Would a LiPo battery need protecting from reverse current? (programming.dev)

submitted 8 months ago by iliketurtiles@programming.dev to c/askelectronics@discuss.tchncs.de

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Im working on a board for controlling a few linear actuators. They will at full load draw something like 10A, and will be powered by a 24V (or so) LiPo pack.

I have a few H-bridges and as expected when the power is cut off, there is an inductive kickback of about 10A. No PWM, they will be turned on and off occasionally only.

I havent been able to fibd anything on if a LiPo pack would be able to take this reverse current, or if it needs some sort of protection. It also lasts for quite a short time but I'm new to batteries so I want to be sure its not a problem.

Would apprecaite any help :)

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[-] quiescentcurrent@discuss.tchncs.de 2 points 8 months ago

I was just typing out my reply, but yours is much more detailed anyway, @OP this is the correct solution.

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