Expanding Li-Po?

[taiwanesekid05]

Hey guys, I got a Li-Po battery about two or three months ago, used it a bit, broke my Micro-T's transmission, and now just took a look at it. I did leave it charged before it stored it away, but does it look like this Li-Po expanded?

http://i955.photobucket.com/albums/ae35/chinesekid05/IMG_0965.jpg

http://i955.photobucket.com/albums/ae35/chinesekid05/IMG_0966.jpg

[skylinedriver]

Some cheaper li-po packs don't have vents and don't allow gasses to escape hence the swelling.

[taiwanesekid05]

Do you think its fine for me to charge it up and use it?

[Action B]

I think its alright. It looks to be the same as when you purchased it. Here is a pic from when I first received it brand new and unused (had two they both looked the same). I'd practice precautions as normal with lipo batteries.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/32837163@N02/4258646336/sizes/l/in/set-72157622934519270/

[taiwanesekid05]

Mmkay. I'll be sure to charge it up in a Li-Po safe bag...

[Action B]

Mmkay. I'll be sure to charge it up in a Li-Po safe bag...

Yeah, not much risk if you follow the right precautions.

I put mine in a metal tin with sand in it :bigwink: