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the battery enters deep discharge zone. Individual cells
within the pack may become reverse polarized under these
conditions, resulting in permanent damage.
Nominal Voltage (V):
The nominal voltage of the battery
pack can be determined as follows:
- NiCd or NiMH:
Multiply the total number of cells in the pack
by 1.2. An 8-cell pack will have a nominal voltage of 9.6 volts (8
x 1.2).
- LiPo:
Multiply the total number of cells in the pack by 3.7. A
3-cell LiPo wired in series will have a nominal voltage of 11.1
volts (3 x 3.7).
4-cell LiHV wired in a series will have a nominal voltage of
14.8 volts. (4 x 3.7).
- Lilo:
Multiply the total number of cells in the pack by 3.6. A
2-cell Lilo wired in a series will have a nominal voltage of 7.2
volts (2 x 3.6).
- LiFe:
Multiply the total number of cells in the pack by 3.3. A
4-cell LiFe wired in a series will have a nominal voltage of 13.2
volts. (4 x3.3).
- LiHV:
Multiply the total number of cells in the pack by 3.7.
A 4-cell LiHV wired in a series will have a nominal voltage of
14.8 volts. (4 x 3.7).
If the nominal voltage of the battery is not printed on the
battery’s label, consult your battery manufacturer or
supplier. Do not attempt to guess the rated voltage of
the battery.
Commonly Used Terms [cont.]
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