DCS LiFePo4 Lithium Under Bonnet: Explosion, Failures and Why You Need to Capacity Test

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👋 G'day, everyone, Stefan Fischer here with an in-depth look into why capacity testing is crucial for under-the-bonnet LiFePo4 Lithium batteries. 🚗
🔋⚡ Why Watch This Video?
If you’ve wondered about those claims saying, “my LiFePo4 battery is working great,” well, don’t take them at face value. Lithium battery tech is a whole different ball game. Capacity testing is not only essential; it’s a reality check on your battery's health. Don't get stranded in the middle of nowhere-stay tuned to find out why and how to test your batteries. You will also get quite a few examples of failed under-bonnet LiFePo4
🛠️ What’s Inside:
- Real-world examples showcasing the importance of capacity testing.
- A step-by-step guide to DIY capacity tests.
- Debunking dodgy online statements.
- Unexpected failure rates and heavy capacity loss in DCS lithium batteries.
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00:00 - Intro: what can you expect in this video
01:15 - Disclaimer
02:17 - My DCS History and other DCS Failure Examples
03:35 - More DCS battery failures
09:40 - Questionable DCS business practices, misleading Advertising?
10:53 - DCS silently changes warranty terms
11:41 - Fake Google Reviews?
12:05 - Extended DCS Under Bonnet warranty?
14:51 - False claims by Steward Paternoster
17:19 - But my battery works fine…. Why Capacity Test LiFePo4
18:39 - Battery Testing Basic and Equipment used
19:11 - The capacity testing gear I use
20:29 - Load Capacity Test with MakerHawk
21:53 - Control re-charge test via Victron AC-DC charger
22:23 - Only an isolated incident? Conclusion
23:44 - Final tip for warranty claim
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