TB 43-0134
CHAPTER 4
BATTERY PROFILES
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Introduction
Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide
Alkaline (ALK) Batteries
(Li-S02) Batteries, Multi-cell
Carbon-Zinc (LeClanche
Lithium-Thionyl chloride
LCE)) Batteries
(Li-SOC12) Batteries, Multi-cell
Lead-acid (IA) Batteries
Magnesium (MG) Batteries
Lithium-Manganese Dioxide
Mercury (HG) Batteries
(Li-MnO2) Batteries
Nickel-Cadmium (NI-CD) Batteries
Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide
Silver (AG) Batteries
(Li- S02) Battery, BA-5567/U
Thermal (THR) Batteries
in states which utilize bioassay characterization criteria for HW
4-1.
Introduction
identification. Presently AK, CA, MN, RI and WA utilize this
a.
This chapter is a ready reference for specific
criteria.
guidance for each class of battery listed in Table 2-1.
d.
Handling. See para 2-3.
Handling, fire suppression, storage, transportation and
e.
Fire control/suppression.
A carbon dioxide
disposition requirements in chapter 2 apply to all classes of
(C02) fire extinguisher is recommended. See para 2-4.
batteries. This TB is intended to provide useful information in
Storage. See para 2-5.
f.
a convenient format; IT DOES NOT REPLACE federal or state
environmental or transportation regulations or DoD policies.
CAUTION
b.
Coordination
with
all
installation/facility
Depleted batteries may continue to vent
personnel, as required under paragraph (para) 1-3 e, is
hydrogen gas after use, and if stored at high
essential for your safety and the protection of the environment.
temperatures above 1300 F.
Installation/facility personnel will assist you in ensuring
g.
Transportation requirements. See para 2-6 for
compliance with requirements under federal, state and local
packaging, marking and labeling requirements. Not regulated
regulations.
under Title 49 CFR, Part 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table
(HMT).
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Alkaline (ALK) Batteries
h.
Disposition and disposal. DO NOT accumulate
Alkaline batteries are primary (non-rechargeable) batteries.
and store waste batteries for disposal for more than 90 days.
a.
Chemical characterization
See para 2-7.
(1) Anode: Zinc (Zn).
(1) Dispose of ALK batteries as NHSW in
(2) Cathode: Manganese dioxide (MnO2).
accordance with RCRA regulations. These batteries may be
(3) Electrolyte: Aqueous solution of potassium
disposed with general refuse.
hydroxide (KOH).
(2) In states with bioassay requirements, ALK
(4) The battery cell contains caustic KOH
batteries are classified as HW, and disposition/disposal may
electrolyte, which may leak if the battery is abused. KOH is a
be through your local servicing Defense Reutilization and
strong alkali similar to caustic soda (sodium hydroxide
Marketing Office (DRMO), or via local contract.
(NaOH)). Serious chemical burns can result if electrolyte
comes into contact with the skin or eyes. If the battery
4-3.
Carbon-Zinc (LeClanche (LCE)) Batteries
electrolyte gets into your eyes, it can cause severe damage
LeClanche batteries are primary (non-rechargeable) batteries.
and/or blindness.
a.
Chemical characterization.
b.
type number. BA-3000 series.
(1) Anode: Zinc (Zn).
c.
Solid waste characterization.
(2) Cathode: Manganese dioxide (MnO2).
(1) Under federal RCRA: Non-hazardous solid
(3) Electrolyte:
Aqueous
solution
of
waste (NHSW).
ammonium chlo-ride (NH4CI) and zinc chloride (ZnC12).
(2) Bioassay findings: Hazardous waste (HW)
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