User:BrittanyJ/ENES-100/Project 3/Design/Battery Storage

"Storage will always cause batteries to age. Low temperature and partial SoC only slow the effect." ~BatteryUniverity.com

Leed Acid Batteries:

Low charge induces sulfation, an oxidation layer on the negative plate that inhibits current flow. Topping charge and/or cycling may restore some of the capacity losses in the early stages of sulfation. ~BatteryUniverity.com

Charging with a Power Supply

How to Prime Batteries

Summary of Do’s and Don'ts

Go through information below:

Remove battery from the equipment and store in a dry and cool place. Avoid freezing. Batteries freeze more easily if in discharged state. Charge lead acid before storing and monitor the voltage or specific gravity frequently; apply a boost if below 2.10V/cell or an SG below 1.225. Nickel-based batteries can be stored for five years and longer, even at zero voltage; prime before use. Lithium-ion must be stored in a charged state, ideally 40 percent. This assures that the battery will not drop below 2.50V/cell with self-discharge and fall asleep. Discard Li-ion if the voltage has stayed below 2.00/V/cell for more than a week.