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Default Orion 5500 90c charge rate

Quick question, how many amps should I charge my Orion 5500 90c lipo at?

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Its a 1C charge rate usually with lipos which means 1amp per 1000mah so:

5000 mah = 5.0amps which is 1C
5500 mah = 5.5amps which is 1C
6000 mah = 6.0amps which is 1C
You get the picture

The battery manufacturers may say you can charge at upto 2c even 5c on the newer packs but personally cant see the need to risk the cells swelling / failing for saving time!

Dont forget your lipo sack
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Thank you

I though it would be 5.5 amps, just wanted to check and be on the safe side
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Just to confirm for you 1C is perfect.

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Lol

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Orions are sold on safely charging at 5A.
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I'd agree and I charge mine @ 5A..

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I have read you can charge at 5c?
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I have read you can charge at 5c?

yes, safely too
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