cr123 storage

[isneyk]

I can't seem to find the threads about the safe storage & venting issues on these.
I've used the search function but cannot find the threads.

Can anybody please steer me right into it.
Thank you so much!

 

[Ajay]

Here ya go:

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=181767

 

[StarHalo]

I'd say that thread is more about carrying than storage, but some good info on taking spares with you there.

When it comes to long-term storage, like any other battery type you want to minimize self-discharge (reduce temperatures) and keep moisture out (airtight container) - Put your batteries into a Ziploc bag and then keep them in the fridge.

 

[isneyk]

.... and then keep them in the fridge.

You're just pulling my leg, right?
Is this for a fact?
I get the ziplock logic etc... but seriously?

Just curious.:thinking:

 

[isneyk]

Here ya go:

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=181767

Thanks Ajay, the reason I ask is because my brother bought a 12pk SF 123's & I'm a bit worried on how & where to store it. I'm concerned about the venting issues etc...

Any input guys?
Safe temp ranges? Containers?
I would like something I could readily find in the house so I don't have to spend anything.

 

[JasonC8301]

I have a Pelican 1010 case I use to store my cells in (currently filled with Energizer cells for ~2 years and tested them last week with my volt meter and they still read 3.19-3.20V.) I keep it along with my Surefire cells (in their cardboard boxes) in my flashlight draw next to my nightstand (temperature range is 65-75F.)

http://www.batterystation.com/cr123a.htm $29.95 for the case and 15 cells.

 

[StarHalo]

You're just pulling my leg, right?
Is this for a fact?
I get the ziplock logic etc... but seriously?

100% serious, the lower you get the storage temperature (without going beyond the threshold for the particular battery chemistry), the slower the battery self-discharges, so the longer it lasts. There can be moisture and chemistry issues with using a freezer, so the refrigerator is pretty much ideal for getting maximum battery life.

This is also why you should never use a rechargeable battery in a car glovebox light - the high temperatures cause the cell to self-discharge at an incredible rate. A common NiMH cell, for example, can go from fully charged to completely dead in a matter of days.

 

[isneyk]

Ok thanks StarHalo. I suppose its better to store it in the garage for now since its winter over here...
Do i need to use some silica packs for it? I have a few laying around.

Thanks.

 

[StarHalo]

Do i need to use some silica packs for it? I have a few laying around.

It's not necessary, batteries do fine in common household humidity conditions, and the garage is usually the driest place in a house anyway..

 

[etc]

50 cal ammo can.... waterproof.

 

[Ajay]

Sweet mother of God! That's a lot of batteries. I guess you are prepared for the worst etc. If you want something cheaper and with less capacity get a shotshell box:
http://www.ammoboxes.com/sh51025.html
I will be ordering one soon for my growing 18650 collection. I keep getting laptop batteries and popping them open. It's a gold mine!
I guess you can get a smaller caliber ammo box for cr123 batteries.

 

[etc]

I got both 123s and L91 for about $1/each; C cells for about 0.25/each and D cells maybe 0.40 each.

Off topic, but the really cool thing about Malkoff 3D is that you can fit 4xC in it for more brightness and lighter weight.

I got a really good deal on about 600 alkalines, I think I won them for 2-3 cents each plus SH. Then when the package arrived, I discovered they were actually that "heavy duty" Carbon-Zinc garbage.
To make lemonade from the lemons, I found out that they run wonderfully in MiniMag with SMJLED conversion (Or Nite-Ize) or PT Apex on Low, or anything else with a low drain. The run time s*cks for sure but bang-per-buck is actually pretty good. I already gave away a few hundred to friends/relatives but still have this enormous depot of non-alk AAs. I wonder if I can donate them somewhere for Chrismas, but my guess is, they wouldn't run kids toys very well at all due to the heavier load.

If anybody asks you, where you buy your batteries, the correct answer is, I don't buy batteries, I *have* my batteries.

Back to the OP, I think 50 cal ammo cans are good to store stuff in. Also they make 30-cal ammo cans that are smaller.

All this Lithium or Li-Ion stuff is no joke, have to be careful with it. There is a lot of chemistry in these boxes.