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Rechargable battery heating up

Discussion in 'Off Topic [BG]' started by Vorago, Jun 24, 2008.

  1. Jun 24, 2008 #1
    Vorago

    Vorago (((o)))

    Jul 17, 2003
    Antwerp, Belgium
    A regular 1.5 V battery that was in my pocket seems to have heated up on its own, it feels like it's 40-50 C.

    Is it gonna explode? Should I use it again?


    It's a nickel-metal hydride battery btw.
     
  2. Jun 24, 2008 #2
    peterbright

    peterbright

    Jan 23, 2007
    On The Bayou
    Are you joking?
     
  3. Jun 24, 2008 #3
    SuperDuck

    SuperDuck

    Sep 26, 2000
    Wisconsin
    Did you have any keys or pocket change in your pocket at the same time, by any chance?
     
  4. Jun 24, 2008 #4
    RWP

    RWP

    Jul 1, 2006
    Yep, change in your pocket can cause that. If it didn't vent it's probably OK.