How do I know if my laptop battery is likely to explode?
2006/08/18 14:03:03
I keep seeing all these stories and pictures about laptop batteries catching fire or exploding. Why is this happening, and how do I know if my battery is likely to explode?
-- Submitted by: KLoggi, via e-mail
Answer by:
Michelle Thatcher, CNET.com
Rechargeable batteries in today's consumer electronics are made of lithium ion, an extremely energy-dense substance -- it's what gives us a lot of power in a lightweight, compact form factor.
That same energy density, however, makes the batteries more prone to combustion if they've been damaged or if there is a fault in the manufacturing process.
There are some tips you can follow to make sure your battery is in good condition: keep it from getting too hot, inspect it regularly for dents or damage, and handle it carefully. Most importantly, keep an eye out for battery recalls, because those are indicative of possible defects in manufacturing.
Most major hardware vendors have recalled laptop batteries at some point. The manufacturers usually try to contact affected customers directly, and CNET.com.au regularly posts stories about recalls; we also urge you to visit the Product Recalls Australia Web site to check if your battery (or any other electronic device you own) has been recalled.
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Siggy
27/08/2006 08:52 AM
You will hear BUMM and will see smoke and fire. That way you will know.
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hector
06/09/2006 07:08 AM
I bought a replacement battery for my Toshiba laptop about a month ago from <a href="http://www.laptopsforless.com/laptopbattery/toshiba-battery">www.laptopsforless.com</a> and it works great. Is there any reason to think that a replacement laptop battery would be any worse than the manufacturers?
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beyond
27/05/2008 03:17 PM
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