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Remote Controlled Toys: Battery Basics by anna dawson
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As a new person to the remote controlled toy hobby, you will most likely purchase an electric RC toy. These toys are especially appropriate for the beginner hobbyist because they allow you to develop your skills without investing a lot of money. Liquid fuel powered vehicles (Nitro) can have costs exceeding $300 for just basic models. Electric RC toys can range from $20 to $200 depending on the type of vehicle you buy. When you purchase an electric radio controlled toy most will come with a rechargeable battery for the vehicle. Some are still powered by alkaline batteries, but rechargeable batteries are proving to provide longer life as they can be recharged hundreds to thousands of times to keep your toy running . There are several types of batteries used in the industry and all have advantages and disadvantages. The most common types of rechargeable batteries found in RC toys include: Ni-cd, Ni-MH, Li-ion, and Li-Po. So now let's decipher this jumble of letters! battery operated toy cars. Ni-cd (NiCd & NiCad) stands for a nickel cadmium battery. These batteries are available in the same sizes as alkaline, and are typically interchangeable. (Always check your instruction manual.) The biggest disadvantage to this battery is need for proper disposal. Cadmium is a heavy metal and all Ni-cd batteries should be disposed of properly to prevent the metal from contaminating soil or water sources. Many communities offer collections sites to prevent them from entering the landfills. Ni-MH stands for nickel-metal hydride battery. This type of battery replaced the heavy metal, cadmium, with a hydrogen absorbing alloy making it less toxic to the environment. They operate very similar to Ni-cd, but can have two to three times the capacity of an equivalent size Ni-cd battery. This allows for a smaller size while providing a similar amount of energy per charge. Li-ion and Li-Po stand for lithium ion and lithium polymer batteries, respectively. These batteries are becoming more widely used in the RC toys industry because of their lower weight and increased capacity and power when compared to other rechargeable batteries. The Li-Po batteries can also be shaped to better fit the toy or device it is powering. Recharging lithium polymer batteries requires a special charger for safety reasons. This type of battery should never be put in any other type of battery charger due to risk of explosion. As with any hobby, safety should always come first. If your just beginning, purchase a toy you feel is a good fit for the intended purpose and the person who will be operating the toy. Ni-cd and Ni-MH powered vehicles provide many hours of entertainment and can help teach your children how to be responsible for the proper disposal of items that are toxic to the environment. Li-ion and Li-Po batteries, while requiring much more diligence when it comes to recharging, are also making it possible to power larger toys without the added weight. This can only add to the fun that comes with the RC hobby battery operated ride ons car.
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