Do you store your 9-Volt batteries in a junk drawe... - Page 3

noodleann · ‎06-10-2015

I had no idea of any of this regarding 9v batteries, and I really appreciate the warning.

I keep my batteries in their original package, and put those in two plastic containers in a drawer, so they don't come into contact with other batteries or "junk."

I guess this concern would go double for those big batteries that weigh a ton that are used for things like lanterns. They usually come with a protective cap over one of the contacts. I'm going to tape the cap from the replacement battery over the old one next time I change them out, to prevent problems.

Our recycling center used to take batteries and CFL bulbs, but no longer. They say "throw them in the trash." I just can't (plus I'm not even sure if it's legal) so I've got a growing collection of each.

mistriTsquirrel · ‎07-17-2010

I store most of my batteries in a plastic box I bought at a craft store. It has individual sections, so the ends don't touch each other. I don't have to keep the packaging this way, so there's less clutter. I still keep oversized or button-type batteries in their packaging though.

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Q4u · ‎03-17-2010

I used to work for some scientists and they swore that putting the batteries in a fridge was sound advice and even made the batteries last a little longer. Well, that was 30 years ago and I don't think it applies today... that refrigeration might help in some situations but generally no. Keeping them in the original packaging and standing them upright sounds good. I buy them in bulk and keep them stored like this until I need them.....

I did keep them in the fridge for years because of that advice.... today no, and am happy to get them out of my crisper....

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homedecor1 · ‎03-09-2010

@sabatini

although I don't have junk drawer I keep my batteries in my drawer in hutch. I never knew this & am going to share with others!

Karie2022 · ‎03-26-2010

Didn't know this...I just checked as we always have 9v batteries, and they all have little plastic covers...

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kivah · ‎03-11-2010

I keep my batteries in a drawer in my dresser. Most are still in the packages they came in. A few are loose - but I put scotch tape over the ends - and make sure no 2 batteries touch each other. I don't just toss them where they wind up on top of other items. I definitely would never have put them in my pocket.