Author Archives: Battery Reconditioning Tips
Applying an Equalizing Charge
Equalizing Charge for Lead Acid BatteriesYou have probably heard of the term “Equalizing charge” but didn’t understand what it meant and why it is used or applied. Basically, an equalizing charge is an intentional overcharge that is applied to lead acid batteries in order to remove sulphation or correct a charging imbalance. This post will […]
The Memory Effect
The Memory Effect occurs when rechargeable batteries aren’t discharged fully between charge cycles. The result is a reduced capacity of use per charge. It most commonly occurs in Nickel Cadmium (NiCD) and Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries. Studies show that successive cycles of incomplete charging and discharging causes small memory effects that eventually build up, causing the […]
EZ Battery Reconditioning Review
Bring Your Batteries Back to Life and Save More MoneyBatteries have become quite expensive nowadays and many individuals will surely agree with the financial burden of buying new batteries. If batteries of mobile phones, cars and many other gadgets are no longer working efficiently, our first instinct is to purchase something new. If you are […]
Types of Lead Acid Batteries
There are many types of lead acid batteries which come in various shapes, designs, and sizes. They are immensely popular because they are robust and rechargeable. Most of them require little maintenance and with proper care, can serve you for a long time. In the section below, we shall look at different types of batteries […]
Battery Sulfation
Battery Sulfation refers to the buildup of lead Sulfate crystals on the plates of lead acid batteries. Actually, it is one of the major causes of early failures of sealed or wet cell batteries (along with vibration and damaged charging plates). What Causes a Sulfated Battery? Sulfation is not a strange phenomenon. Lead acid batteries often develop […]
How To Test Batteries
There are several ways to test the various types of batteries available and determine how much power is left in them. Among the many battery testers available today, not all are accurate as “capacity” is not always easy to detect. Without accurate battery testing, wastage can occur through the unnecessary replacement of batteries. Understanding how to test […]
Car Battery Life
Understanding and Prolonging Your Car Battery Life There are a wide range of car batteries to suit all vehicle types, and it’s a necessity to have the right battery for your car. In the past, it was often just a simple case of replacing your old car battery with a new one. In this day […]
How To Restore A Battery
How To Know Whether Or Not It’s Possible To Restore A Battery There are so many different types of batteries out there used for a multitude of purposes. Depending on its use, batteries can be relatively expensive, so people often ask if it’s possible to restore a battery, and how to tell if the battery […]
Types of Rechargeable Batteries
There are many types of rechargeable batteries, each with different uses and applications. These batteries differ from non-rechargeable, disposable batteries which are discarded after use. Initially, rechargeable batteries are more expensive than disposables, however they can be recharged and re-used many times before disposal, thus becoming more cost effective in the long run, as well […]
