Just a thought on a hot topic

[Ray Winder]

Not a total solution to the problem but as an extra layer of protection what about a slightly modified version of this to put your battery in while charging

Genuine Ex Military 50 cal Ammo Storage Box

The Genuine Ex Military 50 Cal Ammo Storage Box is a great heavy duty medium sizes case. Ideal for storing anything from tools to prepping supplies, these ammo boxes are offered in grade 1 condition.

preppersshop.co.uk

Make some holes in it to try and stop it bursting in the event of a flair up. As stated not a total solution but may help to contain any potential problems.

 

[Ocsid]

Still left with a great amount of energy to be dissipated, not sure if endining up with an incandescent steel box to live with, moves one very far safety wise.

 

[Ray Winder]

Still left with a great amount of energy to be dissipated, not sure if endining up with an incandescent steel box to live with, moves one very far safety wise.

Yes I don't see this as a total solution, but having seen some of the videos od batteries going up possibly easier to deal with a box than a flaming open battery

 

[Az.]

Doesn't solve problem of toxic smoke.

 

[Ray Winder]

Yes that's correct.
I think I mentioned in the first post it's not a total solution, it just seems to offer a little bit more

 

[Az.]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOBBYMATE-Battery-Fireproof-Explosionproof-Storage/dp/B01N52KN5C/ref=psdc_595314_t2_B09Q6FPGZ5

This is better solution IMO.
To be on a safe side I charge and store batteries outside.

 

[Ray Winder]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOBBYMATE-Battery-Fireproof-Explosionproof-Storage/dp/B01N52KN5C/ref=psdc_595314_t2_B09Q6FPGZ5

This is better solution IMO.
To be on a safe side I charge and store batteries outside.

Looks excellent and quite reasonable price too

 

[Peter.Bridge]

To be on a safe side I charge and store batteries outside.

Is there a safe temperature range to store batteries? Could it get too hot or cold ?

 

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[guerney]

This is better solution IMO.
To be on a safe side I charge and store batteries outside.

On a shovel next to a open window! When in doubt, chuck it out!

https://www.pedelecs.co.uk/forum/threads/batteries-charging-routine.45703/page-5#post-687163

 

[Peter.Bridge]

Ammo case (but REMOVE THE SEALS) - seems like a good option in all the tests I have been able to find - LIPO bags don't seem up to ebike batteries

 

[Nealh]

Cold doesn't affect storage only charging does , so charging needs to be above freezing in ambient temps .
Likewise best to not charge or store in a hot place or near a hot radiator, that said some keep them in the airing cupboard so they don't get a sniffle.

 

[Ray Winder]

I store mine in a polystyrene box in my garage to even out temperature changes, I charge them every couple of months or so in winter and then drop the voltage down to about 40% with my home made discharger.

Battery Care over Winter

This is a simple little project made in ½ hour from scrap parts I had lying around which I thought I’d share: The idea was to enable me to: 1) Partially discharge a fully charged e-bike battery to a suitable storage level for winter 2) Exercise the battery to extend its’ life when my e-bike...

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