Lithium Polymer Batteries are now getting the be mainstream batteries for AEGs, taking over for NiMH, though there are still some questions regarding proper usage, handling, and safety, Evike.com does us a services for this informative video and dissipating any doubts on these batteries... "This is a long, but in depth informative video on Lipoly Batteries."
Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) batteries are slowly being a battery of choice for airsoft players, as they last longer and can give a higher rate of fire (ROF). These also being preferred by manufacturers since they are cheaper to manufacture and being more robust to physical damage. While handling of the Li-Po batteries for airsoft still require care especially in wiring and attaching, as they may catch fire, they do not explode as experienced in other types of batteries.