CAMELION

Anode - the positive (+) terminal of a battery. The anode typically contains a deficit of electrons. When connected to the cathode an electric current forms.

Capacity - The total number of ampere-hours or watt-hours that can be withdrawn from a fully charged cell or battery under specified conditions of discharge.

Cathode - The negative terminal of a battery, which contains a large quantity of electrons. Together with the anode, this is a basic building block of a battery. During discharge, the positive electrode of the cell is the cathode. During charging in a rechargeable battery, the negative electrode is the cathode.

Charger - An electronic device that recharges the rechargeable. Many manufacturers produce chargers for their rechargeable batteries.

Charging Time - The period of time it takes for charger to charge up rechargeable battery.

Chemistry - The chemical composition or arrangement of a material or substance.

-dv Control - This is a precise termination that tracks the rates of change of battery voltage (dv/dt). The charger varies the voltage change in proportion to the time taken by the current. This allows optimal charging by eliminating the overcharging and compromise of traditional fixed charge timers. The battery stops charging when the battery is fully charged and enters float charging mode.

Electric Device - A device such as a digital camera, MP3 player that uses electric energy to operate.

Fast Charge - The ability of a charger to charge a rechargeable battery in a few hours or less.

Lead Acid - A type of chemical used in lead-acid batteries, typically vehicles.

Memory Effect - A phenomenon in which a cell or battery operated in successive cycles to the same, but less than full, depth of discharge temporarily loses the rest of its capacity at normal voltage levels.

Mercury - A metal used in many older batteries, considered toxic and environmentally harmful.

Nickel Cadmium - A common chemical compound used in rechargeable batteries,considered toxic and environmentally harmful.

Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) - A common chemical compound used in rechargeable batteries

Over-current Control - The adapter ensures the charging current is within the specifications of the power regulation circuits within the equipment, preventing equipment damage or safety hazards.

Over-temperature Control - If the internal case temperature rises to an unusually high level then the system will shut down. When the temperature has settled to a safe level the full charge current will be available. The cut-off temperature depends on the model e.g. 57C for the Camelion Easy to Use F60 charger

Rechargeable Battery - A battery that can be recharged by using a charger, Typically batteries can be recharged 500-1000 times under normal conditions.

Reverse Polarity Protection - Prevents damage to the charger if the battery is connected in reverse. The charger automatically detects if battery is inserted improperly i.e. positive is put against the negative plate and vice versa.

Self-Discharge - The loss of useful capacity of a battery on storage due to internal chemical action (local action).

Shelf Life - The duration of storage under specified conditions at the end of which the battery still retains the ability to give a specified performance.

Short-Circuit Protection - Prevents damage to the charger if the dc output is short-circuited.

Single Use Battery - A type of battery that cannot be recharged and must be disposed of once the charge that has been fully used.

Special Disposal - Proper disposal of batteries so as not to harm the environment. All batteries should be disposed and recycled properly. Heavy lead based batteries have toxic materials and should be disposed of in accordance with appropriate environmental regulations.

Time-out Control - The charger has a timer that turns off the charger after a specified period of time. E.g. for the Easy to Use F60 charger the automatic cut-off is at 1.25 hours.

Wattage - A measure of electric power, typically expressed in watts or kilowatts.