Have you ever encountered this kind of problem? Your child’s beloved electric toy car suddenly lacks power and the battery life is significantly shortened. Don’t worry, our article will help you find the most suitable battery and ensure the replacement process is safe and correct.
Before placing an order for a new battery, you need to collect all the information about the existing battery and find out the exact specifications of the battery you need. Because many children’s electric car batteries are not universal, buying the wrong voltage may burn the circuit board, buying the wrong size may not fit, and buying the wrong interface may not work.
Check the old battery. Safety first! Before removing the old battery, always turn off the power switch of the toy car. Carefully open the battery compartment and remove the old battery. Check the battery label carefully. Usually it contains the voltage. Common voltages are 6V, 12V and 24V. The voltage of the new battery must be exactly the same as the old battery.
If there are no dimensions on the label, use a ruler to accurately measure the length, width, and height of the old battery (usually in millimeters (mm) or centimeters (cm)). The new battery must fit snugly into the battery compartment.
Terminal type, see how the positive and negative terminals of the battery are connected to the body wires. Is it two flat metal plugs (note the difference between F1 and F2 models, the width is different)? Or is it a specific plastic plug? It is strongly recommended to take a clear photo for subsequent reference.
If the old battery label is unclear or lost, you can try to find the battery-related information on the car body. You can also contact the toy car manufacturer for consultation.
Understanding the meaning of battery specifications
Battery voltage indicates the power level of the battery, which determines how much driving force the toy car motor can get. Think of it like a car needs a specific grade of gasoline. If your car has 6V, you must buy a 6V battery; if your car has 12V, you must buy a 12V battery, and so on.
The battery compartment of a toy car is a fixed size. The new battery you purchase must fit into this space. Be sure to use the exact dimensions you measured or wrote down in step one.
The interface is the part of the battery that connects to the toy car’s wires, just like the relationship between a plug and a socket. The interface/terminal type of the new battery must exactly match the connector of the wires on your car, otherwise it will not connect to the power.
Capacity refers to how much electrical energy a battery can store, and can be thought of as the battery’s “tank size.” A higher Ah value generally means a longer run time for a toy car after a full charge.
Battery chemistry type: Currently, most children’s electric toy cars on the market are sealed lead-acid batteries and lithium iron phosphate batteries. Many people are also beginning to replace traditional batteries with LFP batteries.
Where to buy batteries
You can try to contact the official customer service, official website or authorized repair point of the toy brand, they usually provide OEM batteries, which are a perfect match for your toy car. The disadvantage is that third-party batteries are expensive.
Looking for a professional lithium battery factory, like Hongyitai, we have been engaged in lithium battery production for more than 10 years.
Before purchasing, you must ensure that the voltage, capacity, size, and terminal type are consistent, and try to match them successfully in one go.
Final confirmation and safety instructions
Before you complete your purchase and installation, please be sure to carefully read and follow the following final confirmation steps and important safety instructions.
The charger is key to ensuring safety and battery life! Be sure to use a charger that matches your new battery.
When installing a new battery, connect the positive (+) terminal of the battery to the corresponding positive wire on the vehicle body; connect the negative (-) terminal of the battery to the corresponding negative wire on the vehicle body. Make sure the connections are secure.
Before using a new battery for the first time, carefully follow the battery or toy car manufacturer’s instructions regarding initial charging time. Do not leave the battery connected to the charger for long periods of time.
Lead-acid batteries (SLA) are hazardous waste and contain lead and acid. They must not be disposed of in the regular trash. Please take your old batteries to a designated recycling point and recycle them properly.
Conclusion
From collecting key information about old batteries, to accurately interpreting the meaning of various specifications, to finding and purchasing suitable replacements, and finally completing safe confirmation and installation, you can correctly replace the new battery. If you still have questions, you can contact us directly.
