4 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Two-Way Radio Battery

March 17 2023, by Joseph Gabriel, 2 min reading time

While rechargeability has extended the lifespan of many two-way batteries, they still eventually wear out and need replacing. Over time, your battery will begin to show differences in its performance that will help indicate it’s nearing the end of its lifespan. To show you what we mean, we go over four signs it’s time to replace your two-way radio batteries.

Your Battery Is Dying Faster

Over time, your battery will lose its ability to maintain a charge. Eventually, you’ll notice your radio dying faster than it used to. Your typical two-way radio batteries, such as Hytera batteries, have a consistent charge cycle of approximately 300 to 400 charges. The margin of error depends on how often you use the battery and how well you take care of it.

While you can have your battery reconditioned, this is a short-term solution that only postpones the inevitable. It’s simply easier and more cost-effective to have your battery replaced.

The Battery Is Hot to the Touch

A much more obvious sign it’s time to replace your two-way radio battery is when the battery starts becoming hot to the touch. When your battery overheats like this, you’ll want to remove it from the radio and allow it some time to cool back down. When your battery begins overheating more often, it’s at the end of its lifespan or has a defect.

There Are Damages and Leaks

It’s a good idea to inspect your radio batteries regularly, as physical damage and leaks can not only affect your battery but cause damage to the radio itself. In particular, you want to ensure your battery isn’t leaking battery acid, as it can cause extensive damage to your radio and even pose a threat to your health.

Your Battery’s Just Old

Lastly, even if nothing seems wrong with your battery, it’s a good idea to consider replacing it after a few years. While batteries don’t have an expiration date, they typically last a maximum of two years before the natural wear and tear of old age affect their performance. Keeping this in mind can help you avoid inconveniences or problems before they arise.

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