Anyone here rebuilding PB 1400 batteries 'for hire?'

[J English Smith]

I'm interested in having just one PB 1400 battery that has decent runtime. Both of my aftermarket BTIs (from Wegener) are now fairly shot. Anyone here doing battery rebuilds for a fee? Or, anyone know of an online service that did a good job with a 1400 re-cell?

J

 

[J English Smith]

Nobody? I see where to order the Sanyo HR-4/3AU cells from...they are still available. My soldering skills aren't great, but if they have tabs on the batteries, maybe I could attempt this. Certainly cheaper than a "new" battery...

 

[p8712]

Please let us know if you find anyone. My solar 1400 could be brought back to life!

 

[trag]

Soldering tabs onto batteries is difficult. If you have a Batteries Plus near you they have (or did have) a service of soldering tabs onto batteries. I don't know if they'll let you bring your own batteries or if you must purchase theirs.

 

[LC_575]

I have successfully rebuilt a 1400 battery! Granted, there are some practicality issues with my design: the top cover of the batt (which is only cosmetic - it's the bottom cover that has the latch and faceplate) can't fit. However, it works great: It powers the 1400 just fine - even the battery meter is accurate (and it's lighter too!) Here's a pic:



The soldering was difficult and frustrating - but it was my first time. I have plans for better designs that should allow for the upper cover to fit. I use 4/3A size cells with a rated supply of 3800 mAh.

So, down to business, as I am interested in offering this as a service. I would charge about $40 for parts and about $35 for labor. You (pay) ship me the dead battery (I do need a dead battery, for the parts), and I ship it back to you (USPS Small Flat Rate Box both ways). Should take about a week, factoring in shipping times here.