2014Batteries/Power forum
Upgrading battery cells in ProFormer battery packs
12 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Nickel-metal hydride cells can be installed in ProFormer packs but require case modification due to slightly larger cell dimensions.
- Nickel-cadmium chargers will charge nickel-metal hydride batteries but may reduce battery lifespan through excessive heat if the charger lacks a voltage cutoff designed for the chemistry.
- Nickel-metal hydride cells provide higher capacity than nickel-cadmium equivalents but may require earlier recellation when charged with incompatible chargers.
- Modern Anton Bauer chargers designed for nickel-metal hydride chemistry will safely charge upgraded cells without compatibility issues.
- Older nickel-cadmium-only chargers lack the voltage regulation needed for nickel-metal hydride and should not be used with upgraded cells.
- Successfully upgrading ProFormer cells requires case modification and careful assembly but can be accomplished by an experienced tinkerer.
Depends on
- Older charger models may not be compatible with nickel-metal hydride cells.
- Information is from 2014 and based on specific charger models and battery packs mentioned in thread.
- One user reported a sparks incident during cell installation indicating potential assembly hazards.
- Professional recellation services available as alternative to DIY approach.