BatteryMart.com http://www.batterymart.com/ We have one of the largest inventories of replacement batteries, alkaline and rechargeable batteries, sealed lead acid batteries, battery chargers and accessories for laptop computers, cell phones, camcorders, digital cameras, and more. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:34:18 GMT How a Battery Works http://www.batterymart.com/p-2006-12-26-how-a-battery-works.html Tue, 26 Dec 2006 12:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2006-12-26-how-a-battery-works.html To help illustrate how a battery works, let’s begin by using a more simple battery like the alkaline. All batteries have a cathode (positive) and an anode (negative) portion of the battery.

How batteries work

The alkaline cathode is a mixture of manganese dioxide, graphite and an electrolyte. This mixture is granulated, aged in storage and then compacted into hollow cylinders called preforms. These preforms are inserted into a steel can. The steel can and mixture now become the cathode, or the positive charge of the alkaline. To keep the material from leaking, an indentation and sealant are used.

]]> Battery Terms and Definitions http://www.batterymart.com/p-2006-12-26-battery-terms.html Tue, 26 Dec 2006 12:00:02 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2006-12-26-battery-terms.html Active Material The chemically reactive material at the positive or negative electrode that engages in the charge and discharge reactions. Ampere Hours (Ah) The number of minutes a battery can maintain a useful voltage under a specified load. Anode An electrode through which electric current flows into a polarized electrical device. Battery One or more cells connected to form one unit supplying voltage and having provisions for external connections. Batteries produce electrons through chemical reactions. ]]> Off-Season Battery Maintenance http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-26-off-season-maintenance.html Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-26-off-season-maintenance.html Batteries are like living organisms. They periodically need exercising and maintenance to prevent sulphation from building up on the battery plates. Batteries that sit unused for a long period of time (longer than four weeks) need a maintainer.

Think of ice cubes. The water freezes because it sits dormant. Running water never freezes because the molecules are always in motion.

The same is true for your batteries. Maintaining the battery keeps the molecules in motion. When maintained, sulphation won't rear its ugly head (just like the ice in a flowing fountain).

]]> Battery Safety Tips for Travelers http://www.batterymart.com/p-2007-10-17-battery-safety-tips-for-travelers.html Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2007-10-17-battery-safety-tips-for-travelers.html PHMSA Launches SafeTravel Initiative

Yes, it's safe to bring batteries and battery-powered devices on board passenger aircraft, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), as long as you take a few simple precautions. DOT's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) wants to let everyone know what those precautions are.

]]> Deep Cycle Battery Care and Maintenance http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-06-15-deep-cycle-battery-care.html Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-06-15-deep-cycle-battery-care.html
  • New batteries should be given a full charge before use.
  • New batteries need to be cycled several times before reaching full capacity (20 - 50 cycles, depending on type). Usage should be limited during this period.
  • Battery cables should be intact, and the connectors kept tight at all times. Systematic inspection is recommended.
    • ]]>         Short Battery Life Tech Alert http://www.batterymart.com/p-2007-07-30-short-battery-life-tech-alert.html Mon, 30 Jul 2007 12:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2007-07-30-short-battery-life-tech-alert.html Short Service Life Experience with Batteries

    It has come to our attention that two dominant powersport vehicles are sometimes experiencing short battery life. These are V-Twin large cubic-inch custom motorcycles and SeaDoo personal watercraft

    ]]>         F1 vs. F2 Terminals http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-25-f1-f2-terminal-comparison.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-25-f1-f2-terminal-comparison.html Many Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) batteries use blade connectors. These can come two sizes: F1 and F2. The difference in size is slight, but is important in assuring that you have a proper connection.

    ]]>         Windows 7 Improves Battery Life http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-29-ms-windows-7-improves-battery-life.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-29-ms-windows-7-improves-battery-life.html Those wanting to get a little extra juice out of their laptop batteries might want to consider upgrading to Windows 7. In a blog post this week, Intel's Microsoft relationship manager wrote of a nearly 20% increase in battery life.

    ]]>         New to BatteryMart.com: NOCO Genius Battery Chargers http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-29-noco-genius-chargers.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:20:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-10-29-noco-genius-chargers.html New to BatteryMart.com are the NOCO Genius Battery Chargers. These intelligent chargers are excellent choices for diagnosing, recovering, charging, and maintaining your batteries. They safely charge wet, gel, MF, and AGM batteries.

    ]]>         Disposable Batteries vs. Rechargeable Batteries: Which Should You Choose? http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-11-13-disposable-vs-rechargeable.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:00:01 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-11-13-disposable-vs-rechargeable.html Making a choice between using disposable or rechargeable batteries can be involved. How do the benefits weigh against each other? Both are good choices for powering your electronics, but read on to learn more so you can make the best choice for your needs.

    ]]>         Extend Your Laptop's Battery Life with Windows 7's Power Efficiency Report http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-11-17-windows-7-power-efficiency-report.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:13:02 EDT http://www.batterymart.com/p-2009-11-17-windows-7-power-efficiency-report.html Under the hood, Windows 7 has seen many improvements to extending the life of your laptop battery life. One of the useful new features is the power efficiency report. This report will give you Microsoft's suggestions for prolonging your battery's run time.

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