Patriot
07-09-08, 01:58 AM
We need a real LiFePO4 expert in this forum.
I recently got a brainstorm idea to use some 4x6" PVC rectangular piping with end caps to contain and seal a LiFePO4 battery.
Just wrap the battary pack in latex foam rubber, like I do with my RC model plane batteries, for vibration. I could easily slide it into the pipe, which would then have a hole drilled and a grommet used for the power cable. The ends would then be sealed with solid caps and PVC cement.
Totally waterproof. I could even drill a couple of very small drain holes on the bottom to allow moisture to drip out, if by some chance water got in there.
Would this be a safety problem?
Would overheating or lack of air circulation be a problem?
I recently got a brainstorm idea to use some 4x6" PVC rectangular piping with end caps to contain and seal a LiFePO4 battery.
Just wrap the battary pack in latex foam rubber, like I do with my RC model plane batteries, for vibration. I could easily slide it into the pipe, which would then have a hole drilled and a grommet used for the power cable. The ends would then be sealed with solid caps and PVC cement.
Totally waterproof. I could even drill a couple of very small drain holes on the bottom to allow moisture to drip out, if by some chance water got in there.
Would this be a safety problem?
Would overheating or lack of air circulation be a problem?