Battery Blogs, Articles & How-Tos
Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Safety: Tips for Professionals
Lithium-ion batteries power everything from smartphones and laptops to electric cars, making them indispensable in modern life. Yet, they have their downside. They can catch fire due to "thermal runaway," where a battery's temperature rises [...]
Car Battery Recycling: How It’s Done & Why It’s So Important
Young people are taught to recycle everything, lest it become part of a floating island of garbage in the ocean. Good for you if you recycle your plastic bottles and metal cans. But what about [...]
10 Big Benefits of a Modular UPS System to Back Up Your IT Infrastructure
IT workers know the benefits of modular UPS, but C-suite decision-makers may need a nudge to spend a little more for a better system. Can you get by with a standard system? With budget-brand batteries [...]
Replacing a Motorcycle Battery: A DIY Guide
Does your motorcycle struggle to start? It could be due to: A faulty starter motor Bad wiring or connections A lack of fuel A clogged air filter A faulty kill switch or ignition switch Most [...]
Choosing the Best Car Battery: 8 Simple Steps
Selecting the right car battery is like navigating a dark maze of technical jargon and specs. Follow this guide like the golden thread of Theseus, and you'll never be lost or discouraged. You'll emerge from [...]
Are We Running Out of Lithium? Shortages & Battery Production
Lithium-ion batteries dominate the rechargeable battery market, especially in consumer electronics and electric vehicles. They account for a significant majority of rechargeable batteries produced globally, and the world as we know it couldn't exist without [...]
9 Reasons Why Your Jet Ski Battery Is Dying
A battery that drains too fast can also drain your free time. You bought your jet ski to recreate. To feel the wind and saltwater on your face. But it's time to investigate if you [...]
Car Batteries & Heat: Why Summer Can Be a Killer
A long, hot summer takes a toll on everyone and everything, from the lettuce in your garden to the battery in your car. Thank goodness the heat waves are over now. Enjoy the crisp, cool [...]
6 Reasons Why Your UPS Battery Drains Too Fast
A UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) backup battery doesn't do much good if the backup battery needs backup, too. Above all else, a UPS system must be reliable. People buy UPS batteries to weather glitches in [...]
UPS Battery Maintenance: 7 Tips & Tricks for Longer Life
A medium-sized UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) costs less than a new fridge. Still, it can be a significant investment for anyone not named Musk or Rockefeller. The average UPS battery backup lasts 3–5 years, slightly [...]
Home Alarm Battery Replacement: How & When to Do It
Crime is rampant in many of America's biggest cities. Home security systems are in high demand. But did you know that most security systems are only as good as the batteries that power them? And [...]
10 Reasons for Power Outages: When Southern California Goes Dark
Power outages are a pain in the (euphemism). Even a short power outage can damage sensitive equipment, cause data loss, and interrupt daily routines. Any outage lasting more than an hour becomes a significant problem. [...]
Does Your Car Battery Drain Too Fast? 10 Little Things That Can Help
Have you ever experienced a dead car battery? With luck, you were at home, and a jump-start or call to AAA solved the problem. But maybe you were in the middle of nowhere, stranded in [...]
10 Benefits of UPS Battery Backup for Your Computer
UPS stands for Uninterruptible Power Supply. A UPS battery backup provides emergency electricity when the primary power source fails. If connected to your computer: It guards against power surges and spikes. It ensures that your [...]
Getting Rid of the Gunk: How to Clean Car Battery Corrosion
You're late for work. You rush to the car, slam the door shut, press the ignition, and… nothing. Nada. Panic sets in. Is your car battery on the fritz, or is it something worse? Nine [...]