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Best way to store spare battery

#1 Post by CyberDude » Thu Aug 03, 2006 3:40 am

I just got my X60s which came with a standard 4 cell battery. I also ordered an 8 cell for when I travel and will require the extra capacity.

What is the best way to store the battery when I'm not using it in order for it not to degrade or loose any capacity? Should it be stored fully charged and then topped up every once in a while? I've read mixed ideas so am a little confused.
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#2 Post by carbon_unit » Thu Aug 03, 2006 5:45 am

From what I've read. Store it 40% to 50% charged, in a freezer bag, in the refrigerator, not in the freezer.
That also depends on your wifes opinion. :wink:
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#3 Post by CyberDude » Thu Aug 03, 2006 5:54 am

Wow, I haven't heard that one before. Not sure about being allowed to store a battery in the fridge - wife will think I've totally lost it :P
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#4 Post by carbon_unit » Thu Aug 03, 2006 8:19 am

Here is a good synopsis of the available information:
http://www.batteryuniversity.com/parttwo-34.htm
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#5 Post by _erazor_ » Thu Aug 03, 2006 8:32 am

carbon_unit wrote:Here is a good synopsis of the available information:
http://www.batteryuniversity.com/parttwo-34.htm
that page is a great read!
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#6 Post by CyberDude » Thu Aug 03, 2006 8:33 am

Funny I just found that page a few minutes ago. Looks like I'll need to speak nicely to my wife :roll:
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#7 Post by jamess » Sun Aug 06, 2006 11:02 am

I was just about to ask the same question with which this topic started... It seems more and more that this forum really HAS all the answers. Great.
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#8 Post by mfratt » Fri Aug 11, 2006 2:08 pm

50% Charge, and be sure to safely store the battery itself. I broke one of the clips on my spare T43 battery by not storing it appropiately.
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#9 Post by jamess » Fri Aug 11, 2006 3:28 pm

I read couple of articles and it seems fridge is great along with 50% (dis)charge :)

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