What happens if a battery is discharged after removing a load?

When removing the load after discharge, the voltage of a healthy battery gradually recovers and rises towards the nominal voltage. Differences in the affinity of metals in the electrodes produce this voltage potential even when the battery is empty. A parasitic load or high self-discharge prevents voltage recovery.

When should a battery discharge be stopped?

Theoretically, the discharge may be continued until the voltage drops to zero, but practically, the discharge should be stopped when the voltage of each cell has dropped to 1.7 (on low discharge rates).

Should a battery be discharged to a lower voltage?

At a very high current flowing for only a very short time, it is not only' safe, but advisable to allow a battery to discharge to a lower voltage, the increased drop being due to the rapid dilution of the acid in the plates. The cell voltage will rise somewhat every time the discharge is stopped.

What are the discharge characteristics of lithium ion batteries?

When you analyze the discharge characteristics of li-ion batteries, you focus on the charge-discharge curves. These curves show how voltage and current change as the battery charges and discharges. You typically see a flat discharge curve in lithium-ion cells, which means the voltage remains stable through most of the discharge cycle.

How long can a battery be discharged?

Maximum 30-sec Discharge Pulse Current –The maximum current at which the battery can be discharged for pulses of up to 30 seconds. This limit is usually defined by the battery manufacturer in order to prevent excessive discharge rates that would damage the battery or reduce its capacity.

How does a storage battery discharge?

Considered chemically, the discharge of a storage battery consists of the changing of the spongy lead and lead peroxide into lead sulphate, and the abstraction of the acid from the electrolyte. Considered electrically, the changes are more complex, and require further investigation.