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Secondary (Rechargeable)
| Sub Categories | Description |
|---|---|
| Lithium Ion | Lightweight, modern and safe batteries for OEMs |
| Lithium Polymer | Cutting edge power solutions for OEMs |
| Nickel Metal Hydride | Established technology for consumers and industrial manufacturers |
| Lead Acid | High capacity energy storage for OEM and backup applications |
Batteries for the future...
The latest rechargeable batteries are environmentally-sound and easier to use than ever before.
Advances in battery and charging technology mean that harmful chemicals such as mercury and cadmium have been all but phased out, and undesireable battery characteristics such as memory effect and overcharging have been eliminated.
Nickel Cadmium
The new EU Battery Directive (2066/66/EC) is due to come into force on 26th September 2008, and will introduce legal restrictions on batteries and cells which contain specified amounts of either mercury, lead and cadmium. In effect, selling Nickel Cadmium batteries or cells within Europe will be banned.
Although some applications will have exemptions under the new law, it has become apparent that suppliers are starting to reduce the availability of Nickel Cadmium cells within Europe already. This means that in the very near future we expect the availability of Nickel Cadmium to decrease as manufacturers and distributors adjust their stocks. Even before the Directive comes into force, we anticipate increased lead times and some degree of disruption to supply.
Nickel Cadmium can, in most cases, be directly replaced by
Nickel Metal-Hydride alternatives with minimal changes. We are
recommending that all Nickel Cadmium users consider alternatives,
regardless of exemption status.
Creasefield are able to provide technical and sales support to
facilitate the move away from Nickel Cadmium. Please contact us to
discuss your ongoing requirements and the options
available.
