Jul 19, 2022 Pageview:5839
We may all have different ways of using batteries, but one that is clear – we all need them. Batteries have become crucial in the modern world, offering the best solution for green and portable energy. Since most of us use electronic devices, batteries are often on our budget.
A few have resolved the issue of spending too much on batteries by using rechargeable options. But even they are still too expensive, especially if you must buy many of help. Besides, you won’t get much from these batteries if your grid goes down and there is no electricity for recharging.
In such a case, you can always go back to your stash of dead cells. These batteries come in handy when you need some emergency power for your device.
However, you need to know how to get them working again. And that is what we will be teaching you here.
How to Make Dead Batteries Work Again
Many people have asked whether it’s possible to get dead batteries working again. The internet has so many answers that sometimes it just gets confusing. Don’t worry; we will make this as easy as possible.
Factors to Consider
Yes, it’s possible to get dead batteries working again. But before you start, there are several things you must put in mind which are designed to help you create the perfect atmosphere for your project.
The Batteries
The first and most important factor to consider is the type of batteries you wish to use. There are two common battery sizes, AA and AAA, which offer a nominal voltage of 1.5 volts of DC power. The nominal voltage is where the batteries are rated, although a new AA battery can offer much more power than this. When the battery has been used, its voltage. When it is under what the device consumes, it will go off, and you won’t use it again.
Very few devices use AAA batteries. And even then, you must use several of them to get the right power for your device. When the batteries are connected, like four AAA batteries, their total voltage increases and can power a more significant device. Such batteries will also give you energy for more extended periods.
The Device
Different devices have different power consumption needs, which is why you must consider them when buying or trying to get your batteries to work. Most portable devices require about 3.6volts to operate well. The USB port on the computer gives out five volts, which means the device will charge as long as it has a total voltage of fewer than five volts.
Our cellphones today mostly use lithium-ion batteries, which may have a nominal voltage of up to 3.8V. And that is why you can easily charge your phone using the USB port on your computer.
You can find the right batteries for your device by looking at its power consumption needs from the owner’s manual. That will tell you how much voltage it requires, helping you find the right batteries. For most devices, there will be no working if the voltage drops to 1.3 volts.
Since all batteries drop their voltages equally, you can combine several batteries with working as one. That means a two-battery device will stop operating when the voltage drops to 3.4, while a four-battery device will go off when the voltage is at 5.2volts.
At this voltage, we say the battery is ‘dead’ because it can no longer support the power consumption needs of your device. But it’s never truly dead, just partially dead, and can be revived to work again.
How to
Electronic devices can hold a certain number of batteries they need to work effectively. However, most devices also come with a jack for connecting some charger or power adapter, making it possible to use an outside source. That means we can use more batteries from an external source, giving the device space to hold much more power.
If you have a device that uses AAA batteries, we just need to find a way to make 6 volts. We can get this power by stringing together five ‘dead’ batteries. Unfortunately, you will not find a five-battery holder anywhere on the market, but you can find one for six. So instead of using five batteries, we can use six of them to give us more power.??
From here, you just need to attach the right connector and have full power for a four-battery device. Be sure to connect the batteries to a specific device; otherwise, it might not be of much help.
How to Use AA Batteries in Place of AAA
AA and AAA batteries offer the same voltage and can be used interchangeably. The only problem is that battery holders are designed for specific sizes. For this reason, you need to find a way of creating a holder that accommodates the batteries you want effectively.
You can get a wooden dowel the size of AA batteries, connect it to a brass thumbtack on each end of the contact, and solder the tacks. From here, you can now connect to the dowel in the AAA compartment with wires touching every cell.
In other words, you must create a large enough space for the AA batteries. So, if you cannot find AAA batteries easily, use this trick, and you will have enough power for a suitable device. You can even use larger batteries with the same nominal voltage.
How to Recharge AAA Batteries in a Freezer
There is so much fuss around recharging batteries in a freezer. Some say it does not work, while others have found it quite effective in getting some more juice from the battery.
Technically, the process does not recharge the battery but somewhat cools it down to allow for some emergency power. You can get around 5% or more at best, but not 100% charge.
To do this, take out the battery from the device, insert it in a plastic bag, put them inside the freezer, and leave them for 12 hours. Now, wait until the batteries return to room temperature before using them. It’s that easy.
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