How do you store a coin battery?

This is especially likely if a mixture of different sized and shaped batteries are stored in the same bag, with coin batteries easily becoming stacked or sandwiched between the poles of other batteries by mistake. The best option for loose batteries is to store them in a way that allows them to lay side-by-side.

Can you store a battery in a plastic bag?

As easy as it may be to have a dedicated “battery drawer” or to store loose batteries in a plastic zipper bag together, it’s not a great idea. Batteries can easily come into contact with each other, which can cause a short circuit, or at the very least cause them to discharge and become drained.

How do you store a loose battery?

The best option for loose batteries is to store them in a way that allows them to lay side-by-side. Batteries are a choking hazard, especially coin cells and other small batteries. They should always be stored in a place that is out of the reach of toddlers and small children.

How long do batteries last?

As a general rule, batteries are considered to have a shelf life of about 10 years, but it varies between different types of batteries, and can be impacted by various external factors. Shelf life is partially determined by batteries’ self-discharge rate, which is the rate at which they lose power when not in use.