> > No, NiCAD and NiMH both do NOT generate gasses normally. They can overheat > if overcharged or shorted, so pose a hazard in that regard. But the Cadmium > is a poison source so should be disposed of at a recycling center for > batteries. The Nickel is somewhat toxic, but not nearly as much as cadmium. > This is the reason NiMH has taken over most NiCAD applications (and it > generates 2-3 times more energy per cubic volume, too). > Hi List I have read several times about zapping NiCad batteries for rejuvenating using large caps. Does this technique also applies for NiMH batteries ? Regards Luis -- http://www.piclist.com hint: The PICList is archived three different ways. See http://www.piclist.com/#archives for details.