What is traditional rapid charging and why is it bad for the battery?
Rapid charging generally means charging the battery in approximately 1 – 3 hours. Commonly called a “Current Pump”! When charge current is put into the battery it creates gases; mainly hydrogen and oxygen. The oxygen gases attach to the plates in the form of gas bubbles. Gas bubbles over a period of time cause a deterioration of the battery through oxidation of the plates and the formulation of dendrites; or what is referred to as “memory effect” (voltage depression). Generally, over a short period of time , the talk-time and stand-by time deteriorate to a level where calls are dropped or no longer can be made. This leads to you, the consumer, to the unnecessary, premature and COSTLY disposal of batteries.
