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We continued our “LiPo Battery Basics” series and we discussed transportation tips in the August issue.
John Samtak: It would be useful to note that watt-hours can be calculated by multiplying voltage times amp hours. Since most LiPo batteries are measured in milliamps, first divide the mAh battery rating by 1,000 then multiply by volts.
Jim Knox: Thanks for the video about transporting LiPos through the TSA inspection. However, you forgot to mention a very important point, that the batteries should not be fully charged!
JDs Slo Days: Thank you! This takes some uncertainty out of traveling with LiPos. It’s the kind of thing you may not think about until the last minute, then it’s panic time.
damage.cc: I traveled last month from the US to Canada. Basically, I did most of what was outlined in this video as far as handling. I had zero issues.
