Where to store LiFePo4 batteries?

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I have read quite a bit about how to treat LiFePo4 batteries. But I couldn’t find sufficient information on where to best store these batteries. So please excuse me for asking that again if the answer already exists.
LiFePos have gradually replaced my LiPos. I now have 12V batteries with 4, 6 and 18 Ah. I usually store them not fully charged. My question is: Where do you store your LiFePo4 batteries between activations? Is it recommended to store them on a fireproof surface or even in fireproof containers? Do you store them in your home or in the basement?
At the moment I’m storing them on ceramic tiles in my home. But I’m not sure if that’s sufficient, especially with the large capacities. There’s quite a lot of energy stored in them.

Thanks and 73,
Roman

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LiFePo4 batteries are meant to be fire resistant so they should not catch fire when stored or mishandled. If you look at recommended storage charge then opinions vary. Probably store them at 50-75% charged. They don’t like it too cold or too hot. I store my LiFePo4 and LiPo/LiIon packs in the shack and the max temp in the Winter never gets much below 12C or above 22C.

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You can find a lot of information about this on the web under “LiFePo4 richtig lagern” or “LiFePo4 how to store”, such as this one

How to store LiFePo4 batteries

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