Posting Batteries

[Norkie]

Hi guys, I may need to post a drone with additional Li-On batteries.

Who can I use to post this out please? Any recommendations?

 

[AndrewFlannigan]

Do a search for "UK lithium battery carriers", which brings up several offers.

 

[ecoleman]

Royal Mail will accept them if it is shipped with the device. ie. One battery installed plus spares.
Make sure to apply the appropriate Hazmat labels.

From RM website.

Personal help & support hub | Royal Mail

personal.help.royalmail.com

Lithium ion / sodium ion / polymer batteries or cells - sent with equipment / devices >>
(for example rechargeable batteries / cells found in portable electronics such as laptops, mobile phones, iPads, camcorders, cordless power tools etc. Includes mains powered battery chargers but excludes battery packs)

• International - Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
  • Damaged or recalled batteries or cells are not allowed.
  • The number of batteries or cells allowed in each package must not exceed the appropriate number to power the equipment plus 2 spares.
  • The maximum net quantity of cells or batteries is 5kg per package. Note: this relates to batteries only and excludes the weight of the equipment / device
  • Watt-hour rating must not exceed 20Wh per cell or 100Wh per battery.
  • Each cell and battery must be of a type proven to meet the requirements of each test in the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, section 38.3.
  • Batteries are subject to these tests irrespective of whether the cells of which they are composed have been so tested.
  • Cells and batteries must be manufactured under a quality management programme as specified in the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air.
  • Any person preparing or offering cells or batteries with or in equipment for transport must receive adequate instruction on the requirements commensurate with their responsibilities.
  • The consignment must be accompanied with a document with an indication that the package contains lithium ion cells or batteries; that the package must be handled with care and that a flammability hazard exists if the package is damaged; that special procedures must be followed in the event the package is damaged, to include inspection and repacking if necessary; and also a telephone number for additional information.
  • Cells and batteries must be packed in inner packaging’s that completely enclose the cell or battery.
  • Cells and batteries must be protected against short circuit, including protection against contact with conductive materials within the same packaging that could lead to a short circuit.
  • The equipment sent with cells or batteries must be packed in strong rigid packaging and must be secured against movement within the outer packaging and packed to prevent accidental activation.
  • Lithium Battery Mark must be applied.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.
  • These items must be presented at and can only be sent via a Post Office® counter

 

[Norkie]

Wow thanks Elliot, that’s great

I did check the website but I must have missed something there!