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chemical reactions take place in battery which reduce the charge.

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Why would a battery discharge for no apparent reason?

Either something is on and is drawing current from the battery or the battery itself has a dead cell which will drain the battery. If the battery is over 3 yeas old, replace it.


Does a Lithium-ion battery retain its charge even if not used?

All batteries have an internal resistance and will discharge itself over a period of time.


How can I overcome battery self discharge?

Use a battery maintainer.


What causes a car battery to self discharge?

Either there is a dead cell in the battery or something is drawing power from the battery. Even a good battery will slowly discharge over time. Normally it will take months.


What is the best discharge rate for NIMH battery?

To get the rated capacity, limit the discharge rate to 0.25C


How long does it take a fully charged battery to completely discharge?

It depends on the type of battery, and the capacity of the battery, and the application you are using the battery for.


How do you discharge a fully charge camcorder battery?

recycle it


What is making your battery drain when the car is off?

First thing is the battery itself. It it has a dead cell it will self-discharge overnight. So have the battery tested to make sure it is good. Secondly is that there is something on pulling power from the battery. Dome, under hood, glove box, trunk, or curtorsey light. You can also have a relay that is sticking.


How long does it tak a PS vita to discharge?

6-12 hours. The older your battery, the quicker it will discharge.


What all can drain your battery?

Almost anything. On newer model vehicles, the engine's computer drains the battery constantly, as does the stereo. Short circuits can cause a drain. Any electrical system that is left on will drain the battery. Even a disconnected battery will lose charge over time and the older the battery, the faster it drains. Also a battery with a dead cell will discharge itself, usually overnight.


How soon will a bankruptcy discharge show on a credit report?

The bankruptcy itself will show up on reports very soon after it is FILED. The discharge itself is not reported, just the public record of the bankruptcy itself.


What is the different automotive and inverter battery?

Automotive battery is used for cranking purpose of a vehicle,it needs high current discharge at the time of ignition.Where as an Inverter battery used as a power bank and its discharge is need based at the time of power failure.