The cabinet cannot withstand the pressure of an exploding battery; the doors may even burst open. Toxic smoke gases escape and spread rapidly. The exterior becomes glowing hot and can ignite other nearby materials. This debunks the common myth that batteries should be stored in the. . Lithium‑ion batteries are convenient, but can also be dangerous. Yet many companies still store them in a cabinet that was never designed for this purpose. A safety cabinet is. . However, there are certain things that you should avoid doing if you want to retain the safety and effectiveness of your rechargeable battery.
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