I had to remove the battery from my chromebook because it swelled up.

I’d like to get a new battery. I only need enough juice to survive being unplugged for a few minutes without shutting down abruptly.

The chromebook was about $60 to buy. With shipping and tax, a new battery is priced $40-80.

I like the device, I have put the time in to getting linux functioning how I like, so I’d rather not start fresh with a new chromebook. And I have no money.

Is there some kind of vendor that sells old batteries that don’t have much power in them? I was hoping to spend about $20. Maybe some sort of recycler.

location: Canada

part #: gm02xl

Secondary questions:

  • Is it possible to bypass the battery as a power source when plugged in so that they don’t get swollen in the future? I would rather just leave devices plugged in all the time.

  • Is there a way to make the USB power more securely attached so it doesn’t disconnect at the slightest movement? Super glue?

  • reboot@lemmy.worldOP
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    17 days ago

    you mean build a new wooden case around the old one? so that the power cord can be held secure? Why would I need it if I had a battery pack?

    I did something like that once using a wire paper tray as a base―lighter and with better air circulation than plywood.

    Is there a video about something other than a space heater?