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I just bought 2 kepworth batteries (12v100ah lifepo4) from AliExpress site (more than 800€). One seems to work, but the capacity is wrong : i just connected a 12v55w car light, then wait following the voltage progression. 9 hours later, lower voltage recommended (12.8v) was reached. I expected 20h.
On the second one voltage was decreasing immediately.
No way to be refunded by vendor. No support by AliExpress site (dispute rejected). So I opened the battery to check what happens ...
I discovered at first that the battery contains polyurethane foam, i took a sample of foam and yes this foam it very inflammable. So it's probably very dangerous into a battery. Second point, I discovered that the BMS was broken. I should receive a new one soon and I hope it will solve the issue.
 
The frog,
I suggest you research the correct way to capacity test a LFP battery before posting 'Inaccurate results'

Post some photos of the insides for potential buyers to view please ☺
 
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