugly. I would make sure it's healthy before you try charging it. If it has a short in it it will show up on your charger's voltage meters.

 

[Surchaufeur]

Peel the wrap and see if the outside cells are not too bad damaged. If it is discharge it and dispose of it unfortunatly

 

[GNT1]

I mean just go through the settings, cell voltage, resistance, and so on. If all the numbers are good then your battery is just ugly. I can live with ugly. I would make sure it's healthy before you try charging it. If it has a short in it it will show up on your charger's voltage meters.

Well I hooked it up and the charger wont touch it so its trashed. I started with discharging it. It is what it is. Thanks though! Much appreciated.

 

[Surchaufeur]

Well I hooked it up and the charger wont touch it so its trashed. It is what it is. Thanks though! Much appreciated.

 

[Jamr]

Is it worth it?

 

[GNT1]

Is it worth it?

Hell nah its definitely gone. 80 bux aint worth it!

 

[RC Steve]

Then your charger has given it's opinion. Thumbs down!

 

[GNT1]

Then your charger has given it's opinion. Thumbs down!

Yessir! Its goin goin gone. Ill order another. Thanks for your thoughts!

 

[MisterEMM]

I would immediately discharge the battery and put it away. But you already wrote that.
Regarding the apartment fire: I assume that he charged the batteries openly. I load into safety bags and only if I can be there. I store my batteries in ammunition boxes ( without seal ) if they have storage voltage. Maybe that's exaggerated German safety thinking, but lipos are no fun.
It's important that no flames can spread.