Spark battery strap or elastic band?

[John Harvey]

Anyone know how to tell the difference between old and new batteries?

Old battery, pre October 2017 had a smaller weaker clip.. New battery had a little larger but stronger clip. I will try find a photo and send it to you. (My Drone has now been repaired by DJi,,Warranty,, and is on it's way back to me,,)

 

[Adrianvert]

Old battery, pre October 2017 had a smaller weaker clip.. New battery had a little larger but stronger clip. I will try find a photo and send it to you. (My Drone has now been repaired by DJi,,Warranty,, and is on it's way back to me,,)

How long after purchase? (This concerns me haha).

 

[John Harvey]

How long after purchase? (This concerns me haha).

six months after purchase and many flight hours,,, (well used)

 

[Daithi]

Old battery, pre October 2017 had a smaller weaker clip.. New battery had a little larger but stronger clip. I will try find a photo and send it to you. (My Drone has now been repaired by DJi,,Warranty,, and is on it's way back to me,,)

Id like to see pictures of it too

 

[RotorOne]

 

[Spark 317]

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Hello from the Mid-West.

That's a great comparison photo.
Thanks for posting.

Welcome to the Forum.

 

[Rafa7]

@RotorOne thanks for the pictures.

See pictures below, out of my four batteries only one (the newer battery) have the larger/more reliable clip.

 

[bmarlowe]

@RotorOne thanks for the pictures.

See pictures below, out of my four batteries only one (the newer battery) have the larger/more reliable clip.

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Received 2 batteries today ordered on Amazon Prime for $44 each. Both have the large tabs (manufactured 12/2017). One battery has another problem though. When I try to remove it from the charger it gets somewhat stuck - I have to pull harder to get it out. Also feels different than my other batteries when I remove it from Spark. I plan to return it. Has anyone else encountered this?

 

[Gavieboydgi]

Definitely as well if you are flying about in sports mode this little spark must be pulling some g's when it instantly stops [emoji16]

 

[limesqueezy]

Invest in a $5 roll of duct tape if it is a concern [emoji6]

It even comes in colors!

 

[myko]

Anyone actually use one of those spark battery straps that clip on to the back of the arms? -

How good are they and will it put strain on the back 2 motors as the weight would be uneven when the strap is attached? This is why I'm unsure on whether to buy one..

What are you using to keep your battery in place for extra safety?

Please post a picture along with your post if possible.

I use this:
RCstyle DJI Spark Non-Slip Battery Strap Lock Securing Tie https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076WZVM89/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_FiEPAbPV6VV3A

Weighs next to nothing and is easy to put on and remove.

 

[Kanehi]

You can use a wide rubber band if you believe the battery will pop out. Wrap it in such a way as to secure the battery.

 

[Spark 317]

You can use a wide rubber band if you believe the battery will pop out. Wrap it in such a way as to secure the battery.

Just be sure not to cover the cooling vents on the Spark.

 

[RotorOne]

Received 2 batteries today ordered on Amazon Prime for $44 each. Both have the large tabs (manufactured 12/2017). One battery has another problem though. When I try to remove it from the charger it gets somewhat stuck - I have to pull harder to get it out. Also feels different than my other batteries when I remove it from Spark. I plan to return it. Has anyone else encountered this?

Hey Bmarlow, check to make sure the battery is not swollen, it would definitely expand as the battery was used/charged if it has a puffy cell. Swelling is most noticeable at the top of the battery where the label is attached, should be nice n flat there.

 

[RotorOne]

Hello from the Mid-West.

That's a great comparison photo.
Thanks for posting.

Welcome to the Forum.

YW Spark
So much good info here!

 

[bmarlowe]

Hey Bmarlow, check to make sure the battery is not swollen, it would definitely expand as the battery was used/charged if it has a puffy cell. Swelling is most noticeable at the top of the battery where the label is attached, should be nice n flat there.

Already returned for refund - replacement ordered and received. I think the plastic tabs that lock it into the charger were a bit out of tolerance.

 

[JMcIntosh]

This is what I have been using every flight. Almost no weight...fits perfect, and very strong. Got them off Amazon. I am not going to chance it either after thr YouTube videos i've seen.View attachment 3852View attachment 3853

I use the same strap and it works great but if you when using it you cannot use the propeller guards because they will not fit.

 

[limesqueezy]

It looks like there have been at least two generations of Spark batteries... one with a crappy, insecure locking arm and another with a much better one. I have batteries in both configurations, and I'm not happy about it because I bought all of them retail (some from the DJI Store). Maybe I'll try to make a warranty claim for the "older" version batteries.

 

[Rafa7]

It looks like there have been at least two generations of Spark batteries... one with a crappy, insecure locking arm and another with a much better one. I have batteries in both configurations, and I'm not happy about it because I bought all of them retail (some from the DJI Store). Maybe I'll try to make a warranty claim for the "older" version batteries.

Let us know how that goes, I am on the same boat.

 

[John Harvey]

My Spark dropped from the sky when one of the older crappy insecure locking batteries fell out. I sent my Spark into DJi and had all repairs done and a battery replaced under warranty,, quite happy and flying now with only the new battery with the better clip..