🔧Bike Lights Repaired with DIY Skills for $20 CAD
Fixing old bike lights with minimal skills
TL;DR
A bike light repair story with minimal electronics skills. The author fixed their decade-old lights for $20 CAD, extending their life. Worth a try if you're handy.
An author fixed their decade-old rechargeable bike lights, which only worked for 5 minutes after charging, for just $20 CAD. They accessed the circuit board, identified the battery type (LIR2477), and ordered replacements from AliExpress. The repair involved desoldering the old battery, soldering in the new one, and reassembling the lights. The author hopes to update the post on the long-term durability of the repair. This DIY fix shows how minor repairs can extend the life of electronics, saving money and reducing waste.
Key Points
Decade-old rechargeable bike lights only worked for 5 minutes after charging.
Author accessed circuit board by cutting silicone casing and removing screws.
Battery type identified as LIR2477 using an LLM; replacement ordered from AliExpress.
Repair involved desoldering old battery and soldering in new one; reassembled lights.
Author took old batteries to a nearby location for proper disposal.
Why It Matters
If you're handy and have old electronics that need repair, this DIY fix can save you money and reduce waste. The author's repair extended the life of decade-old bike lights for just $20 CAD. This approach is especially useful for those who want to extend the life of their gear without buying new.
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