All You Need To Know About Keeping Your E-bike Battery Safe.
E-bike and e-trike batteries can catch fire due to various reasons, such as:
- Manufacturing defects or design flaws that compromise the quality and safety of the battery cells.
- Improper use or abuse of the battery, such as overcharging, overheating, exposing to extreme temperatures, penetrating, or short-circuiting.
- Using incompatible or faulty chargers that may damage the battery or cause sparks.
- Ageing or wear and tear of the battery that may reduce its performance and increase its risk of failure.
E-bike and e-trike batteries are made of lithium-ion cells, which contain a flammable electrolyte fluid. If the battery is damaged or overheated, the fluid can ignite and cause a chain reaction of thermal runaway, resulting in an explosion. This can happen to any device that uses lithium-ion batteries, such as phones, laptops, hoverboards, and electric cars.
Buying e-trikes and batteries from reputable brands that meet quality and safety standards is important. Kwolity uses only high quality products on all of our e-bikes and e-trikes.
Preventative maintenance you can carry out on your battery:
- Checking the battery regularly for any signs of damage, swelling, or leakage.
- Charging the battery in a well-ventilated area, away from flammable materials, and using the original charger or a compatible one. Kwolity supplies a smart charger.
- Storing the battery in a cool and dry place, and avoiding direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.
- Disposing of the battery properly when it reaches the end of its life cycle, and not throwing it in the trash or fire.
E-trike fires are rare and avoidable, as long as you take good care of your battery and use it responsibly.
E-trikes are a great way to enjoy the benefits of cycling, such as saving time and money, improving your health and fitness, reducing your environmental impact, and having more fun and convenience.
Contact one of our experts to discuss how an e-bike or e-trike can enhance your lifestyle.
