MostlyHarmless
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Having a healthy respect for the type of batteries I use for my model airplane pursuits (LiPo, which have been known to energetically combust when not treated right), I am considering fabricating a metal cabinet for my built-up 24V, 3100 Wh Li-Ion battery. The cabinet would be vented to the outside to ensure any smoke/combustion is not released within my garage. For even more protection, I am even considering suspending a large plastic bag of sand over the battery -- in the event of a battery fire, the plastic will melt, dropping the sand onto the battery (another trick learned from charging LiPo's).
I am using one of the recommended BMS's from eBay, as well as carefully managing my charge controller settings.
Am I being overly paranoid or cautious? Is there a huge concern given that I have a BMS to protect from over-charge or -discharge? Or is this a prudent precaution?
One side benefit: an enclosed cabinet would make it easier to maintain battery temps above freezing, since it is located in my unheated garage.
Thanks!
I am using one of the recommended BMS's from eBay, as well as carefully managing my charge controller settings.
Am I being overly paranoid or cautious? Is there a huge concern given that I have a BMS to protect from over-charge or -discharge? Or is this a prudent precaution?
One side benefit: an enclosed cabinet would make it easier to maintain battery temps above freezing, since it is located in my unheated garage.
Thanks!