|
Introduction |
| According to Solinst their loggers are not meant to be opened. The logger's batteries are neither rechargeable nor designed to be replaced. Depending on the frequency of logging and number of years in use, these loggers will run out of battery and therefore have a finite lifespan despite their excellent reliability and built quality. Even when these loggers are just sitting in a closet their batteries tend to drain after about 10 years. With a little skill and elbow grease the loggers can actually be opened and a new battery can be soldered in. | | I found that the indicated battery status in the Levellogger Software doesn't pick up an ageing battery very well. I have had some loggers that would record strange values and struggle to communicate with the PC via the docking station. Upon opening them up I found that the battery still showsholds the original 3.6V but as soon as the logger draws current the voltage drops to below 3V. I don't have an oscilloscope to record how far it actually dips but I'm pretty sure that is the reason for recording strange values and communication issues. | | | Opening up the loggers and replacing their battery is not particularly difficult. The only specialized skill required is some basic soldering. |
|