{"id":4869,"date":"2022-03-08T23:07:33","date_gmt":"2022-03-08T17:37:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/?p=4869"},"modified":"2022-03-08T23:07:33","modified_gmt":"2022-03-08T17:37:33","slug":"tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips To Increase Your Drones Battery Life"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Drones have been increasingly popular in recent years. You can simply obtain one without having to spend a lot of money. The majority of people own drones for a variety of purposes, including entertainment or business photography. Drones are crucial instruments that have taken the world of photography to a whole new level in any scenario. A drone can no longer fly in the air without an appropriate push. The battery life of your drone impacts how long you can fly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/20220308_230510_0000.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4870\"\/><figcaption>Tips To Increase Your Drones Battery Life<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes some foresight to ensure that your drone battery lasts longer. It all begins with choosing the correct battery and understanding how to extend its life so that your drone can stay in the air for an extended period of time. Let&#8217;s take a look at why you need a long battery life before we get into the strategies for increasing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Time_spent_in_flight\" title=\"Time spent in flight\">Time spent in flight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Battery_Life_of_a_Power_Drone\" title=\"Battery Life of a Power Drone\">Battery Life of a Power Drone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Drone_life_expectancy\" title=\"Drone life expectancy\">Drone life expectancy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#What_factors_influence_the_battery_life_of_your_drone\" title=\"What factors influence the battery life of your drone?\">What factors influence the battery life of your drone?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Density_of_energy\" title=\"Density of energy\">Density of energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Climate_conditions\" title=\"Climate conditions\">Climate conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Size\" title=\"Size\">Size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Battery_Storage_for_Drones\" title=\"Battery Storage for Drones\">Battery Storage for Drones<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Tips_for_extending_the_life_of_your_drones_battery\" title=\"Tips for extending the life of your drone&#8217;s battery\">Tips for extending the life of your drone&#8217;s battery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Carefully_select_the_batteries_for_your_drone\" title=\"Carefully select the batteries for your drone\">Carefully select the batteries for your drone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#When_the_cameras_are_not_in_use_they_should_be_removed\" title=\"When the cameras are not in use, they should be removed\">When the cameras are not in use, they should be removed<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Fast_charging_should_be_avoided\" title=\"Fast charging should be avoided\">Fast charging should be avoided<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Know_when_to_fly_your_drone\" title=\"Know when to fly your drone\">Know when to fly your drone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Upgrade_your_drone_parts\" title=\"Upgrade your drone parts\">Upgrade your drone parts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Remove_prop_guards\" title=\"Remove prop guards\">Remove prop guards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Do_not_overcharge_your_battery\" title=\"Do not overcharge your battery\">Do not overcharge your battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Follow_rule_40-60\" title=\"Follow rule 40-60\">Follow rule 40-60<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dktechnicalmate.com\/tips-to-increase-your-drones-battery-life\/#Conclusion_on_Drone_Battery_Life\" title=\"Conclusion on Drone Battery Life\">Conclusion on Drone Battery Life<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_you_need_a_long-lasting_battery_for_your_drone\"><\/span>Why do you need a long-lasting battery for your drone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When buying a drone, the majority of people ignore the batteries. It is, nonetheless, an important tool that contributes to a drone&#8217;s excellent performance. So, why do you need such a large battery?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_spent_in_flight\"><\/span>Time spent in flight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A strong battery allows your drone to stay in the air for longer. The length of your flight is determined by the state of your battery. As a result, it&#8217;s your responsibility to make sure you have a long-lasting battery to minimise hassles while photographing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery_Life_of_a_Power_Drone\"><\/span>Battery Life of a Power Drone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A drone&#8217;s ability to fly is reliant on batteries. The drone&#8217;s performance is ensured by a strong battery, which allows it to fly faster and higher. The more your drone flies, the more powerful batteries it will require. So, if you&#8217;re into business photography, where higher and better shots are required, you&#8217;ll need good batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drone_life_expectancy\"><\/span>Drone life expectancy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Its durability is aided by drone batteries. The performance of a drone&#8217;s batteries, like that of any other electrical device, affects its lifespan. As a result, if you have trustworthy batteries, your drone will be able to stay in service for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_factors_influence_the_battery_life_of_your_drone\"><\/span>What factors influence the battery life of your drone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, how long your batteries will last is determined by a number of factors. They are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Density_of_energy\"><\/span>Density of energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What is the maximum amount of power that your battery can store? The capacity of different batteries is measured in milliampere-hours (mAH). As a result, the greater the capacity, the longer the lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Climate_conditions\"><\/span>Climate conditions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drones should not be flown in inclement weather, such as when it is windy or raining. Flying your drone takes more work and energy in these situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Size\"><\/span>Size<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The size of a battery is really important. Large batteries may add weight to the drone, but they are more powerful and have a larger surface area for transmitting current. Furthermore, their discharge rate is a little lower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery_Storage_for_Drones\"><\/span>Battery Storage for Drones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The way you keep your batteries affects how long they last. When your battery is at 40% capacity, you should store it. When batteries are fully charged, they tend to burn out faster. Also, keep them cool and out of the way of flames.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you extend the life of long-lasting batteries now that you know how important they are and what factors influence their lifespan?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_extending_the_life_of_your_drones_battery\"><\/span>Tips for extending the life of your drone&#8217;s battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few tricks you may apply to extend the life of your battery. It makes no difference which battery you use; if you don&#8217;t take care of it, it will fail in a short period of time. So, here are some safety precautions that can help you increase the battery life of your drone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carefully_select_the_batteries_for_your_drone\"><\/span>Carefully select the batteries for your drone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to inspect the battery quality before purchasing your drone. Don&#8217;t waste your money on low-quality batteries that won&#8217;t last long. Choose an original battery with a high mAH rating. If you&#8217;re having trouble determining good quality while shopping, contact your seller for help to ensure you get the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_the_cameras_are_not_in_use_they_should_be_removed\"><\/span>When the cameras are not in use, they should be removed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The cameras on most drones are usually detachable. Remove the drone if you aren&#8217;t using it. When recording, the drone&#8217;s camera connects to the batteries. It uses battery power even when it is not recording at the time. So, if you&#8217;re not going to take any photos or videos, make sure they&#8217;re turned off to preserve power. As a result, you will not have to charge the batteries as frequently, extending their life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fast_charging_should_be_avoided\"><\/span>Fast charging should be avoided<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fast charging your drone battery can cause it to overheat. Avoid quick charging unless you need to use the drone right away. The more you maintain the battery, the slower you charge it. Allow it to slowly charge to full capacity. Don&#8217;t rush the charging process. Charge the batteries overnight if you don&#8217;t mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_when_to_fly_your_drone\"><\/span>Know when to fly your drone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is always important to fly your drones when the weather is nice and comfortable. The best time to fly a drone is when the weather is right and sunny. Now, the reason why it is not appropriate to fly your drone plane when it is raining or windy is that the towing plane requires extra effort to fly. Thus, this puts more pressure on the battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Upgrade_your_drone_parts\"><\/span>Upgrade your drone parts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Upgrading drone components can help save your batteries. Older parts, such as older cars, tend to use more energy. Therefore, advancing in new and better modes will relieve battery pressure, helping it to last longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remove_prop_guards\"><\/span>Remove prop guards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drones with wrap-around straps called prop guards to protect the propeller. They are advantageous, but they increase the weight of the drone. Therefore, the drone will need extra power to move forward. If you want to extend the life of your battery, removing them would be a good idea. However, removing prop guards could damage your propellers. So, be careful where you fly your drone to protect the propeller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_not_overcharge_your_battery\"><\/span>Do not overcharge your battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Always avoid overcharging your drone batteries. Overcharging batteries is bad news, not only is it damaging your battery but also dangerous for you. The first stage will be swollen, and the battery will look swollen. Later, if you are not prepared enough, it may explode. So, always check your battery when charging. If it is about 80%, unplug it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fly your drone to the appropriate height<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To save and protect your batteries, always make sure that you are flying your drone in the proper manner recommended by the manufacturer. Drones flying at very high altitudes drain your batteries quickly and end up interrupting flight time. Additionally, the higher you go, the more effort you will need to get your drone to fly and stay in the air. So, this may eventually affect the life of your battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_rule_40-60\"><\/span>Follow rule 40-60<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may damage your batteries when you pull them out and when you overcharge them. Therefore, the best option is to follow the 40-60 rule. Recharge if you need it at 40% and stop charging when it is close to 80%. This will help save your battery. Note that most lithium batteries have a charging time of 300 cycles. Therefore, you should be careful when charging your battery to make sure that you do not overuse it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_on_Drone_Battery_Life\"><\/span>Conclusion on Drone Battery Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the drone battery has a considerable impact on the drone&#8217;s performance. When the battery charge runs out in the middle of an exciting photo shoot, it&#8217;s a real pain. Always learn to take care of your batteries to avoid such disappointments. It all starts when you go to the store to purchase your new drone. It is recommended that you get a drone with detachable batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examine the density of their energy, the volume of their discharge, and the voltage. After you&#8217;ve purchased a nice battery, handle it with care. Use the suggestions above to increase the life of your drone&#8217;s battery. Remember that no matter what type of battery you use, if you aren&#8217;t careful, you&#8217;ll end up damaging it. So, be on the lookout and follow the aforementioned advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drones have been increasingly popular in recent years. You can simply obtain one without having to spend a lot of money. The majority of people own drones for a variety of purposes, including entertainment or business photography. 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