What is a Ni-Cd battery?
A nickel-cadmium battery (Ni-Cd or Ni-Cad) is a rechargeable battery used in portable computers, rigs, video cameras, and other small battery-powered devices that require uniform discharge. Ni-Cds use electrodes made from nickel oxide hydroxide, cadmium metal, and potassium hydroxide alkaline electrolyte.
Ni-Cd Battery Pack
Two or more Ni-Cd battery cells combined to form a battery pack. Because they are typically similar in size to primary cells (non-rechargeable batteries), Ni-Cds may have lower terminal voltages and smaller ampere-hour capacities. However, unlike primary cells, Ni-Cds provide a nearly constant terminal voltage during discharge, which can result in an almost undetectably low charge. During discharge, Ni-Cds convert chemical energy into electrical energy. During charging, Ni-Cds convert electrical energy back into chemical energy.
Advantages of Ni-Cd batteries
✳Withstand long periods of deep discharge
✳More charge/discharge cycles than other rechargeable batteries to extend battery life
✳Higher energy density, lighter and more compact than lead-acid batteries Ni-Cd is preferred when size and weight are critical factors, such as in aircraft
✳Lower self-discharge rate than nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries (20% per month vs. 30% per month)
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