Spektrum 11.1V 1300mAh 30S Smart LiPo Battery Overview
With Spektrum Smart LiPo batteries, you get incredible features. With Auto Charge, Spektrum Smart Chargers recognize Spektrum Smart battery charging parameters and begin safe, accurate charging automatically when connected. Additionally, when connected to a Smart charger, that Smart LiPo battery's unique parameters and health are uploaded from the Smart memory microchip integrated into the battery. Through the charger, you can view and set preferences, such as charge rates, so that all you have to do to charge the pack every time is press the charger "Start" button. Smart technology takes care of the rest.
Spektrum Smart LiPo Batteries Store Unique Data, Such As:
- Battery Brand
- Battery Type
- Battery Capacity
- Battery C Rating
- Individual Cell Voltage
- Battery Temperature
- Charge/Discharge Cycles
Spektrum Smart LiPo batteries also maintain an error log, including the number of overheating, over-discharging, and overcharging incidents, which can be helpful data in assuring that the battery you've chosen is correct for the application. A Smart Battery automatically uploads its charge parameters to a Spektrum Smart Charger, making charging simple. The charge rate of every Smart Battery is customizable, allowing you to take full advantage of packs with faster charge ratings.
Spektrum 11.1V 1300mAh 30S Smart LiPo Battery Features
- Simpler and safer to use
- Integrated microchips store unique parameters for each battery
- Powerful 30C continuous discharge rating to deliver maximum performance and longevity
- Save time and hassle while improving battery life
- No soldering is required. Equipped with IC2® connector
- Smart discharge allows batteries to discharge to a safe voltage automatically
Spektrum Smart G2 Family
- Model Number: SPMX-1089
- Brand: Spektrum
- Battery Type: LiPo (Lithium Polymer)
- Cell Chemistry: 3.7V per cell
- Cell Count: 3S (3 cells in series)
- Nominal Voltage: 11.1V
- Capacity: 1300mAh
- Energy Rating: 14.4 watt-hours
- Continuous Discharge Rate: 30C
- Maximum Charge Rate: 5C
- Maximum Continuous Current: 39 amps (1300mAh × 30C)
- Connector Type: IC2 with data transfer wire
- Balance Connector: Yes (G2 Smart Battery)
- Hard Case: Yes
- Weight: 111 grams
- Length: 3.92 inches (100mm)
- Width: 1.33 inches (34mm)
- Height: 0.79 inches (20mm)
- Smart Battery Technology: Integrated microchip stores battery parameters
- Microchip Data Storage: Brand, type, capacity, C rating, cell voltage, temperature, charge cycles, discharge cycles
- Error Logging: Records overheating, over-discharge, and overcharge incidents
- Smart Discharge Function: Automatic storage voltage discharge between 12-240 hours
- Customisable Charge Rates: User-selectable charge parameters
- Auto Charge Compatible: Works with Spektrum Smart Chargers for automatic parameter recognition
- Memory Settings: Battery remembers last used charge rate
- Application: ARRMA 3S compatible brushless GROM vehicles and similar small-scale RC cars and trucks
- Assembly: Factory-assembled, no soldering required
Overview
The Spektrum 11.1V 1300mAh 3S 30C Smart G2 LiPo Battery with IC2 connector is a premium lithium polymer battery pack designed specifically for small-scale brushless RC vehicles. Whether you're running an ARRMA GROM or another 3S-compatible brushless RC car, truck or buggy, this Spektrum Smart battery delivers the intelligent performance and ease of use that modern RC enthusiasts demand. The 1300mAh capacity provides ample runtime for extended bashing sessions, whilst the 30C continuous discharge rating ensures your vehicle has access to the power it needs for explosive acceleration and sustained high-speed performance.
This is an ideal choice for RC car UK hobbyists seeking a hassle-free battery solution that takes the guesswork out of charging and battery management. The integrated Smart microchip stores unique battery parameters and health data, automatically uploading this information to compatible Spektrum Smart Chargers for perfectly optimised charging every single time. No soldering required, no manual parameter entry, and no need to worry about incorrect charging settings—just plug in the IC2 connector, and let the battery and charger do the talking.
From casual weekend bashers to more serious RC enthusiasts, the Spektrum Smart G2 battery system represents a leap forward in battery technology that makes RC hobbying simpler, safer, and more enjoyable. The hard case construction protects your investment, whilst the factory-assembled IC2 connector means the battery arrives ready to use out of the box with a ready to run RC setup.
Key Features
- Spektrum Smart Battery Technology — The integrated microchip stores vital battery information including brand, chemistry, cell count, capacity, C rating, battery temperature, and the number of charging and discharge cycles, ensuring you always know the exact condition and capabilities of your pack.
- Auto Charge Compatibility — When connected to a Spektrum Smart Charger, the battery automatically uploads its unique parameters, allowing the charger to recognise the pack and begin safe, accurate charging without any manual setup or configuration required.
- 30C Continuous Discharge Rating — This powerful discharge rating delivers maximum performance and longevity, allowing your RC vehicle to access the sustained current needed for aggressive driving whilst maintaining battery health over many charge cycles.
- Customisable Charge Rates — The charge rate of every Smart Battery is fully customisable, allowing you to take complete advantage of the pack's faster 5C maximum charge rate if your charger supports it, saving valuable charging time between driving sessions.
- Smart Discharge Function — When programmed with a Spektrum Smart Charger, the battery automatically discharges to your predetermined storage voltage between 12 and 240 hours after use, preventing the pack from sitting fully charged for extended periods and preserving the chemical integrity of the LiPo cells for longer battery life.
- Integrated Error Logging — The microchip maintains a comprehensive error log including the number of overheating, over-discharging, and overcharging incidents, providing essential data to help you make informed decisions about your battery's suitability for your application.
- Hard Case Protection — The battery is housed in a protective hard case that shields the cells from damage during transport, storage, and use, significantly extending the usable lifespan of your investment.
- Factory-Assembled IC2 Connector — No soldering required; the next-generation IC2 output connector arrives pre-installed with a data transfer wire to relay saved information seamlessly to your Smart Chargers, ensuring plug-and-play compatibility with all Spektrum Smart Charger models.
- Memory-Based Settings — The battery's integrated microchip remembers the last charging rate and settings you selected, automatically applying these preferences the next time you plug in the pack, eliminating repetitive menu navigation.
- Simpler and Safer Charging — By automating parameter upload and removal of manual configuration steps, Smart Battery Technology reduces the risk of incorrect charger settings that could damage your battery or compromise safety.
Technical Performance
The Spektrum 11.1V 1300mAh 3S 30C Smart G2 LiPo Battery delivers professional-grade performance in a compact, lightweight package purpose-built for small-scale brushless RC vehicles. With an output voltage of 11.1 volts across three series-connected cells, each cell rated at 3.7 volts nominal, this battery provides the ideal voltage range for 3S-capable brushless ESCs and motors found in modern ready to run RC cars, trucks, and buggies. The 1300mAh capacity strikes an excellent balance between weight and runtime, providing sufficient energy for extended bashing sessions without adding excessive mass to your vehicle. The 30C continuous discharge rating means the battery can safely deliver up to 39 amps of continuous current (1300mAh × 30C = 39A), making it suitable for powerful brushless motors spinning at high RPM in aggressive driving scenarios. The maximum charge rate of 5C allows for relatively quick recharging between sessions, with the capability to restore the pack to full capacity in approximately 12 minutes when using a compatible 6.5-amp Smart Charger. Weighing just 111 grams with dimensions of 100mm length × 34mm width × 20mm height, the battery fits neatly into the compact chassis bays of small-scale RC vehicles whilst maintaining a low centre of gravity for improved handling characteristics. The total energy capacity is 14.4 watt-hours, delivering consistent power delivery throughout the discharge cycle. Built with proven LiPo chemistry (lithium polymer), the battery offers superior performance compared to older NiMH technology, with higher voltage, greater capacity for weight, and the ability to discharge at much higher rates. The hard case exterior protects the vulnerable lithium cells from punctures and crushing damage that could cause dangerous short circuits or thermal runaway. This battery represents the modern standard for small-scale RC enthusiasts in the UK seeking brushless RC cars and trucks with intelligent, automated charging systems.
What's in the Box
- 1x Spektrum 11.1V 1300mAh 3S 30C Smart G2 LiPo Battery with IC2 connector
What You Need to Complete
- Spektrum Smart Charger (such as the S155 55W AC G2 Smart Charger) to charge the battery with full Smart Battery Technology benefits
- Battery charging bag for safe storage and charging
- Compatible RC vehicle with 3S LiPo battery connector (IC2 equipped brushless ready to run RC cars, trucks, and buggies)
- For vehicles with IC3 connectors: One-Piece Battery Adapter IC2 Device/IC3 Battery to enable compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
- What vehicles is the Spektrum 11.1V 1300mAh 3S Smart Battery compatible with? — This battery is designed specifically for ARRMA 3S compatible brushless GROM vehicles and any other RC car, truck, or buggy equipped with an IC2 connector and rated for 3S LiPo batteries. The compact size and shape are custom-tailored for small-scale brushless vehicles. If your vehicle has an IC3 connector instead of IC2, you can use a One-Piece Battery Adapter to enable compatibility.
- How long does the battery take to charge? — When using a Spektrum Smart Charger, the battery can charge at rates up to 5C maximum, meaning a full charge from empty takes approximately 12 minutes at 6.5 amps. However, charging times vary depending on the charger used and the charge rate selected. The Smart Charger will automatically set the optimal charge parameters based on the battery's stored data.
- What makes this a Smart Battery different from regular LiPo batteries? — The Spektrum Smart Battery includes an integrated microchip that stores unique parameters such as battery brand, capacity, C rating, cell voltage, temperature data, and charge/discharge cycle counts. This data is automatically uploaded to compatible Spektrum Smart Chargers, allowing the charger to recognise the battery and apply perfectly optimised charging parameters without any manual setup. Regular batteries require you to manually input these specifications into the charger every single time.
- Does this battery work with non-Spektrum chargers? — Yes, the battery can be charged with any standard LiPo charger, though you will need to manually input the charging parameters rather than enjoying automatic Smart Battery benefits. For full Auto Charge functionality and Smart Discharge features, a Spektrum Smart Charger is required.
- What is the Smart Discharge feature and why is it important? — Smart Discharge is an automated storage mode that, once programmed in a Spektrum Smart Charger, causes the battery to gradually discharge itself to a safe storage voltage between 12 and 240 hours after use. This prevents the battery from remaining at full charge for extended periods, which degrades lithium polymer cells and reduces overall lifespan. By maintaining batteries at proper storage voltage, you extend their usable life significantly.
- Is the Spektrum 11.1V 1300mAh 3S Smart Battery good for beginners? — Yes, absolutely. In fact, Smart Battery Technology makes this an excellent choice for beginners because it removes the complexity and potential for error when charging. Beginners don't need to understand charger menus or manually input battery specifications—they simply connect the battery to a Smart Charger and press start. The integrated safety features, including error logging and automatic discharge, provide peace of mind for new RC car UK enthusiasts.
- What performance should I expect from 30C discharge rating? — A 30C rating means the battery can safely deliver 39 amps of continuous current (1300mAh × 30 = 39A), which is more than sufficient for powerful brushless motors in small-scale RC vehicles. This rating ensures your vehicle has access to maximum performance without risk of battery damage, whilst maintaining the pack's longevity across many charging and discharge cycles. You'll experience responsive acceleration and sustained high-speed capability.
- How does the battery's microchip track battery health? — The integrated microchip records every charge cycle, discharge cycle, temperature history, and any error events such as overcharging, over-discharging, or overheating. When connected to a Spektrum Smart Charger, you can review this data to make informed decisions about battery condition and suitability for your application. If a battery has experienced multiple overheating events, for example, you know to be more cautious with its use.
- What is the difference between the 3S Smart Battery and 2S options? — The 3S battery delivers 11.1 volts (three cells at 3.7V each), whilst a 2S battery delivers 7.4 volts (two cells). Higher voltage means more power delivery and typically higher top speed in RC vehicles. However, your vehicle must be compatible with 3S voltage; using a 3S battery in a 2S-only vehicle will damage the ESC and motor. The ARRMA GROM 223S is already 2S/3S capable, meaning it can safely use either voltage.
- Is the IC2 connector proprietary to Spektrum? — The IC2 connector is Spektrum's next-generation Smart Battery connector featuring an integrated data wire for communicating battery information to Smart Chargers. Other manufacturers use different connector systems, so this battery is specifically designed for Spektrum Smart Charger systems. The IC2 connector is not compatible with standard XT60 or XT90 connectors found on many other RC batteries.
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