How to revive dead 18650 batteries?

[Nathan Ahmad]

So I have 4 18650 batteries 3 of which I did not use or recharge for to long. They drained and now do not indicate as charging on my 4 way charging. How did you guys revive your 18650 batteries that died from not being charged after to long?

 

[AzPlumber]

Recycle and buy new ones

 

[VictorViper]

Some chargers have the ability to revive fully discharged batteries, but they aren't always successful and personally, I wouldn't bother. Quality batteries are cheap, I'd just recycle and replace.

 

[bombastinator]

Trying to revive a battery sounds like asking for trouble down the road. You do not want to road flare a battery.

 

[stols001]

Pretty much, batteries age whether they are being used or not. So, if your charger doesn't seem to want to revive them, that means that they probably shouldn't be revived. They are likely at the very end of their useful lifecycle, which means that trying other methods to get them going is probably not the best plan.

Good luck! This is one reason that batteries don't come from the factory fully charged, they store and age better on a partial charge. Please do buy a few new batteries and use those.

Anna

 

[Izan]

So I have 4 18650 batteries 3 of which I did not use or recharge for to long. They drained and now do not indicate as charging on my 4 way charging. How did you guys revive your 18650 batteries that died from not being charged after to long?

Hi and Welcome,

Recycle and re-buy.
No need to loose sleep over $£€20.00
Cheers
I

 

[MJCSD]

Hello and Welcome to ecf

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

The Nitecore Intellicharger can sometimes do it, but it should only be done as a last option.

 

[Katya]

How did you guys revive your 18650 batteries that died from not being charged after to long?

When I store my batteries, I try to make sure that they stay @50% charge when not in use. That said, I only buy what I need and use them right away. Like others have said, don't bother trying to revive them. Recycle and get new ones from a reputable vendor--RTD Vapor, Orbtronics, Illumination Supply are recommended.

ETA:
Mooch's Recommended Batteries | E-Cigarette Forum

 

[Katya]

Trying to revive a battery sounds like asking for trouble down the road. You do not want to road flare a battery.

Batteries store energy--a lot of energy. I don't like to mess with mine.

 

[Opinionated]

So I have 4 18650 batteries 3 of which I did not use or recharge for to long. They drained and now do not indicate as charging on my 4 way charging. How did you guys revive your 18650 batteries that died from not being charged after to long?

You can't, and shouldn't. Once you fully discharge a liion 18650 battery they are dead, toast, done for - dangerous to recover..

Please read

Is it safe to use a charger's "recovery" feature to bring back an overdischarged battery? | E-Cigarette Forum

For why.

 

[bombastinator]

Batteries store energy--a lot of energy. I don't like to mess with mine.

Plus you know, the whole unquenchable metal fire thing. It’s just all-round bad.

 

[gofishtx]

Yep, those are done, recycle and get new ones.

 

[madstabber]

Some xtar will charge dead batteries and the new hohmbase charger by hohm tech has a battery doctor that claims the same. But as many have suggested you should probably play it safe and get new ones unless you have a personal connection to them like they were given to you by your grandfather on his deathbed in which case you do everything you possibly can to safe them. Otherwise just get an LG, Samsung, or Sony battery from a reputable vendor such a illumn, battery junction, or my personal favorite orbtronic. Good luck

 

[Opinionated]

When I store my batteries, I try to make sure that they stay @50% charge when not in use. That said, I only buy what I need and use them right away. Like others have said, don't bother trying to revive them. Recycle and get new ones from a reputable vendor--RTD Vapor, Orbtronics, Illumination Supply are recommended.

ETA:
Mooch's Recommended Batteries | E-Cigarette Forum

I always buy my batteries from www.liionwholesale.com very reputable company, excellent trustworthy batteries.

 

[suprtrkr]

I don't recommend it. Recycle them and get new ones. Batteries aren't cheap, but they're worth less than your face.

Welcome to the board.

 

[Winchester]

Recycle and buy new ones

That's The Ticket!

 

[BrotherBob]

So I have 4 18650 batteries 3 of which I did not use or recharge for to long. They drained and now do not indicate as charging on my 4 way charging. How did you guys revive your 18650 batteries that died from not being charged after to long?

Welcome and glad you joined.
I have provided a little more information which might help choosing/evaluating batteries.
Might like to read:
18650 Battery Buying Guide for Vapor Users – Wake and Vape Blog
(9) Battery Basics for Mods; the Ultimate Battery Guide | E-Cigarette Forum
Calculating battery current draw for a regulated mod | E-Cigarette Forum
Battery Safety: Will You Marry Me? - Mt Baker Vapor
http://ecigarettereviewed.com/e-cig-charging-safety
Vaping 101: Battery Safety
Guide to Choosing a Battery Charger | E-Cigarette Forum

 

[jfcooley]

Just order new ones...
Liwholesale, ordered 2 Sony's this morning already shipped.

 

[hej2k]

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