Q) What can happen if a lead-acid storage battery is charged or discharged too quickly?
A) The battery could overheat and give off flammable gas or explode
NJ2X Notes:
It is important to treat 12-volt lead-acid batteries with respect. They can be dangerous in spite of the apparent low voltage. A typical car battery is capable of producing considerable current during discharge. If charged or discharged too quickly batteries can overheat, give off hyrdogen gas, or even explode.
A) The battery could overheat and give off flammable gas or explode
NJ2X Notes:
It is important to treat 12-volt lead-acid batteries with respect. They can be dangerous in spite of the apparent low voltage. A typical car battery is capable of producing considerable current during discharge. If charged or discharged too quickly batteries can overheat, give off hyrdogen gas, or even explode.