What is the Best Temperature to Store Batteries?

What is the Best Temperature to Store Batteries?

To store batteries for long term or short term periods without losing quality please use the following information based on your specific chemistry type.

Li-ion Battery

  • Stored in cool and dry place, temperature :14°F to 95°F
  • Max humitity: 80%
  • Max Shelf Life: 3 years
  • After charging one time it is recommended to charge battery one time per month

NIMH Battery

  • Stored in cool and dry place, temperature: -4°F to 95°F
  • Max humitity: 80%
  • Max Shelf Life: 3-5 years
  • After charging one time it is recommended to charge battery one time per month

NiCD Battery

  • Stored in cool and dry place, temperature: 0°F to 113°F
  • Max humitity: 85%
  • Max Shelf Life: 3-5 years
  • After charging one time it is recommended to charge battery one time per month

Special Note for all chemistry types: After a battery has been charged batteries will be frozen in very low temperatures and will not be able to fully discharge their power and therefore will cause reduced runtime and long term damage to the cells. It is best to keep batteries stored above freezing and below 85°F.