{"id":5107,"date":"2026-08-30T06:40:32","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T21:40:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donguri3.net\/server-tech\/lipo-battery-disposal-2\/"},"modified":"2026-08-30T06:40:34","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T21:40:34","slug":"lipo-battery-disposal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donguri3.net\/en\/diy-repair\/repair-pc-hardware\/lipo-battery-disposal\/","title":{"rendered":"Disposal Guide for LiPo Batteries from DIY Earphone Repairs"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li>The other day, I replaced the LiPo battery in my earphones myself in an attempt to fix a non-charging issue. Experiencing firsthand the dilemma of what to do with the old, unnecessary battery, I&#8217;ve put together a guide on &#8220;how to correctly dispose of LiPo batteries generated from DIY repairs.&#8221; In reality, local governments have established small lithium battery collection systems, so <strong>checking your local municipality&#8217;s disposal rules first is a reassuring first step<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Official Sites Referenced<\/h2>\n<p>As reliable sources of information on disposal rules, I checked the following sites:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbrc.com\/general\/recycle_flow\/\">JBRC (Japan Portable Rechargeable Battery Recycling Center)<\/a> &#8220;Recycle Flow and Target Battery List&#8221;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbrc-system.com\/page\/pc\/techc010\/\"><strong>JBRC Cooperative Store &#038; Municipal Collection Spot Search Page<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Municipal pages regarding the handling of lithium-ion batteries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Based on these, I created a safe disposal guide for earphone LiPo batteries.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Correct Disposal Methods for LiPo Batteries<\/h2>\n<h3>Do <strong>not charge<\/strong> even after use, and <strong>insulate the terminals<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The unusable battery after replacement can be left as is, but be sure to <strong>insulate the positive and negative terminals with vinyl tape or the like<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Check for swelling or damage<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">JBRC only accepts member-manufactured batteries that are <strong>free of swelling and damage<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Confirm that the battery is <strong>free from water exposure or abnormalities<\/strong> before collection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">If you have any concerns, consult your local government counter (cleaning center).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Take to a JBRC Cooperative Store or Municipal Collection Service<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">If it is made by a <strong>JBRC member manufacturer<\/strong>, you can drop it off at the &#8220;yellow collection box&#8221; installed in electronics retail stores, home centers, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 1.4rem;\">At the nearby Yamada Denki, there was no yellow collection box, and the battery had to be handed directly to a store clerk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Some municipalities have collection stations or curbside collection, so <strong>municipal collection is also carried out in parallel<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Wrapping the terminal tape thickly in three layers provides peace of mind. This prevents short circuits during handling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If swelling is observed, do not use it and consult immediately<\/strong>. This reduces the risk of ignition.<\/li>\n<li>Since municipal collection systems vary, it is recommended to <strong>check your local government&#8217;s disposal page in advance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Checklist: Summary of Disposal Steps<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Check the battery collection method on the municipal website, etc.<\/li>\n<li>Leave the replaced battery <strong>without charging<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Apply <strong>insulation tape<\/strong> to the positive\/negative terminals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check for swelling and damage<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If it is made by a JBRC member, bring it to a cooperative store or dispose of it via the municipal collection system<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Take non-eligible or abnormal batteries to the municipal counter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The other day, I replaced the LiPo battery in my earphones myself in an attempt to fix a non-charging issue. 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