Nickel-cadmium (NiCd)
Do run the battery fully down once per month; try to use up all energy before charging.
Do not leave battery in charger for more than 2 days because of memory.
Avoid getting battery too hot during charge. Charge methods: Constant current, followed by trickle charge when full. Fast-charge preferred over slow charge.
Slow charge = 16h
Rapid charge = 3h
Fast charge = 1h+ Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH)
Do run the battery fully down once every 3 months. Over-cycling is not advised.
Do not leave battery in charger for more than 2 days because of memory.
Avoid getting battery too hot during charge. Charge methods:
Constant current, followed by trickle charge when full. Slow charge not recommended.
Battery will get warm towards full charge.
Rapid charge = 3h
Fast charge = 1h+ Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Do charge the battery often. The battery lasts longer with partial rather than full discharges.
Do not use if pack gets hot during charge. Check also charger. Charge methods: Constant voltage to 4.20V/cell (typical). No trickle-charge when full. Li-ion may remain in the charger (no memory). Battery must remain cool. No fast-charge possible.
Rapid charge = 3h Lead-acid (Sealed or flooded)
Do charge the battery immediately after use. Lead-acid must always be kept in a charged condition. The battery lasts longer with partial rather than full discharges. Over-cycling is not advised. Charge methods: Constant voltage to 2.40/cell (typical), followed by float held at 2.25V/cell.
Battery must remain cool. Fast charge not possible; can remain on float charge.
Slow charge = 14h
Rapid charge = 10h More knowledge about battery and charger ...
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