# Max amp draw for LiPO conversion 2016+ Gem E4 **URL:** \ **Category:** GEM Forum\ **Created:** [November 16, 2023, 4:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165 "2023-11-16T16:41:24Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![romanroman](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/3be4f8/32.png) [@romanroman](https://community.electricforum.com/u/romanroman)\ **Post date:** [November 16, 2023, 4:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165/1 "2023-11-16T16:41:24Z")
Its been a while since I tried upgrading my batteries to Lipo. Last time, I brought the wrong battery (100A 10 second draw shutoff BMS) so I repurposed that battery for.a backup on my shed. This time I want to buy the correct rated batteries. I am between the royow S51160P and S51160P. The differences is 100A vrs 160A continuous with 200A vrs 315A max discharge. When I was testing the original battery it cut off at 105A draw, so I dont know what the actual full max is for these carts. Can someone advise me on if I need the more expensive performance model since they are both golf cart rated. (Or suggest a better alternative for Lipo that fits so well in the compartment). Thanks in advance! ---
**Author:** ![JarJarJava](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/jarjarjava/32/15158_2.png) [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\ **Post date:** [November 16, 2023, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165/2 "2023-11-16T19:04:13Z")
$4k? That’s outrageous, especially for LFP. > **[RoyPow 48V 160Ah Lithium Battery (S51160P) - Power Series](https://www.18650batterystore.com/products/roypow-48v-160ah-lithium-battery-s51160p-power-series)** > > RoyPow 48V 160Ah Lithium Battery (S51160P) - Power Series Model # S51160P Drop In Ready CALL US at 1-800-547-3050 if you have any technical questions or need help deciding which battery will fit your cart and needs! RoyPow is the most trusted brand... I think @inwo & @LithiumGods could probably set you up with better batteries for less coin. ---
**Author:** ![Derrick](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/d9b06d/32.png) [@Derrick](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Derrick)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165/3 "2023-11-17T18:02:21Z")
Neither will be acceptable for a gem car unless (maybe) you plan on only using it in turf mode. Gem’s will consistently pull 200+ amps when using on the road. ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165/4 "2023-11-17T23:40:05Z")
I would think 300 A would be a safe number to shoot for. I have an amp meter on my hot rod Gem that’s 98 V with an 8 kW motor and that thing can pull 400 A no problem. ---
**Author:** ![Inwo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/inwo/32/1067_2.png) [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165/5 "2023-11-17T23:42:09Z")
Oem 2016 can peak over 400 amps. Why not get a battery tested in the new Gems, this time? ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165/6 "2023-11-17T23:55:42Z")
Ok Dave : 400 amps, that’s good to know I have never tested a stock 48v system so I was just guessing based on what my Hot Rod pulls ---
**Author:** ![JarJarJava](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/jarjarjava/32/15158_2.png) [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2023, 4:00am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/max-amp-draw-for-lipo-conversion-2016-gem-e4/27165/7 "2023-11-18T04:00:23Z")
> [@Inwo](#): > > Why not get a battery tested in the new Gems, this time? Because one can never have too many off-grid sheds