Charge the notebook battery properly - how it works
Notebook batteries have a limited lifespan. You can extend the lifespan by charging the battery correctly. As a rule, it takes three years until the battery has only half of its capacity. We give you tips on how to keep your battery from aging.
Charge the notebook battery correctly
Most notebooks today are equipped with lithium-ion batteries. Nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal hybrid batteries have long been a thing of the past. Smaller weight, smaller size and higher capacity are just a few advantages of the built-in lithium batteries. The latest batteries are also resistant to the memory effect, which leads to a permanent loss of performance when incompletely charged. Please note that lithium batteries can also age.
- Protect the battery from heat: Protect your notebook battery from heat and heat. If your notebook is exposed to direct sunlight, this can affect the performance of the battery. If you mainly use your laptop on the mains, protect your battery by removing it. Also note that the battery performance drops significantly when the temperature is too low.
- Battery not completely discharged: If the lithium battery is completely discharged, it can be damaged by deep discharge. If laptops have reached the critical value, the device switches off automatically. To be sure, you should fully charge the battery at a charge of around 20%.
- Avoid constant recharging: Lithium-ion batteries can survive between 500 and 1000 charging and discharging cycles. Note that each charge is counted no matter how much energy you give the battery. You should therefore charge the battery without interruption.
- Store battery: If you do not use your notebook battery for a long time, you should store your energy storage in a cool environment. Make sure your battery is between 30 and 80% charged.
