At 11:14 AM 1/22/2007, you wrote: >I just found the whole thing interesting. After working with millions of >systems with these batteries, this is the first one I've seen where lithium >escaped from the cell. I've only seen a couple cells rupture. I suppose >this is because we were very careful with our design, not allowing any >measurable current back into the cells, and buying quality cells. The majority of the repairs I have had to do with leaking Li batteries were because someone had spilt a drink or beaker of something into the equipment. _____________________________________________________________ Cris Wilson Information Resource Consultant College of Architecture, Arts, and Humanities Clemson University cris@clemson.edu To report problems email: aah_computers@clemson.edu -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist