Wasabi Battery expanding, afraid it might explode

photolady95 · 11-14-2016, 09:51 AM

I had a wasabi go bad on me like yours but I didn't buy it, it came with the used K-30 I bought from a forum member. When I realized I had to use a flat blade screwdriver to remove it, I chucked it to the garbage. Since then, I have bought two new ones, same brand and so far no problems.

**csa** · 11-20-2016, 09:28 AM

Originally posted by EarlVonTapia

I should note that I have used it a few times in its ever-expanding state, so maybe one more round of use won't hurt (famous last words).

Very foolish to use this battery when you are aware of what can happen.

E-man · 11-20-2016, 10:31 AM

I agree. Replacing a battery is a whole lot cheaper than replacing a camera, not to mention the very serious injuries you could suffer if that sucker decides to blow up while you're looking through the viewfinder!!!

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11-14-2016, 09:51 AM	#16
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	I had a wasabi go bad on me like yours but I didn't buy it, it came with the used K-30 I bought from a forum member. When I realized I had to use a flat blade screwdriver to remove it, I chucked it to the garbage. Since then, I have bought two new ones, same brand and so far no problems.

11-20-2016, 09:28 AM	#17
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Originally posted by EarlVonTapia I should note that I have used it a few times in its ever-expanding state, so maybe one more round of use won't hurt (famous last words). Very foolish to use this battery when you are aware of what can happen.

11-20-2016, 10:31 AM	#18
E-man Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 678	I agree. Replacing a battery is a whole lot cheaper than replacing a camera, not to mention the very serious injuries you could suffer if that sucker decides to blow up while you're looking through the viewfinder!!!

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