Acid in Battery
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Acid in battery cells is Sulphuric Acid. The strength of the Sulphuric Acid can vary depending on the type of battery, but it is most likely to be between 1.26 SG and 1.28 SG, SG being Specific Gravity, which is a reference to the strength of the acid. The acid in battery cells is extremely Corrosive and should not be handled by people unless they are familiar with the hazards associated with it. It is also important that the individual uses suitable PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
Batteries are sometimes transported empty. This is because they are more expensive to transport when they are full. There are two reasons for this; firstly, the batteries will obviously be heavier, which increases the cost of moving them, and secondly, hazardous acids cannot be sent by just any old courier, they must be transported by specialists who are licensed to move Hazardous substances.
Whilst there is obviously a demand for acid in battery cells from people who are filling empty batteries, there is also a demand from people who are looking to top-up the level of acid in battery cells. Over time, batteries become less efficient and the acid found in them (along with the water, in some cases) must be replaced.
Acid in battery cells could include that found in car batteries, motorcycle batteries, boat batteries, fork lift truck batteries, golf buggy batteries and many more. To identify the strength of acid required in your battery, as a starting point you should check the side of the container of packagine for this information, as many batteries will contain text to indicate if the acid in battery cells are 1.25 SG, 1.26 SG, 1.27 SG, 1.28 SG and so on. Failing this, it is advisable to contact the manufacturer directly and ask them, as they are likely to know. As a rule of thumb it is likely that batteries will require 1.26 SG battery acid, because this strength is by far the most popular, however please do not think this is set in stone.
If contacting the manufacturer is out of the question and you are still unsure about the strength of the acid in battery cells required, it is advisable to contact a company which deals with acids. A likely choice could be a reputable chemical supplier. If you do contact a chemical supplier, be sure to try and find one with quality accreditation and a reputable, well-established name.
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