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Alkaline Rechargeable Battery FAQs

Alkaline Rechargeable Batteries (RA's) are designed to be high capacity Alkalines while being rechargeable. Some information in this section is based on older technology.This site will hopefully test and review the newer technology available on the market ( Pure Energy & Accucell ).


 

Recharging a Alkaline Rechargeable Batteries


  • Special chargers are designed for Alkaline Rechargeable Batteries.
  • Charging Alkaline Rechargeable Batteries in a standard charger can leaf to overheating and possible explosion.
  • Recharge your Alkaline Rechargeable Batteries often and preferably before they are discharged below 50% capacity.
  • Recharging is only effective if the cells have been discharged to less than 50% of their total capacity.
  • The number of recharges depends solely on the depth of discharge and is limited to a few cycles at best.
  • With each recharge, the amount of capacity the cell can hold is reduced.
  • Charging ordinary alkaline's can generate hydrogen, which can lead to explosion. DO NOT charge ordinary alkaline batteries.
  • Loss of charge acceptance with each recharge.
  • The longevity of the reusable alkaline is a direct function of the depth of discharge.The deeper the discharge, the fewer cycles the battery can endure.




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Last Updated ( Saturday, 17 March 2007 )
 
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