Charging ?

[bcltoys]

Does it hurt a lipo to charge it if it does not hit the lvc cut off.

[suicideneil]

Not at all, lithium batts have no memory effect like old nicads or nimhs even. :)

[Patrick]

It's better for the lipo if you don't hit the lvc every time. Apparently it can shorten their life if you consistently discharge more than 80% of the pack.

[bcltoys]

I am running a eight-t with a mmm 2.5d nue and a hyperion vx 5c 6500 batt and i can seem to hit lvc i go for close to thirty min and its still strong.This thing is wicked out of the hole.

[bcltoys]

Will i know when it hits the lvc does it slow or what.

[lincpimp]

It will stop, the lvc will cut the power to the motor. You will notice slight loss of power before you hit the lvc, I am used to this and stop when I notice this, usually only get another 30sec before the lvc kicks in.

80% depth of discharge (DOD) is about the best place to stop to get max life. Most airplane guys set timers to accomplish this, after a little testing, of course.

[zeropointbug]

Yes, the less you discharge your pack, the life of them increases exponentially. I usually only discharge my packs 60%DOD myself, as I don't like running for more than 15 mins at a time anyways, which is very good for the packs, they will love you back with exceptional cycle and calender life.