Batteries are blamed for almost all problems. To satisfy the customer, the pack is replaced, often without testing. This liberal battery-return policy is costing the stores thousands of dollars. The Cadex C7000 Series battery analyzer helps reduce costs by checking and restoring the batteries in stores or at service centers.
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The amount of energy a battery can store gradually decreases with usage and age. Medical staff is often unaware of capacity fade and continue deploying the battery,
Good, pack can be returned to customer Low, suspect; full service recommended Poor, faulty; replace pack
What batteries does QuickSort™ test?
QuickSort™ accommodates single-cell lithium-ion batteries with capacities of 500-1500mAh. The test is simple – just select QuickSort and connect the battery. If testing batteries outside the designated test range, contact service@cadex.com assistance.
Who should use QuickSort™?
Cellular stores- To check warranty returns. Only batteries with genuine faults need replacement.Refurbishers- To sort and restore batteries.Fleet users- To track aging batteries and verify minimum performance levels.How does QuickSort™ work?
QuickSort™ is based on the electrochemical dynamic response of the battery rather than resistance. Resistance cannot provide reliable runtime estimations because some batteries retain low resistance with cycling and aging. Capacity is essential.
Electrochemical dynamic response can be compared to a mechanical arm under load. A strong arm remains firm whereas a weak arm bends and becomes sluggish when activated. The battery acts in a similar way.
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How accurate is QuickSort™?
Service model for Stores
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A customer has a battery problem. The clerk checks the pack with QuickSort™ and if suspect, gives a replacement from the pool of tested batteries. The returned battery is then examined and serviced with the Cadex analyzer. 90% of warranty batteries can be restored and reused. Stores say that refurbished batteries have the same return rate as new packs. Onsite service lowers replacement costs, courier charges and disposal fees. |
Wake up seemingly dead batteries
How accurate is QuickSort™?
Pilot Study with 10 Cellular Stores
Typically, U.S. cellular stores get an average of ten returned batteries a day at a handling cost of about $15US per pack. This amounts to a daily expense of $150 per store. Trying to cut costs, ten stores participated in a one-month experiment that involved servicing incoming batteries with Cadex battery analyzers. During this short study period, the stores saved 1981 batteries that resulted in a saving of about $30,000, not to mention the environmental impact of being able to reuse the batteries.
Application Notes 
Find out more about how Cadex Battery Analyzers can help in these applications:
