Battery re-celling and refurbishment services for professional video equipment batteries

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2012Batteries/Power forum

14 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

Re-celled batteries can be charged on standard AB chargers without issues.
Professional re-celling services can restore batteries to like-new condition at significantly lower cost than purchasing new units.
Lithium-ion battery packs frequently suffer internal damage from drops or rough handling during shipping, including broken weld tabs and solder joints.
Internal damage to lithium-ion packs can be repaired at minimal cost if addressed promptly before cells self-discharge below a recoverable level.
Re-celled batteries may have improved specifications compared to original equipment specifications.
Battery refurbishment services can address quality issues without additional charges when problems arise.

The thread dates to 2012 and may not reflect current battery technology or service availability.
One claim about LCD accuracy after refurbishment was mentioned but the reporter had not experienced problems to verify it.
The proportion of lithium-ion packs with shock damage was observed subjectively and may not represent all battery types or usage patterns.
No independent testing or verification of re-celled battery performance specifications is documented.