Convert Other Server Power Supply for RC Use The following article is nothing more than a project report. I take no responsibility for how others may use this information. After my success with the HP power supply (PS), I started a search for other models. That lead me… Read More »Convert Other Server Power Supply for RC Use
2x HP Server PS for 24V The following article is nothing more than a project report. I take no responsibility for how others may use this information. During my research for converting a server power supply (PS from here on out) for RC use, I also ran across… Read More »2x HP Server PS for 24V
Convert HP Server Power Supply for RC Use The following article is nothing more than a project report. I take no responsibility for how others may use this information. I have been following several threads on RCGroups about converting many types of power supplies for powering RC chargers… Read More »Convert HP Server Power Supply for RC Use
My Light Bulb Discharger Build(s) The following article is nothing more than a project report. I take no responsibility for how others may use this information. My Discharger Build I went a long time without a discharger. Basically I just used my rc heli as the discharger any… Read More »My Light Bulb Discharger Build(s)
Safe Lipo Preparation for Disposal Warning: Attempt at own risk. A lack of knowledge or improper equipment can result in the loss of equipment, electrical shock and fire. Only attempt if you fully understand what you are doing and are willing to accept the risks. I am not… Read More »Safe Lipo Preparation for Disposal
Making Lipos Safe and Dealing with Failures Lipos get a bad rap for being dangerous and unpredictable. The truth is that they are only as dangerous as you let them be and they are predictable enough for safe use once you are properly educated on them. As such… Read More »Making Lipos Safe and Dealing with Failures
The 80% Rule In the past electric models were simply flown or driven until the battery waned. This was fine for NiCd and NiMH packs but doing this to a Lipo can greatly reduce its life. As such it is common practice to follow what is referred to… Read More »The 80% Rule
The Variable C and How it Applies The Variable C Even though C is printed in some way on every Lipo we buy, many people do not fully understand what it is or how to figure it out. Simply put C is a variable just like X from… Read More »The Variable C and How it Applies
Lipo Basics Lipos (lithium polymer batteries aka li-poly) are the most popular power source for electric RC these days. They offer phenomenal energy storage/weight ratios and current output capabilities compared to older types of batteries. They are so good in fact that they are revolutionizing RC as we… Read More »Lipo Basics
RC Battery Technology Basic Electric RC info ♣ All about Lipo Balance Connectors ♣ Calculating Flight Amps and Watts Without A Data Logger ♣ Choosing A Charger & Power Supply ♣ How Lipo Chargers Work ♣ HV Power Systems, Why They Are Better ♣ Keeping A Battery/Flight Log… Read More »RC Battery Technology