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Team Zombie lipo safe bag, Version 2 Now Lined TZLB-02

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BRAND: TEAM ZOMBIE
SKU: B-TZ-100031V2
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Team Zombie LiPo safe bag is stitched in black and white high grade material to last and protect the racer.

LiPo Battery Safe Charging and Carrying Pouch.

Now lined internally for easy cleaning for offroad racers.

  • Item # TZLB-02 / B-TZ-100031V2
  • Dimensions: 185 x 76 x 76 mm

How to correctly care for your LiPo battery

By Ben Howard - Team Zombie Driver

LiPo batteries have been a brilliant development in technology for our RC car racing. They’re lighter and come with lots of punch. They’re able to be charged and discharged quickly which make them a prime candidate for RC racing.

Caring for your LiPo battery in the right way also comes with a lot of misinformation and misconceptions about what to do. I’d like to share with you my procedure of how to properly care for your battery to ensure its longevity and performance. Batteries will cost you if you don’t care for them. So let’s jump in!

Check your equipment

The first point in your battery care plan is having your charging equipment in proper working order. Check your;

  • Charging cables
  • Balance Boards
  • Connectors
  • etc...

Faulty readings can lead to dangerous scenarios. Follow these guidelines to get the most out of your batteries and keep safe.

Charging

I recommend doing a balance charge every time you charge, this is for safety more than anything else. Be sure to learn how your charger works. Check the individual cell voltage reading as it charges, all cells should have similar voltages. If not, check your equipment first. If you charge and have a faulty cell, the charger can overload the healthy cell which can be dangerous.

Usage

Plug in and send it! Just make sure you have a low voltage cut-off setup if your ESC doesn’t do that. I like to set mine at 3.3v per cell so 6.6v for a 2s battery. Check your ESC manual for this setting.

Post-run

I leave my battery connected and fan on whilst I marshall. After motors get hot the rotor can act as a heat sink whilst it cools down and absorbs the heat. To minimise this I let the fan cool the motor, post run.

Once cooled, make sure you unplug your connectors. Never let your battery get below 3.1v per cell as a precaution, LiPo batteries really don’t like it.

Post Meet Storage

The two things that shorten a batteries life in order of importance is;

Fully charged batteries sitting for long time

To ensure you get maximum life and performance from your battery, I only charge my batteries at most a few hours before use. When not in use, use the storage charge mode which is approx 3.85v per cell (7.7v for a 2s). 

Pro Tip: a 5-minute run with your 2wd 17.5T buggy or 4-minutes with a 13.5T 4wd buggy is a much more fun way to discharge a fully charged battery rather than using your charger.

Heat

To control temperature I use a watertight container and keep my batteries in the fridge when not in use. The colder temperatures reduce the activity of the atoms (lithium is a very reactive element) and therefore help prolong the life of the battery. Ideally, before use let them come up to ambient (room) temperature - one practice run will get them going. Too cold a battery will not perform as well as an ambient temperature battery due to internal resistance lowering as a battery warms up. If you don’t have space in your fridge, store them in a cool dry place, wine fridges, cellar's, etc. DO NOT leave them in a hot car or garage.

Battery Maintenance

I wipe down my batteries after each meet with a damp cloth. If you like you can use some mild detergent and/or a plastic refresher.

Using methylated spirits (denatured alcohol) or a spirit-based solution. Use a cotton bud (q-tip) to clean out each battery tube on your batteries. Repeat until clean and no dirt is showing. It often surprises me how much gunk can be deposited. Whilst you're at it, use the same solution to clean connectors from your ESC and charge cables.

Lastly, I use a set of tweezers just to open up the bullet connectors back to the original positions, ensuring good contacts on my bullet connectors. This only requires minimal adjustments, if not done frequently enough you run the risk of poor connection especially on bumpy surfaces.

Final Comments

In tenth scale off-road stock racing I have used the Team Zombie 5600 HV 2S shorty pack for the last 2 years. They are a race accomplished pack! You can get yours at Speedy RC Online Store (speedyrc.com.au) in Australia. Be sure to check out their range of Chargers, Cables and LiPo Bags too.

Speedy RC uses Australia Post for 98% of parcels shipped. From time to time we may use other couriers to deliver large/heavy items or dangerous goods. In such cases, Express Postage will not be available.

How much is shipping?

Shipping is calculated based on cubic-weight during the checkout process. It varies based on shipping type and product weight, size and classification.

How long will it take to get my package?

We aim to be fast! 95% of customers who ordered using 'Express Postage' will get their package the next day. We do our best to ship out all orders placed before 2pm Mon-Fri.

As a guide, express postage (by air) can take between 1-3 business days and standard post (by road) can take between 4-7 business days.

Once your product is shipped, you will receive a tracking ID to watch your new toys race home :)

Are your products drop-shipped?

We strive to ensure the product we sell is in-stock ready to go!  From time to time, our inventory may not be accurate and so there may be a delay or drop-ship. If the product purchased is not readily available, we'll contact you if you would like an exchange, refund or other options.

How do I know that you’ve received my order?

We’ll send you an order confirmation email as soon as we’ve received your order. If you do not get one within 1 hour, get in touch via email or Facebook.

Are there any items that can’t be delivered?

Some items cannot be sent by air, that includes any aerosol products, fuel, and certain quantities of batteries. Some couriers will not allow specific Dangerous Goods to be shipped using their services, and for that reason, prices on shipping Fuel will be far more expensive than standard products. We can work with you to ensure you get your goods on time and safely. However, we cannot send items where the cost significantly outweighs the cost of the item due to size, weight, or location. Pick-up can always be arranged for all of our products.

Will I be notified when my order has been dispatched?

Yes, we'll send you an email once your parcel has been dispatched along with a tracking link.

What can I do if I haven’t received my order yet?

If you haven't received your parcel within ten working days of ordering, please reach out via email, facebook or phone. Make sure you provide your order number so we can quickly assist you. Our hours of operation are Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 4.00pm AEST.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes! You can get a quote using the checkout process. International shipments typically take 5 to 15 business days. You will be provided a tracking number upon dispatch.

Important: Parcel's shipped internationally (out of Australia) will need to be ordered by the 26th November (standard post) or 3rd December (express post) to ensure parcels arrive before Christmas Day.

What if my package is damaged?

In the unlikely event of recieving damaged goods, we'll work with you to determine if the product was faulty, packaged incorrectly or handled incorrectly. Each case may take some days to determine the outcome, but in every case, we are determined to work towards an amicable outcome. 

Packages are not insured through Australia Post.

Where is my order being sent from?

Brisbane, Australia



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