How Long Should a Battery Be Charged?

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When the battery of an electric vehicle is completely drained, it is recommended to charge it for approximately 7 to 8 hours. Around eight hours is sufficient to fully charge the battery without overcharging, which could lead to risks such as battery swelling or even explosion due to excessive charge. The number of charge and discharge cycles for an electric vehicle battery is limited. Normally, a battery can handle 300 to 500 cycles without issues, but exceeding 500 cycles may degrade the battery's quality and reduce its storage capacity. This is because the current reaction during charging and discharging can decrease the electrolyte inside, increasing resistance and reducing storage capacity, making the battery less durable over time. Therefore, it is perfectly fine to charge the battery only when it is out of power, as this helps minimize the number of charging cycles and maintain the battery's quality.