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Duracell Ni-MH User Manual

Duracell Ni-MH
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Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries
able of Contents
1 Introduction
2 General Characteristics
3 Composition and Chemistry
3.1 Active Components: Positive and Negative Electrodes
3.2 Electrolyte
3.3 Cell Reactions
4 Battery Construction
4
.1 Basic Cell Construction
4.2 Cylindrical Cell Construction
4.3 Prismatic Cell Construction
5.1 General Characteristics
5.2 Discharge Characteristics: Effect of Discharge Rate
and Temperature
5.3 Capacity: Effect of Discharge Rate
and Temperature
5.4 Energy Density
5.5 Constant Power Discharge Characteristics
5.6 Polarity Reversal During Overdischarge
5.7 Internal Impedance
5.8 Self-Discharge and Charge Retention
5.9 Voltage Depression (“Memory Effect”)
6.1 General Principles
6.2 Techniques for Charge Control
6.2.1 Timed Charge
6.2.2 Voltage Drop (-V)
6.2.3 Voltage Plateau (zero V)
6.2.4 Temperature Cutoff
6.2.5 Delta Temperature Cutoff (TCO)
6.2.6 Rate of Temperature Increase (dT/dt)
6.3 Charging Methods
6.3.1 Duracell’s Recommendation:
Three-Step Charge Procedure
6.3.2 Low-Rate Charge
6.3.3 Quick Charge
6.3.4 Fast Charge
6.3.5 Trickle Charge
6.4 Thermal Devices
5 Performance Characteristics
6 Charging Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries
7 Cycle and Battery Life
7.1 Cycle Life
7.2 Battery Life
8 Safety Considerations
9 Proper Use and Handling
9.1
Care and Handling
9.2 Transportation
9.3 Waste Management: Recycling and Disposal
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Duracell Ni-MH Specifications

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BrandDuracell
ModelNi-MH
CategoryCamera Accessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

General Characteristics

Composition and Chemistry

3.1 Active Components: Positive and Negative Electrodes

Details the materials used in the positive and negative electrodes of Ni-MH batteries, focusing on the hydrogen storage alloy.

3.2 Electrolyte

Describes the electrolyte composition, primarily potassium hydroxide, and its role in the sealed cell design.

3.3 Cell Reactions

Explains the chemical reactions occurring during discharge and charge, including the oxygen recombination mechanism.

Battery Construction

4.1 Basic Cell Construction

Explains the design of electrodes in cylindrical and prismatic cells, focusing on porous structures for high surface area.

4.2 Cylindrical Cell Construction

Details the assembly of a cylindrical Ni-MH cell, including electrode winding, separator, electrolyte, and sealing.

4.3 Prismatic Cell Construction

Describes the construction of prismatic Ni-MH cells, highlighting differences from cylindrical cells and volumetric energy density benefits.

Performance Characteristics

5.1 General Characteristics

Compares Ni-MH and Ni-Cd cell characteristics, voltage profiles, and capacity advantages of Ni-MH.

5.2 Discharge Characteristics: Effect of Discharge Rate and Temperature

Discusses typical discharge curves for Ni-MH batteries under varying current loads and temperatures.

5.3 Capacity: Effect of Discharge Rate and Temperature

Explains how discharge current and temperature affect battery capacity, and the recommended cutoff voltage.

5.4 Energy Density

Defines energy density and compares gravimetric and volumetric energy density of Ni-MH vs. Ni-Cd batteries.

5.5 Constant Power Discharge Characteristics

Shows output energy characteristics under constant power discharge at different power levels.

5.6 Polarity Reversal During Overdischarge

Explains the risks of polarity reversal in series connections and how to prevent it.

5.7 Internal Impedance

Discusses low internal impedance of Ni-MH batteries and how it changes with depth of discharge.

5.8 Self-Discharge and Charge Retention

Covers self-discharge mechanisms and capacity retention of Ni-MH batteries at different temperatures and storage durations.

5.9 Voltage Depression (“Memory Effect")

Explains voltage depression, often mistaken for memory effect, and how to mitigate it in Ni-MH batteries.

Charging Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries

6.1 General Principles

Outlines key criteria for effective charging: rate, temperature, and termination technique.

6.2 Techniques for Charge Control

Discusses various charge control techniques and their impact on capacity, cycle life, and termination.

6.2.1 Timed Charge

Explains timed charge control, its limitations, recommended parameters, and backup cutoff.

6.2.3 Voltage Plateau (Zero △V)

Describes using voltage plateau (zero △V) for charge termination, its risks, and recommendations.

6.2.4 Temperature Cutoff

Details temperature cutoff as a charge control method and its challenges with ambient temperature influence.

6.2.5 Delta Temperature Cutoff (△TCO)

Explains Delta Temperature Cutoff (△TCO) for charge termination, its advantages, and recommended parameters.

6.2.6 Rate of Temperature Increase (dT/dt)

Discusses dT/dt charge control, its benefits for cycle life, and recommended settings.

6.3 Charging Methods

Introduces various charging methods for Ni-MH batteries, noting differences from Ni-Cd and mentioning a three-step procedure.

6.3.1 Duracell's Recommendation: Three-Step Charge Procedure

Details Duracell's recommended three-step charging procedure for fast charging and optimal performance.

6.3.2 Low-Rate Charge (≈12 hours)

Describes low-rate charging using time-limited termination, its convenience, and temperature range.

6.3.3 Quick Charge (≈4 hours)

Explains quick charging methods, required charge control, and backup termination for safety.

6.3.4 Fast Charge (≈1 hour)

Covers fast charging at C/2 to 1C rates, essential early termination, and recommended control methods.

6.3.5 Trickle Charge

Discusses trickle charging for maintaining a fully charged state and its recommended rate and temperature range.

6.4 Thermal Devices

Details temperature sensing and protective devices (NTC Thermistor, Thermostat, Thermal Fuse, PTC) used in Ni-MH batteries.

Cycle and Battery Life

7.1 Cycle Life

Explains factors affecting cycle life, such as temperature, charge/discharge rate, depth, and storage.

7.2 Battery Life

Covers overall battery life, factors reducing it, and recommended/permissible temperature limits for operation and storage.

Safety Considerations

Proper Use and Handling

9.1 Care and Handling Details

Covers battery disassembly, handling, fire risks, vented compartments, and severe use applications.

9.2 Transportation

Provides information on regulations for transporting batteries by air and other modes.

9.3 Waste Management: Recycling and Disposal

Details recommended practices for recycling and disposing of used Ni-MH batteries, including household and commercial use.

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