It will last longer in the freezer but will need to be properly thawed
(24hrs room temp) before use. Refrigerator storage makes it immediately
usable.
On Jun 7, 2011 1:42 PM, "STeve Andre'" <[email protected]> wrote:
> On 06/07/11 13:57, Chris Schumann wrote:
>> On 06/07/2011 12:52 PM, Scott Matthews wrote:
>>> If I have 2 batteries (smaller cell for everyday use, higher cell for
>>> trips) -- is there a proper way to store the higher cell battery to
>>> keep it healthy? Do I leave it at 50%? 100%? Should I leave it in a
>>> drawer? Perhaps
>>> even the fridge?
>> Technically, to give it the longest life, IIRC, store it at around 30%
>> in the freezer.
>>
>> However, it is a consumable item, and how you use it should inform how
>> you should store it. If you need it to be usable quickly, store it at
>> 100%.
>
> In the freezer? Are you sure?
>
> What I've read indicated that the fridge was the right temperature.
> Freezing
> won't harm the chemistry?
>
>>
>>> Do I need to periodically swap batteries and charge/discharge the high
>>> cell just to keep it "exercised" (so to speak)?
>> No. That is only used to recalibrate the charging mechanism and should
>> be done only when your system is confused about how much battery is left.
>>
>> Chris
>
> --STeve Andre'
>
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