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Batteries Consumer Centre aims to provide free access to a wealth of useful battery-related information in order to educate its readers about the benefits of battery use, as well as the dangers of it’s misuse.
How to dispose of your used battery
Once you buy your new batteries over the internet they get delivered to your home cheaply and quickly. You simply have to put them into your TV remote control, iPod or whatever other items you want powered and away you go. Current batteries such as the Duracell or Procell brands give a fantastic performance and last a long time, but what do you do when the batteries eventually run down and it is time to dispose of them? [ read more ]
When looking for new batteries the most obvious choices you have to make are around the size and brand. However, there are other factors which you should take into account apart from whether it is the AA or AAA size which you need and whether you prefer Duracell or Procell. [ read more ]
Buying a toy or gadget for someone is a great way to give them a fun gift and these are the types of presents which are always happily received. If the box comes with the famous “batteries not included” statement then you should also consider providing them with their power supply in order for them to start enjoying their new toy or gadget immediately. [ read more ]
When a battery can make a difference
If your batteries run flat and you can’t hear all the songs on your portable cd player, or you have to get up and carry out the unfamiliar task of controlling the television manually, it is not generally considered an emergency. However, there are some instances where having a reliable portable power supply can really make the difference. [ read more ]
Not everyone uses battery power purely for recreational purposes. Many professional people rely upon portable power cells in order to carry out their jobs, keep in touch or record information. [ read more ]
Common problems associated with overcharged batteries
There is a commonly held belief that overcharging rechargeable batteries or attempting to recharge a flat disposable one will lead to a massive explosion. This may sound a bit like the urban myth about seagulls exploding if they eat aspirin but there is some element of truth in the story which can help us avoid damaging our batteries through bad use of the recharger. [ read more ]
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