About the Elite Force 11.1v 1200mAh Tri-Panel LiPo Battery with DEANs Plug:
LiPo batteries are a different animal from your normal NiMh batteries. Before we continue, first of all, we do not recommend LiPo batteries for beginners. They require a mature and attentive user to be used correctly and safely. Parents, if you are buying this for someone, please be sure to understand all the facets of using a LiPo battery and charger as these types of batteries are very volatile and pose a fire risk more so than other battery types if used incorrectly.
Lithium Polymer batteries (LiPo) for short offer more consistent output in relation to charge levels and are lighter and more compact than other batteries in airsoft applications. Lithium Polymer batteries have been prevalent in RC cars for many years though LiPo batteries are also being adapted to airsoft use as well.
LiPo batteries for airsoft come in two configurations: 7.4v and 11.1v. For performance similar to a 9.6v battery, a 7.4v LiPo battery is going to deliver equivalent performance in a smaller package. An 11.1v battery is considered an upgraded performance battery. The higher voltage will put your gun into overdrive but you will get wear and tear at a faster rate as a result. People often do this for the split second faster cycle times in semi-auto and a higher rate of fire.
LiPo Battery charger required for use. Failure to use the correct charger voids your warranty and poses a fire hazard.
Q: When do I have to charge a LiPo battery?
A: LiPo batteries are highly affected when drained and should not be shot below the recommended minimum voltage. Long story short, if you start with a charged LiPo and use it for a bit and your gun's rate of fire is slowing down and the trigger response getting sluggish, it's time to stop using this one and charge it as soon as possible. LiPos do not like to be drained and once ruined, cannot be restored.
Q: How do I correctly identify LiPo batteries?
A: LiPo batteries will have two plugs coming out of it as opposed to the one you will find on a traditional NiMh battery. On a LiPo battery, one plug is used to power the airsoft gun and one is for charging. You never want to plug the power plug (the Tamiya plug in this case) into a charger by itself, you risk causing the battery to explode from charging incorrectly. Just about all LiPo chargers are considered smart chargers and most will charge off the smaller charge plug, though some fancy chargers may utilize both plugs for charging and balancing. The voltage of the battery is determined by the number of cells. On batteries where the cells are split up, 2 cells is a 7.4v and 3 cells is an 11.1v. On batteries where the cells are packed together, it won't be so obvious but you can look at the charge plug. One wire will be the negative/ground wire, while the other wires will be connected to each cell, so you can look at those wires to determine the cell count.
What's Included In The Package:
- 1 x Elite Force 11.1v 1200mAh Tri-Panel LiPo Battery
Quick Overview
- 1200mAh capacity
- 3-cell/3S configuration
- For advanced users - ideal for upgraded guns with higher power requirements or to improve rate of fire and trigger response
- LiPo battery charger required
Technical Specifications:
- Model Number:
- 1200mAh
- 20C discharge rate
- Deans connectoer (aka T-plug)
Weight & Dimensions:
- Length: 5 inch x 0.25 inch for each cell
Warranty:
FOX AIRSOFT OFFERS A 30 DAY WARRANTY AND REFUND POLICY WHICH YOU CAN READ MORE ABOUT HERE.
Alternate Lookup: 2211149
