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Old 06-10-2011, 04:26 PM   #4 (permalink)
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It's not trivial to get the lithium cells into a pack. The usual method is to use like 4000 amps in a spot welder. Soldering is not recommended since it damages them. There are people that have soldered them, but my understanding is that their life is significantly reduced.
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