How to care for a battery and how to choose a battery, experts from the akkumulyatory.ho.ua store tell.
The choice of most buyers is a regular lead-acid battery. Today it is the most common type of battery for cars. It was first invented in 1859-1860 by French inventor Gaston Planté. Since then, 150 years have passed, and the principle of operation of this type of battery has not undergone significant changes, and they are leaders in use in motor vehicles.
The principle of operation of such batteries is based on electrochemical reactions of lead and lead dioxide in a sulfuric acid environment. During charging, a reaction occurs, to which at the end of charging is added the reaction of water electrolysis, accompanied by the release of oxygen at the positive electrode and hydrogen at the negative. The biggest advantage of such batteries is the low cost of the materials they consist of. Accordingly, the retail price remains acceptable for most buyers.
But even the simplest thing can have disadvantages. They mainly concern "serviceable" batteries (with openable covers over the cells). Nevertheless, the care methods are so simple that any car owner can easily handle it. If such a battery is properly maintained, it will last a very long time.
So, what disadvantages are inherent in this type of battery? When driving, shaking is inevitable, especially on our roads, so the conductive electrolyte may leak onto the battery case. This can lead to self-discharge. To avoid this, it is necessary to periodically remove the electrolyte, neutralizing it by wiping the case, for example, with a weak solution of baking soda or laundry soap diluted in water to the consistency of liquid sour cream. In addition, water may evaporate from the battery. This leads to an increase in electrolyte density, an increase in voltage on the battery, and exposure of lead plates. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to monitor the electrolyte level and timely add distilled water.
If you are lucky and the battery on your car is new, such simple manipulations, along with checking the car for current leakage and periodic recharging of the battery, can extend the battery life by several years. In principle, a quality-made battery, with proper care, can last up to 6-7 years.
Experts at akkumulyatory.ho.ua recommend regularly monitoring the battery. Get into the habit, for example, every time you check tire pressure, also pay attention to the battery. Well, if it's already time to replace it, they are waiting for you. Professional consultants will select the appropriate product for any car. Even if the model you need is not currently available, it will be delivered to order in the shortest possible time.
