Depleted LifePO4 battery

Why wouldn't you take it to the tip - just about all have a battery section and does not go to land fill.

end-of-life?
What happened?
Good luck.


Our Sinopoly 4 cell 300Ah LiFePO4 battery pack has survived 10 years of full-time travel powering our motorhome and starting the 3.9l turbo diesel Canter engine often several times a day with just a c5% capacity loss.

If no one wants it in ten years from now I may just have to dig a big hole.

Joe. Is it really dead? how old is it? If not old, maybe the BMS has thrown in the towel or ASLEEP, but the battery is serviceable. Is it worth opening the case and testing the cells individually and over the 4 to check for being alive and then perhaps charging the 4 battery cells directly. You didn't give any info about age!

I was blown away when I contacted battery world they wanted $115 to dispose of mine. I would have thought some of the parts would be able to be reused or recycled so it would cost nothing or like a lead acid you get a few dollars for recycling it but it sounds like they don't do that. I took it to the local tip and put it on a pallet with the rest of the old batteries no questions asked or fee.

Just leave it out on the verge, someone always takes them.

You're right, that advice from the retailer about the LiFePO4 battery wasn't ideal. Taking it to the landfill isn't the best solution. Finding the right disposal method for these can be tricky.

Here's what I'm thinking:

* **Check Local Recycling Options:** Since the retailer wasn't helpful, I'll look into what local recycling centers accept LiFePO4 batteries. There might be designated drop-off locations specifically for these types of batteries.
* **Battery Stewardship Programs:** Some battery manufacturers or distributors might have take-back programs for LiFePO4 batteries. It's worth checking their websites or contacting them directly.
* **Hazardous Waste Facilities:** As a last resort, if there are no other options, I might have to take it to a hazardous waste facility. These facilities specialize in handling and disposing of potentially hazardous materials like LiFePO4 batteries.

Replacing car batteries is a breeze compared to LiFePO4 disposal! Hopefully, by following these steps, I can find a responsible way to move on from my old battery app.

I was curious about this aspect, my council has a list of what can and can't be left at their depot and what do do with items that they don't accept. I just had a quick look and it indicates that their recyling centre takes batteries including Lithium batteries, free for locale rate payers.