Hot swaping batteries

[metallicajunkie]

ok i have 2 vislero batteries, how would i have to set it up so i could swap batteries and fly more? in other words is there an alternative to soldering?

[tdarst]

:confused: Did you solder the battery leads to the ESC leads? If yes, you need to undue that, acquire and install some Dean's connectors (http://www.3dxhobbies.com/product_p/deansset.htm); female on the battery side. Exercise extreme care not to short the battery leads even for an instant. Also, be aware that when the battery is connected to the ESC, a small current draw will always exist. I did not know that on my first electric and ruined a $50 battery before it ever flew. Connect the battery to the ESC right before you test or fly, and disconnect it as soon as you're done.

Tony

[metallicajunkie]

good advice, yes i initially solderd on the connection directly , but now im gonna soldered on the deans connectors my vislero battery came with...

i didnt know esc's drew current... thanks now i know to disconnect it in the future