Are NiMH and LiPo interchangeable?

As we learnt with the relationship between voltage and cells in the NiMH batteries, LiPos are the same but the voltage for a single LiPo cell is 3.7v (not 1.2v like NiMH batteries) so the voltages available are reduced. The 2 most common voltages for RC cars are 7.4v (2S) and 11.1v (3S).

Can you use an NiMH battery in a LiPo gun?

If you want to use Lipo batteries without adding more wear and tear to the gun, use a 7.4v Lipo. These perform like 9.6v NiMH batteries for all intents and purposes. For high discharge applications that extra voltage will help turn guns with some pretty extreme upgrades.

Can you put a bigger battery in a airsoft gun?

But again, this is all assuming your question is in regards to a 7.4v LiPo and 8.4v NiMh. For more clarity, you’re going to need to post pictures of the battery or post more information on the included battery in question. But in short, yes, you can use a higher output battery in your airsoft gun.

How long does a 9.6 v 1600mah NiMH battery last?

They will not kill or over charge your batter like regular wall chargers and stock chargers. Lasts for a few hours, around 3-3.5 on a full charge and playing hard.

Can I charge a LiPo battery with a NiMH charger?

LiPo batteries have greater “energy density” than NiMH batteries, meaning they have more voltage and capacity than a NiMH battery would of the same volume. NEVER charge a LiPo battery using a NiMH charger (or NiMH charging mode on a combination NiMH/LiPo battery charger).

What is the difference between 2S and 3S LiPo?

A LiPo cell has a nominal voltage of 3.7V. For the 7.4V battery above, that means that there are two cells in series (which means the voltage gets added together). So a two-cell (2S) pack is 7.4V, a three-cell (3S) pack is 11.1V, and so on.

Can I use NiMH instead of LiPo airsoft?

NiMh batteries are safer and are usually used by beginners. LiPo batteries are newer and a big advantage to the sport of Airsoft. They are significantly lighter and smaller than the NiMh batteries. A 7.4v LiPo would have the same performance as a 8.4v NiMh.

Can I use a LiPo battery in my airsoft gun?

Most airsoft guns can handle a 7.4v LiPo battery without any problems. If you’re using an 11.1v LiPo battery, though, you’ll need to make sure that your gun can handle it. You can also look for a “LiPo Ready” gun, which just means that the manufacturer has installed a MOSFET already so you don’t need to worry about it.

How long does a 9.6 NiMH battery last?

9.6v nickel metal hydride batteries have 8 cells and a single plug wire which is used for both charging or powering your airsoft gun. The capacity is 1600mah which is good for over 1000+ shots if fully charged and used on a stock gun.

How long does it take to charge a 9.6 v 1600mAh battery?

about 2 hours
Answer: It takes about 2 hours to full charge 8.4V / 9.6V 1600mAh NiMH battery packs.

Which NiMH battery should I buy?

This is less likely with the 9.6v NiMh because of it’s faster cycling time. But generally speaking, most players (including myself) would advise you stick to the 9.6v battery and save the 8.4v as a spare or backup battery in the event the 9.6v dies before you’re done playing.

How much power does a LiPo battery use?

Using the LiPo battery, I have 81A of available current and the MK46 will only be using about 30\% of its capability, allowing the gun to operate at its full potential while not overtaxing the system in any way. Also notice that we are only using a 7.4V (2S) battery to operate the gun.

Can a LiPo battery damage an AEG motor?

Where this myth can possibly hold true is if your AEG internals are maxed out with an 8.4V battery and you decide to replace it with an 11.1V (3S) LiPo. This increased voltage will cause the motor to spin faster and if your internals are not up for the increased strain, you can end up damaging it.

Will a 3s Lipo increase the rate of fire?

However, moving to a 3S (or 11.1V) LiPo will most likely give you a higher rate of fire. Because of this, I always suggest you verify that your gun’s mechanics are adequate to handle the increased load.