HBC-radiomatic (UK)'s Battery Technology

Li-ion exchange batteries by HBC-radiomatic ensure first-class performance. Concerning their energy density, they are very light, highly resilient and extremely durable.

The battery capacity (amount of electric current that can be stored) and the battery charge (actual amount of stored current) depend on the age of the battery and the environment’s temperature. At temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) and above +70°C (158°F), less capacity is available.

Our Li-ion exchange batteries work with charge cycles. One charge cycle is completed when a complete charge that corresponds to 100% of the battery capacity is achieved. Similar to a smartphone, one charge cycle is usually not completed entirely in one stage, but rather over a series of steps. A charge cycle is completed if the whole battery capacity is used; this cycle is not interrupted if the battery is charged in the meantime.

Example:
The operator uses a charge that corresponds to 65% of the battery capacity in one day. Then the battery is charged. On the next day, a charge that corresponds to 35% of the battery capacity is used. This completes one charge cycle.

When handled properly, Li-ion batteries can reach around 500 charge cycles. Even thereafter, the batteries can still be used with a slightly decreased capacity.

Important notes for the safe charging of Li-ion batteries:

• Charge the battery only with the respective HBC-radiomatic charger.
• Charge the battery at an ambient temperature between 0 – 45°C (32 – 113°F).
• Always charge the battery completely before initial use. This ensures that the battery has its full capacity available for its first use.
• To prevent overheating, remove all carrying bags and protection covers from devices with integrated batteries.

The following points should be kept in mind when storing Li-ion exchange batteries:

• Always charge the battery completely before initial use. This ensures that the battery has its full capacity available for its first use.
• For storing Li-ion batteries, a battery charge of 30 – 50% is ideal. Charge an empty battery for approx. 1 hour to reach this level of charge.
• Li-ion batteries lose capacity that cannot be recovered when stored for longer periods.
• Therefore, charge the batteries at intervals not exceeding 3 months.

Li-ion batteries by HBC-radiomatic score big with their performance and longevity. We have collected a few important notes so you can benefit from as long as possible from these advantages:

• Note the indicated temperature ranges for using, charging, and storing the Li-ion batteries. Using, charging, or storing batteries at extreme temperatures outside these specifications can decrease the battery’s capacity.
• Charge the Li-ion batteries in time and avoid a complete discharge. Deep-discharges are prevented in our Li-ion batteries by the use of intelligent protective circuits.
• Never store discharged Li-ion batteries. For storage, a battery charge level of 30 – 50% is ideal. Charge an empty battery for approx. 1 hour to reach this charge.

Adhere to the legal regulations for the transport and shipping of Li-ion batteries applicable to your country. We deliver all HBC-radiomatic batteries with Li-ion technology in a suitable packaging with all required documents and safety notifications.

In the case of air transport, the charge level of the batteries must not exceed 30%.
For this reason, we charge our Li-ion batteries to a level of 20 – 30% before dispatch. This also allows for an extended storage period that will not result in a reduction of the service life.

All rechargeable batteries offer a limited number of charge cycles. Adhere to the legal regulations for the disposal of Li-ion batteries applicable to your country!

Information on NiMH Technology

Benefits

Original NiMH rechargeable exchange batteries from HBC-radiomatic provide you with a wide range of benefits.

• NiMH technology has proven itself time and again over many years, particularly in our HBC-radiomatic handheld transmitters.
• We exclusively use industrial-quality battery cells that are certified by our engineers according to the highest standards.
• NiMH rechargeable exchange batteries from HBC-radiomatic have no memory effect.