How you handle your batteries can both lengthen their life and lower the risk of damage. Lead-acid batteries that are damaged, old, overheated, or overcharged can enhance the possibility of a fire or accident in the workplace. Make sure to routinely check your power supplies and properly dispose of any worn-out or damaged batteries.
Whether you run a mining operation, a manufacturing company, or a repair shop, there are many various types of batteries that may be found in enterprises.
Temperature
Usually, when providing storage times, manufacturers take a storage temperature of 20 °C into account. A battery shouldn’t be kept above 40 degrees Celsius for two primary reasons: first, the battery won’t live very long, and second, the plastic parts deteriorate more quickly at this temperature.
While storing at low temperatures might extend the period and reduce open circuit losses, it is typically not advised to dip below +5 °C. Plastic containers will become more brittle at very low temperatures, and if the product is carried at these severe temperatures, specific conditions could be necessary.
Humidity
A product’s performance may suffer from high storage humidity. Both lead alloys and brass, which are used to make terminal pillars, may oxidize over time, but this process will be sped up in conditions with high relative humidity. Before connecting the electrical wires, this corrosion needs to be removed. Failure to accomplish this could result in catastrophic failures and a joint with considerable resistance.
Internal corrosion
The areas that are first to corrode are the “weld” areas connecting plates and group bars as well as between group bars and pillars. The nodes between the vertical and horizontal wires can sometimes be altered in grid designs. It is important to note that, if the batteries are stored properly, rust is exceedingly rare and small.
Lead Dendrites
Due to the frequent application of chemicals by manufacturers to prevent the creation of lead dendrites, they are uncommon. The only VRLA AGM cells that have these lead dendrites are also. In vented products and VRLA GEL cells, there are no lead dendrites to be seen.
Time
Serious issues may be caused by the interaction of the storage conditions. While the storage period may be prolonged at lower temperatures, but it must not be increased over the manufacturers recommended maximum duration.
For the best possible shelf life and overall performance, always refer to the production specifications for the specific battery you are handling. The manufacturer’s directions should always be followed. JYC batteries are mastered to be used and stored for the longer time period in top quality than other company’s batteries because they have limited shelf discharge, prolonged design life, better consistency, and more reliable.
