After the disaster with the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 recall, many consumers are wondering if they need to worry about their own smartphones. The fact is there are many cause for battery explosions, and we’ll discuss how and why this happens.
In the case of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7, the chargers were not what caused the batteries to explode and catch on fire. Using high-quality chargers like the ones we make at Ohming Technology means there’s no need to worry about the charger being the culprit. Like we said, there are several other reasons these things happen.
Why Lithium Batteries Explode
Lithium batteries are common because they are lightweight, can handle the constant recharging, and can hold a considerable charge. Smartphones, laptops, cameras, and even electric cars, all take lithium batteries.
The ironic thing is that it is this very makeup that contributes to these lithium batteries exploding or catching fire. Two specific reasons include:
Lightweight Components
Because lithium batteries are made to be lightweight, the foundation of its design is typically slim. A slim design means the outer covering has to be thin, which in turn makes the battery fragile. If a lithium battery becomes punctured or damaged in any way, sparks can occur and cause the battery to catch fire or possibly explode.
Overheating
The same result will happen if the battery is overheated. This is not the same kind of heat that occurs when the battery is being charged. In fact, heat from exposure to environmental conditions is what poses the biggest threat to the lithium being damaged. Avoid keeping your cell phone in areas or on surfaces that are too hot for extended periods of time.
These are the same reasons the Galaxy phones are exploding. There were 35 incidents originally reported, and when Samsung recalled one million of its Galaxy Notes, more claims of exploding Notes were reported.
Even iPhone Batteries are Exploding
Despite often being considered an “untouchable” product, even Apple users have reported incidences where their iPhone batteries have exploded. Although these instances haven’t been very frequent and have not warranted Apple to issue a recall, there have been enough for the iconic brand to investigate the events. With its new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 plus, Apple has promised its longest usage time yet. Previous iPhones would have to be charged twice a day.
Can Overcharging Your Mobile Device Cause Battery Explosion?
Overcharging your battery is not really an issue with any phone, regardless of the brand. Based on the way smartphones are designed today, overcharging your mobile device would be a tough task, even if you did leave it to charge overnight or longer. Smartphones know when to stop the current from entering into your device. After all, there is a reason they are called “smart” in the first place. This means you don’t have to stress if you fall asleep and leave your phone charging for eight hours or longer.
Ohming Technology understands the importance of keeping mobile devices charged and ready to go. That’s why we’ve developed the Charge M.E. It fits the lifestyle of people today who constantly need to remain “plugged in.” Learn more about the Charge M.E by contacting us now.
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