Role of rechargeable batteries in the performance of electric radio control helicopters

Various models of electric radio control helicopters have different types of rechargeable batteries. You should keep in mind that electric helicopters are much popular than nitro or gas powered. That’s why people want to know about the techniques that are useful for keeping the rechargeable battery in a good working condition. Lithium polymer batteries are most commonly used in different models of electric radio control helicopters. They are a good source of power. Such types of batteries are ideal for providing a long flying period to enthusiasts. Modern technology is producing more efficient batteries for the facilitation of hobbyists.  You should keep in mind that lithium polymer battery is a standard source of power for the electric powered helicopters, cars, boats, planes and other types of toys. These kinds of batteries are not cheap. Therefore, it may be difficult for a user to get a new replacement battery for his/her radio control helicopter.

There are some important tips that can help you in maximizing the performance of your electric helicopter’s battery. First of all you should recharge the battery completely before start flying your radio control helicopter. You should discharge the battery in order to fully recharge it. Most of the people forget to recharge the battery before first flight. This can be damaging for the long life of electric batteries. If you want to keep the electric radio control helicopters in a perfect condition then you should not forget to recharge their batteries in time. Another most important thing to improve the battery efficiency is to keep the battery pack properly clean. I have personally observed that most of the enthusiasts completely overlook this important aspect. This is particularly very significant for the dean connectors. If your dean connectors are dirty then they cannot be helpful for a good connection. Your connection will be disturbed due to dirty dean connectors. Therefore, make sure that there is no dust or any other unwanted particles in the battery pack. You may have experience a mid-flight power failure. This is due to the dirty battery pack. It is strongly recommended that you clean your battery pack with alcohol or some cotton swamp.

People who are using radio control helicopters should know that taking breaks between the flights will increase the battery life significantly. Most of the batteries provide power for 10-minute flight. You can extend this time limit up to 15 minutes simply by taking frequent breaks during flight.