Swelling in Li-Ion and LiPo batteries is caused by:
- Overcharging
- Fast discharging
- Blunt damage to battery
- High or Low temperatures
Avoiding Swelling
- Keep battery temperature within 32 and 95
- Keep battery charged around 70-80%
- Never let battery drain to 0%
Damage
Rupturing lithium batteries will cause toxic chemicals and combustions.