Lithium Batteries

Choose lithium batteries for one of today's most powerful sources of energy for electronic devices

Lithium batteries are a staple in the office and lithium battery manufacturers produce a variety of sizes to choose from. Lithium batteries, also known as lithium ion batteries, are usually lighter than other types of rechargeable batteries and more powerful, saving businesses both money and time.

How powerful? A nickel-based battery stores 60-100 watt hours of electricity per kilogram. A lead-acid battery stores only 25. The lithium ion battery stores 150. This means the number of batteries you need to buy for equipment can drop significantly.

Another benefit is that lithium batteries hold their charge, losing 75% less per month compared to nickel batteries, and can handle hundreds of charges/recharges without wearing out. Less time recharging means less equipment downtime. Some important points to note:

1. Lithium-ion batteries start to degrade as soon as they leave the factory. Whether you use them or not, they will only last up to 3 years from the manufacturing date.

2. Lithium ion batteries must be recycled. Never incinerate them since they might explode. Most places that sell them will accept them back for recycling.

3. Lithium-ion batteries are extremely sensitive to high temperatures. Heat will significantly accelerate the degradation of lithium-ion battery packs.

 

Purchase lithium batteries through online sources

Competitive shopping is easy. There are lithium batteries providers and lithium battery manufacturers worldwide.
Try: Momentum Technologies, LLC has one of the most extensive lists of lithium battery manufacturers and suppliers of lithium batteries available online. Register for free with GlobalSpec, a database of suppliers for lithium batteries. Their website includes catalogs, technical information and contact information for lithium battery providers.

Comparison shop for lithium batteries

With a variety of lithium batteries available, many sites offer you choices by size or product.
Try: Thomas Distributing, a lithium battery supplier, provides a full spectrum of choices by size and manufacturer. BFM, another lithium battery provider, likewise offers an excellent selection ranging across all sizes to support just about every lithium battery hungry electronic gadget.

Buy a lithium battery brand you trust

If you're replacing the lithium battery on an electronic device, it's always wise to go with a brand you trust and choose from reputable suppliers of lithium batteries.
Try: Try to stay with the same lithium battery makers as the ones that came with your device. If you're shopping around, most lithium battery manufacturers offer specifics so you can compare. Two of the most common lithium battery manufacturers are Motorola and Sony. Two online resources that carry these brands include NexTag, with an extensive selection of Motorola batteries and BizRate, which offers a broad range of Sony batteries, both with detailed specs.

 

• There have recently been some problems with lithium-ion battery packs bursting into flame. Many lithium battery makers are replacing/exchanging the packs at no charge. Check the lithium battery manufacturers' websites before buying.
• Don't completely discharge a lithium-ion battery; this can ruin it. Check out the lithium battery providers' proper usage instructions to ensure you give your lithium battery a long life.

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