Most of us might be familiar with Lithium-ion batteries as a whole. But the lithium family is actually divided into several categories. One of these is commonly referred to as LifePO4, or Lithium-iron phosphate (LFP). What differs LifePO4 from most other lithium types, is that its composition uses no cobalt…
Anyone who’s ever used a battery operated device, is extremely familiar with alkaline batteries. They’re the gold standard when it comes to the majority of electronics which use them. But, in recent years, rechargeable LITHIUM batteries have been gaining in popularity as well. One of these such batteries, is the…
Batteries are an excellent source of portable power, and are literally everywhere. Since the invention of Lithium-ion batteries in the 1970’s, their overall usefulness has grown leaps and bounds! Their ability to provide a higher current, plus being able to store higher amounts of energy, makes them very desirable for…
With the various types and sizes of batteries available these days, consumers are getting confused, and rightly so! With the advances in technology of LED flashlights, Lithium-ion batteries have become more mainstream. The recent popularity of e-Cigarettes, has also broadened their reach. I’m not a smoker and don’t pretend to…
INTRODUCTION Rechargeable batteries, of the Lithium-ion and Nickel Metal Hydride variety, and the chargers that rejuvenate them, have been a great addition to the world of electronics. Since there’s a abundance of choice with just about everything these days, knowing how to choose a battery charger is quite invaluable. When…
Just as technology has made amazing strides in the past 20 years, it was inevitable that someday the flashlight would eventually catch up as well. The invention of the LED…(light emitting diode) seemed like a good fit to eventually replace the standard “bulbs” that flashlights used for decades to produce…
Rechargeable batteries are a good investment, for whatever the devise they might be intended for. But, there’s often confusion, since they come in several different forms. Let’s take a closer look at some of the different types of rechargeable batteries and hopefully it’ll make a bit more sense. First of…
