PatMc Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 I'm thinking of getting an ammo box for safe lipo storage. I have no knowledge of them so any suggestions of what I should look for ? Saw a 50 Cal ex Brit Army box on Ebay @ £17 delivered, seems OK but slightly smaller than expected. Does this seem about right ? Any other types more suitable preferably with link to seller would be appreciated. Obviously I'll need to arrange some type of internal insulation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 I have a couple of 50 cal boxes, I use one to carry batteries in the car. I lined them with 2mm self-adhesive vinyl off E-bay and removed the rubber seal to allow it to vent if the worst happens. I find I can fit 4 6S, a couple of medium 3S and 3 or 4 small 3S packs, more than enough for a day out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Laughton Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 I’ll second Bob’s comments- really good storage/transport media for LiPos if insulated properly; I have 3bof them. . Shop around for the best deals on line Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanR Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 Why the insulation, lads? Insulate from what? IanR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanR Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 Pat, try here. f:0">http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-50-Cal-Army-Ammo-Metal-Storage-Box-Ammunition-Surplus-Tin-Tool-Box/301820817483?hash=item4645ec304b:g:YUkAAOSwd3dZYSfa:rk:2f:0 I bought a couple a while back - they are very clean. IanR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stearman65 Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 Just bought one of these, £9.95 inc delivery. f:0">https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/British-Army-Ammo-Box-30-Cal-Ammunition-Metal-Tool-Storage-Used-Military-Surplus/192648103496?hash=item2cdab8c648:g:WMQAAOSwbTtbj~N1:rk:6f:0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Carr Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 Hello pat, I too am looking for an ammo box, ken found a suppler but I can’t find his link...... Ian, Just for insulation from the metal box... help safeguard the batteries against shorts Craig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken anderson. Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 the ones I found were on a site called gi-surplus,much the same as the ones posted here...for some reason the web site is down...the ones on here are p+p free,seem good prices.... ken anderson...ne...1..... ammo box dept. Edited By ken anderson. on 16/11/2018 08:05:43 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Miller Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 You can find them on EBAY. I havex a small one and drilled holes in it to let the gasses out. The club secretary added baffles etc to stop sparks coming out to his. Then I boight a Batsafe.A bit (lot) more expensive but really designed to dothe job properly. They afre on Ebay but actually a little cheaper on Hobbyking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 If you live anywhere near Brackley go into the Antique Cellar underneath Waitrose. The guy who sells military items has all different sizes and I have had a few off him for £10 each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Posted by IanR on 15/11/2018 23:08:01: Why the insulation, lads? Insulate from what? IanR I lined mine to reduce the chances of getting a short, either through a damaged lead or abrasion on the packs' shrink wrapping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Feather Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 I second (third?) the views about ammo boxes, great things; just be careful when shutting the lid that you haven't trapped any of the battery leads.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Stearman65 Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Posted by Percy Verance on 16/11/2018 17:14:22: I use one of these...... Made of steel, it's considerably more robust than the plastic jobs you often see. Nobody selling ammo boxes near me, and I don't do e bay so got this instead. Seems ideal...... Loads of room in it. If I fill it with 20 odd lipos for a full day's outing, it's almost too heavy to lift..... Of course I could take fewer batteries, but I prefer not to charge at the flying field. Edited By Percy Verance on 16/11/2018 17:17:58 But how much Percy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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PeterF Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Posted by Percy Verance on 16/11/2018 17:14:22: I use one of these...... Made of steel, it's considerably more robust than the plastic jobs you often see. Nobody selling ammo boxes near me, and I don't do e bay so got this instead. Seems ideal...... Loads of room in it. If I fill it with 20 odd lipos for a full day's outing, it's almost too heavy to lift..... Of course I could take fewer batteries, but I prefer not to charge at the flying field. Edited By Percy Verance on 16/11/2018 17:17:58 Good choice, I have one of these to keep my field charging battery in, 96Ah of 6S lipo, I have some large EDF jets and lead acid leisure batteries were too heavy. The case is large and sturdy and has a good carry handle. Mine has a sliding tray in the top for the charger to sit in, I believe there is a version without the sliding tray as well. It has some gaps between the lid and body so it can not pressurise should an event happen. My flight batteries travel in 50 call ammo boxes, with the seals partially removed and insulated inside per other peoples practice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Andy C Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 I use NEW 50Cal ammo boxes from Ebay (link below). Not worth getting used old rusty ones in my opinion. Also, I thought the whole point was to keep the rubber seal in place to stop the gasses escaping in case of a problem or a battery going pop or in fact more oxygen getting in if they try and burn. f:0">https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-50-Cal-Army-Ammo-Metal-Storage-Box-Ammunition-Surplus-Tin-Tool-Box/301820817483?hash=item4645ec304b:g:YUkAAOSwd3dZYSfa:rk:49f:0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatMc Posted November 17, 2018 Author Share Posted November 17, 2018 Thanks for the replies. I've ordered one of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterF Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 Posted by Andy C on 17/11/2018 15:06:25: I use NEW 50Cal ammo boxes from Ebay (link below). Not worth getting used old rusty ones in my opinion. Also, I thought the whole point was to keep the rubber seal in place to stop the gasses escaping in case of a problem or a battery going pop or in fact more oxygen getting in if they try and burn. f:0 No, if a lipo battery catches fire, it does not need external oxygen, it is a reaction of the chemicals in the battery and as they react they give off a lot of high temperature gas, and if this happens in a sealed container it will pressurise it and potentially burst it, so you need to remove some of the seal to stop it being pressurised. Think of the lipo charging bags, these are not sealed. Edited By PeterF on 17/11/2018 17:02:38 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken anderson. Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 andy,on your recommendation I've ordered a one...… ken anderson...ne..1....ammo box dept. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Craig Carr Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 Posted by Andy C on 17/11/2018 15:06:25: I use NEW 50Cal ammo boxes from Ebay (link below). Not worth getting used old rusty ones in my opinion. Also, I thought the whole point was to keep the rubber seal in place to stop the gasses escaping in case of a problem or a battery going pop or in fact more oxygen getting in if they try and burn. f:0 Hi Andy/pat. They both look great. I’m ordering one as well I had gone along with the venting idea but now you’ve got me wondering Should we vent them or not ???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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