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Batteries are sources of chemical energy that are used in circuits to provide electrical energy for a wide range of useful devices. Any questions and answers regarding batteries or other power supplies would be welcome here.

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Do quickcharge household battery chargers damage or shorten the life of rechargeable batteries as opposed to slow or regular chargers?

Not significantly. So long as it is done using a properly designed smart charger, most NiMH batteries can be recharged in about an hour without any damage or significant reduction in their life. However, NiMH batteries must only be rapid charged with a charger specifically designed for charging NiMH batteries. Chargers designed to rapidly charge NiCd batteries can overcharge NiMH batteries. While it may be true that rapid charging NiMH batteries can reduce battery life by a small amount (probably less than 10%), this should be more than offset by the inconvenience of always slow charging batteries.

What factors affect the cell capacity of a battery?

Several physical factors affect the capacity, including the quantity of active materials; the number, design, and the dimensions of the plates; and the electrolyte concentration. Operational factors affecting capacity include discharge rate, charging method, temperature, age, and conditions of the cell or battery.

Are 12v batteries actually 13.8v?

Yes, a fully charged 12V battery can measure around 13.8V. This is because the voltage can vary based on factors such as the state of charge and temperature of the battery.

Nearly the last metallic element in the alphabet and used in batteries?

Zinc is the last metallic element in the alphabet and is commonly used in batteries due to its ability to function as an anode. It is a versatile element that helps providing power in various electronic devices.

I have a Charger that charges AA 2000mah and also charges AAA 800mah will it charge AAA 1800mah?

Yes, your charger should be able to charge AAA 1800mAh batteries. It is common for battery chargers to be able to charge multiple capacities of batteries as long as they are compatible with the chemistry (e.g. NiMH, NiCd) and size (AA, AAA). Just make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for optimal performance and safety.

What type of Battery does a Fossil brain technology watch have?

Fossil watches with hybrid smartwatch technology use a replaceable coin cell battery, typically a CR2430 or CR2450. These batteries last for several months to a year, depending on usage. It's recommended to use the specific battery type suggested by Fossil to ensure optimal performance.

Are ryobi and homelite 18 volt batteries the same?

No, Ryobi and Homelite typically have different battery systems even though they are both 18 volts. They are not interchangeable between brands due to variations in design and compatibility. It is important to use the correct battery for your specific power tool brand.

How many watts does a 36 volt battery charger use?

Assuming 100% efficiency, a 36-volt battery charger would use 36 watts per hour to charge the battery fully. However, it's important to consider that chargers are not 100% efficient and may draw slightly more power from the wall.

What does 8Ahmean on a 12 volt battery?

Amp hours is a battery rating. It means that this battery can sustain 1 amp for 8 hours up to 8 amps for 1 hour. Depending on what the current draw is on the load will determine the length of time the battery will last.

How many volts is an AG10 button battery?

An AG10 button battery typically has a voltage of 1.5 volts.

What do you call lamp shades that are put on the lamp base before the light bulb screws in?

If you are talking about the support that holds the lampshade to the lamp base it is called a "lamp harp".

What size battery do you use for trolling motor?

Usually trolling motors are 12 volts DC. You should find the amperage of the motor. Batteries are rated in amp hours. This means that the capacity of the battery will produce a certain amount of amps for a certain amount of hours. If your battery is 500 amp hours it will use any combination of amps and hours up to 500. If your motor draws 20 amps it will drain the battery in 25 hours or 10 amps it will take 50 hours to drain. By paralleling batteries you increase the draw down time. The amp hour capacities of added batteries are added together. Be sure and purchase a Deep Cycle Battery.

Can battery chargers for golf carts be repaired?

You can usually repair anything if you know what is wrong with the item and can get spare parts. With a battery charger you basically have a transformer, some big capacitors and a charging control circuit. Unfortunately the typical handy person may not have the test tools available to do the diagnostic. Possible problems and troubleshooting techniques:

1. See if there is a small reset button somewhere. Look for a small hole in the case and word RESET.

2. See if there is a small glass fuse inside the case on a printed circuit board or behind a push and twist black protrusion near where the input power cord enters the unit. There should be an intact wire in middle of fuse. If burnt replace fuse with same rating shown on the case.

3. If you have a voltmeter and know how to use it open the case and measure primary voltage which should be about 120 V. If not you have a bad wire or ON/OFF switch if you have fixed all fuses and resets.

4. Measure the voltage on the output side of the transformer. It should be about the voltage of the battery being charged. If no voltage or low voltage you have a bad transformer. If Voltage is correct then you have a bad capacitor or PC board.

What does reversing the direction of the electron flow in the battery do?

The voltage measured across every component in the circuit would take on

the opposite polarity from what it was originally. If there are any diodes in

the circuit, then current might stop flowing in some branches where it formerly

existed, or start flowing in branches where there was no current before.

Where do chemical reactions occur in electrochemical cells?

Chemical reactions occur at the electrodes of electrochemical cells. At the anode, oxidation occurs as electrons are released into the circuit, and at the cathode, reduction occurs as electrons are accepted from the circuit. This flow of electrons creates an electric current in the cell.

What is function of battery?

It stores electrical energy charge which then provides power to the circuit. Electricity is the stream of electrons through a conductive way like a wire. This way is known as a circuit.

Batteries have three sections, an anode (- ), a cathode (+), and the electrolyte. The cathode and anode (the positive and negative sides at either end of a conventional battery) are snared to an electrical circuit.

Can you recharge a 3V battery with 12V charger?

It is not recommended to recharge a 3V battery with a 12V charger as this may damage the battery. The voltage of the charger should match the voltage of the battery to avoid overcharging and potential safety hazards. It is best to use a charger specifically designed for the 3V battery.

Can a 350mA charger be exchanged for a 800mA battery charger?

Yes, a 800mA charger can be used in place of a 350 mA charger. The number represents the maximum amount of current that the charger is designed to produce. The main thing to look for is that the output voltages are the same rating in both chargers.

How do the chemicals in a battery make the battery work?

Oxidation and reduction reactions generate a flow of electrons (electricity).
For example a lithium-nickel battery:
Li+ + e- ---> Li
Ni2+ + 2e- ----> Ni
Each reaction produces a certain number of volts. Whichever reaction produces the greatest number of volts will go in the direction (forwards or backwards) that produces that number of volts. The other reaction will go in the opposite direction so as to replenish electrons and keep the movement of electrons flowing between the two cells.

What happens to emf as a battery is used?

As a battery is used, its electromotive force (emf) decreases due to various factors such as internal resistance, chemical reactions, and depletion of the chemical components that generate the emf. This leads to a reduction in the voltage output of the battery over time as it discharges.

How does a rechargeable battery work and what are the cathode and anode equations for this battery?

A rechargeable battery (also known as a storage battery) is a group of one or more electrochemical cells. They are known as secondary cells because their electrochemical reactions are electrically reversible. Rechargeable batteries come in many different sizes and use different combination of chemicals; common types include: lead acid, nickel cadmium (NiCd), nickel metal hydride (NiMH), lithium ion (Li-ion), and lithium ion polymer (Li-ion polymer).

Rechargeable batteries can offer economic and environmental benefits compared to disposable batteries. Some rechargeable battery types are available in the same sizes as disposable types. While the rechargeable cells have a higher initial cost, rechargeable batteries can be recharged many times. Proper selection of a rechargeable battery system can reduce toxic materials sent to landfills compared to an equivalent series of disposable batteries.[dubious - discuss] For example, battery manufacturers of NiMH rechargeable batteries claim a service life of 100-1000 charge cycles for their batteries.

What will happen if you attach a wire from the bulb to a D-Cell battery?

If you attach a wire from a bulb to a D-cell battery, the circuit will be completed and the bulb will light up as the electrical current flows through the wire, energizing the filament in the bulb. Be cautious as the bulb may get hot, and make sure to handle the setup carefully to avoid any electrical hazards.

Can you charge a 6 volt battery from a 12 volt source?

The simple answer is NO. Why not use a simple 6 volt power suppy from some junked piece of audio or telephone equipment, Just watch the polatiy when you make your connections.

Using 12V on a 6V battery can fry your battery but not the otherway around.

Is a battery ferromagnetic?

It depends completely on what it's made of. Some would be, and some wouldn't. I can't say off the top of my head, but the best way to find out is to see if a magnet (you probably have one lying around your home) will stick to it.

What is the black stuff in the center of a battery?

i have been told that it it magnesium Oxide, but that's white not black so i dont know. i really need to but :L