PL8 discharge to Zero Voltz?

[Mikey D]

I have some old batteries I would like to discharge to zero volts and dispose of. Does the PL8 allow for discharge to zero?

Mike

[Gregor99]

The lowest discharge voltage for LiPos 2.5v per cell. For NiXX its 0.5v per cell. I would use a light bulb or small load to bring it down to 0v.

[CharlieK]

After getting the whole pack to indicate 0V, yo should check each cell.
If any still have a charge discharge them via the balance leads and a load.
When all the cells read 0v, it's time for disposal.

[hemp]

Personally, I've used a LiPo preset to get them below 3V per cell then used an NiMH preset to bring them down below 1V for the whole pack. Then I just short the wires which very quickly uses up the rest. It won't even spark with that little voltage.

I can't say that it's a recommended approach, just that I've never had a problem doing it that way. Certainly if you try it you'll want to be in a well ventilated area with nothing combustible nearby as safety precautions.

Also, prior to disposal I either solder the main leads together or tape them well. That way there's no risk that the packs might acquire a charge after disposal. That's super unlikely, but .. it's also really easy to prevent.

[Mikey D]

Hi there
Was wondering if the PL8 can be set to discharge to 0 volts for battery disposal?

Mike

[Gregor99]

Something about this question sounded very familiar. Oh, here it is.

https://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=609031

[Varelco]

Put the battery for disposal in a bucket of salty water. It will discharge itself that way, the salt increases the conductivity of the water to speed it up otherwise you could be there for a long time.

[Gregor99]

Originally Posted by Varelco

Put the battery for disposal in a bucket of salty water. It will discharge itself that way, the salt increases the conductivity of the water to speed it up otherwise you could be there for a long time.

Salt doesn't work reliable and may leave some cells charged with no easy way to discharge them.

Lipo in saltwater for fun and science

and

http://www.tjinguytech.com/charging-.../lipo-disposal

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