Smart™ Technology
LiPo batteries with Spektrum Smart™ technology practically take care of themselves. When combined with a Spektrum™ Smart Battery Charger, the unique parameters, history of the battery and more are all available the instant it's connected. Charging a Smart Battery is easy as it gets, plus Smart LiPo battery packs are programmable to meet your exact charging needs. But the crowning feature of a Spektrum Smart LiPo battery is that it can be programmed to safely self-discharge to storage condition. That's a Smart Battery pack!
Spektrum Smart technology is about offering a higher connection to your hobby. It's a connection that puts you in complete control, makes you more aware and more confident about the capability of your equipment-all the while making your hobby easier. The combined result will make you wish everything about your hobby was "smarter." Spektrum Smart LiPo Batteries are a part of a wide series of Smart technology products now available.
Key Features
- Spektrum Smart Technology Makes Charging and Maintaining Batteries Easy
- Integrated Microship Stores Unique Parameters for Each Battery
- New IC3 and IC5 Connectors are Compatible with EC3 and EC5
- Save Time and Hassle, while Improving Battery Life
- Smart Discharge Allows Batteries to Automatically Discharge to a Safe Voltage
Feature Overview
You'll never have to set charge preferences for a Spektrum Smart battery until you want to. When a Spektrum Smart LiPo battery is connected to a Spektrum Smart charger, unique parameters and health of that Smart LiPo battery upload 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.
Every Smart LiPo battery is factory assembled with the next-generation IC3™ or IC5™ output connector that's conveniently compatible with older devices equipped with robust EC3™ and EC5™ connectors. You can use Smart Batteries with older systems, but only when connected to a Spektrum Smart device will all the benefits of Smart technology become obvious.
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 over-heat, over-discharge and over-charge incidents which can be helpful data in assuring that the battery you've chosen is right for the application. A Smart Battery uploads its charge parameters to a Spektrum Smart Charger automatically making charging as simple as pressing the "Start" button. The charge rate of every Smart Battery is customizable, allowing you to take full advantage of packs with faster charge ratings.
Smart Battery Technology
When connected to a Spektrum Smart charger, unique parameters and health of your Smart LiPo battery upload from the Smart memory microchip integrated into the battery. Through the charger, you can set and record preferred settings, such as charge rates and self-discharge options, so that all you have to do to charge the pack is press the "start" button. Smart technology will take care of the rest. Every Smart LiPo battery is factory assembled with the next-generation IC3™ and IC5&trade output connector that utilizes a data transfer wire to relay saved information to your Smart Chargers.
Data Rich
An integrated microchip allows each Smart Battery to save vital information such as battery brand, chemistry, cell count, capacity, number of charging cycles, number of discharges, C rating, battery temperature, and internal resistance. Additionally, each battery will save a log of unhealthy events such as over-charge, over-discharge, and over-temperature. This allows you to make the most informed decision about each battery when you are getting your gear ready for a day at the field or the track.
Simple and Quick
Preset charge, discharge, and storage parameters are automatically relayed to a Spektrum Smart Charger making charging as simple as pressing the "start" button. Charge rate of individual batteries can be user customized allowing you to take full advantage of packs with faster charge ratings. The integrated microchip on each battery will remember the last charging rate you set, so the next time you plug it in, these settings will automatically populate so all you have to do is press "Start." Another feature that the Smart microchip allows is single-connection balance charge. When you plug in your IC3 or IC5 connector to the charger, individual cell voltage is automatically relayed to the Smart charger and allows you to balance charge without fussing with standard balance connectors.
New IC3 & IC5 Connectors
The innovative Smart connection is made possible by an installed microchip on every battery, feeding the unique information through a data cable to the new IC3 and IC5 connectors. The IC series of connectors are designed from the ground up to provide a more solid connection, higher heat resistance, and effortless installation. For those using the popular EC3 and EC5 connectors, there's no need to worry. The IC connector series is entirely backwards compatible with existing connectors so you can use Smart Batteries with older systems, but only when connected to a Spektrum Smart device are all the benefits of Smart technology obvious.
Smart Discharge
LiPo batteries with Spektrum Smart™ technology practically take care of themselves. When programmed with a Spektrum Smart Charger, Smart Batteries will automatically discharge to your predetermined storage voltage when they are left to rest for a time period you choose, between 12 and 240 hours. This feature will help to extend the life of your Smart Batteries by preventing your batteries from sitting fully charged for an extended period of time, which can damage the chemical integrity of Lithium Polymer cells. This unique feature results in longer battery life expectancy and better performance over the life of the pack.
- Battery Type: Smart LiPo
- Capacity: 2200 mAh
- Cells: 3S (3-cell)
- Nominal Voltage: 11.1V
- Discharge Rate: 30C
- Connector Type: IC3 (EC3 compatible)
- Weight: 180g
- Length: 107mm
- Width: 34mm
- Height: 24mm
- Smart Memory Microchip: Integrated
- Smart Technology Features: Automatic parameter upload, programmable charge rates, programmable self-discharge to storage voltage
- Compatible Chargers: Spektrum Smart Battery Charger (required for full Smart functionality)
- Compatible ESC Systems: Any 3S LiPo capable ESC with IC3 or EC3 connectors
Overview
The SPM 2200mah 3S 11.1V Smart LiPo 30C battery with IC3 connector (Model: O-SPMX22003S30) represents the pinnacle of intelligent battery technology for RC enthusiasts across the UK. Whether you're piloting a brushless RC car, quad, or aircraft, this Spektrum Smart LiPo battery pack takes the guesswork out of charging, maintaining and storing your power source. The integrated Smart technology microchip communicates with compatible Spektrum Smart chargers, automatically uploading unique parameters and health information the moment you connect the battery. This means you'll spend less time configuring charge settings and more time enjoying your RC hobby.
Designed for serious RC car UK users and hobbyists who demand reliability, the 2200mAh 3S configuration delivers 11.1V nominal voltage and a 30C discharge rate, making it suitable for medium-powered brushless systems and electric RC models. The next-generation IC3 connector is forward-compatible with older EC3-equipped devices, ensuring broad compatibility across your RC fleet. With dimensions of 107mm length, 34mm width and 24mm height, this compact battery pack weighs just 180g, making it ideal for ready to run RC vehicles where weight distribution matters.
Unlike conventional LiPo batteries that require manual voltage checks and careful storage procedures, this Smart LiPo practically takes care of itself. The programmable self-discharge feature allows the battery to automatically discharge to a safe storage voltage when you're not using it, eliminating the common problem of degraded batteries sitting unused. This is genuine innovation that separates Spektrum Smart technology from generic battery packs found elsewhere.
Key Features
- Spektrum Smart Technology — An integrated microchip stores unique parameters and health history for each battery, making charging and maintenance effortless when paired with a Spektrum Smart Battery Charger. This eliminates the need to manually reprogram charge preferences each time.
- Automatic Smart Discharge to Storage Voltage — The battery can be programmed to safely self-discharge to storage condition automatically, protecting your investment from the damage caused by over-discharged or fully-charged storage and extending overall battery life significantly.
- IC3 Connector with EC3 Compatibility — Featuring the next-generation IC3 output connector that is conveniently compatible with older devices equipped with EC3 connectors, ensuring seamless integration across your RC collection without requiring adapters.
- Easy Charging with One-Button Operation — Once initial preferences are set through a Spektrum Smart charger, you need only press the "Start" button every subsequent charge. The Smart memory takes care of all settings automatically.
- Complete Battery Visibility — Unique parameters, discharge history, charge cycles and health information are all instantly available when the battery connects to a Spektrum Smart charger, giving you complete confidence in your equipment's capability.
- Programmable Charge Rates — Through the compatible Spektrum Smart charger interface, you can view and set preferences such as charge rates to meet your exact charging needs, optimising battery performance for different RC models.
- Factory-Assembled Quality — Every Smart LiPo battery is factory-assembled with premium components and the next-generation IC3 connector, ensuring consistent quality and reliability from the moment you unbox it.
Technical Performance
This 2200mAh 3-cell LiPo battery delivers 11.1V nominal output with a respectable 30C continuous discharge rate, making it well-suited for medium-powered brushless RC applications including ready to run RC vehicles, electric RC cars and compatible quadcopters. The 180-gram weight is optimised for models where power-to-weight ratio is crucial for responsive handling and acceleration. The battery's dimensions of 107mm x 34mm x 24mm allow flexible mounting in compact RC chassis designs whilst maintaining a low centre of gravity. The IC3 connector provides a secure, reliable connection with minimal voltage drop, ensuring maximum power delivery to your ESC and motor. The 11.1V configuration (3S) represents the sweet spot for many hobbyists, offering sufficient voltage for competitive performance without requiring the complex cell balancing and charging infrastructure of higher-cell-count packs. Spektrum's engineering ensures consistent cell matching and internal resistance characteristics, meaning you'll experience stable voltage delivery throughout the discharge cycle and predictable runtime across multiple charge cycles.
What's in the Box
- SPM 2200mAh 3S 11.1V Smart LiPo Battery Pack with IC3 Connector
- Integrated Smart Memory Microchip
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Spektrum Smart LiPo batteries better than regular LiPo batteries? — Smart LiPo batteries feature an integrated microchip that communicates with compatible Spektrum Smart chargers, automatically uploading unique parameters and battery health information. This eliminates manual configuration, reduces charging time and hassle, improves overall battery life, and most importantly, allows programmable self-discharge to safe storage voltage — a feature that protects your investment when the battery isn't in use. Regular LiPo packs lack this intelligence and require manual voltage monitoring and careful storage procedures.
- Do I need a Spektrum Smart charger to use this battery? — You can charge this battery with any standard 3S LiPo charger that supports the IC3 connector, however you'll only unlock the full benefits of Spektrum Smart technology (automatic parameter uploads, programmable discharge, one-button charging) when paired with an official Spektrum Smart Battery Charger. The Smart features make charging and maintenance significantly easier and extend battery lifespan.
- Is the 2200mAh 3S configuration suitable for beginners? — Yes, absolutely. The 2200mAh 3S (11.1V) configuration is ideal for beginners and intermediate RC car UK enthusiasts. It provides sufficient power for ready to run RC vehicles and brushless systems without requiring the complex management of larger multi-cell packs. The Smart technology actually makes battery care easier for newcomers since the charger handles all settings automatically once initial preferences are programmed.
- What RC models is this battery compatible with? — This 2200mAh 3S LiPo battery is compatible with any RC model equipped with a 3S-capable ESC and IC3 or EC3 connectors. Common applications include medium-powered brushless RC cars, electric RC buggies, touring cars, stadium trucks and compatible quadcopters. Always verify your RC model's battery specifications before purchasing to ensure correct cell count (3S) and connector compatibility.
- How long will this battery last between charges? — Runtime depends on your specific RC model's power consumption, driving style and motor/ESC configuration. A 2200mAh battery will typically provide 15-25 minutes of continuous running on moderate throttle settings, with shorter runtimes under full throttle and longer periods during lighter use. Check your RC vehicle's manual for expected runtimes with 2200mAh 3S batteries.
- What is the difference between IC3 and EC3 connectors? — IC3 is the next-generation Spektrum connector offering improved contact design and reliability compared to the older EC3 standard. The IC3 connector is physically compatible with EC3-equipped devices, meaning IC3 batteries can be used with older EC3 equipment without adapters. However, IC3 is the preferred connector for newer equipment due to superior performance characteristics.
- How should I store this battery? — The standout feature of Spektrum Smart LiPo batteries is programmable smart discharge. You can programme the battery to automatically discharge to a safe storage voltage (typically 3.0V per cell), protecting it from damage caused by storage at full charge or completely discharged state. This automatic discharge function is one of the primary advantages over conventional LiPo packs and significantly extends battery lifespan.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the SPM 2200mah 3S 11.1V Smart LiPo 30C; IC3 O-SPMX22003S30 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
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