Lead Acid Battery Flyback Pulses: Electrolyte Decomposition

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Inductively generated flyback pulses around 1kV may have limited effects on the electrolyte of lead acid batteries. While some believe these pulses can help break up sulfate deposits during battery reconditioning, concerns arise regarding their effectiveness. The low impedance of the pulse-producing coil and the battery itself may ground the voltage, preventing significant chemical changes in the electrolyte. The discussion highlights the need for reputable sources to support claims, emphasizing that anecdotal evidence is insufficient in technical forums. Suggestions include searching Google or Google Scholar for more credible information.
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Plausibility of electrolyte decomposition using Flyback pulses
Can inductively generated flyback pulses (~1kV) cause the decomposition or ‘consumption’ of any components in the electrolyte of a lead acid battery resulting in an energy release?
 
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Only in part. While pulses can apparently be used to break up Sulphate deposits, I have also heard that the voltage of pulses, once they meet the battery, is effectively grounded due to the low impedance of the pulse-producing coil and the battery itself. As such they are no longer in a position to effect any significant changes to the electrolyte at a chemical level. What do you think?
 
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I have also heard
At PF, we require links to reputable sources for this. "I have heard" is generally not good in the technical forums. Thanks :smile:
 
It was a personal comment from a fellow researcher. So I am not in a position to reference it. . . .
 
Perhaps a Google or Google Scholar search could provide some backup for the comment? :smile:
 
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