{"product_id":"reed-s86-replacement-battery-74v-2200mah-li-ion","title":"Reed S86 Barcode Scanner Replacement Battery 7.4V 2200mAh","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bpw-desc\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"bpw-desc-h2\"\u003eReed S86 — 7.4V Li-ion Replacement Battery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"bpw-desc-lead\"\u003eThis 7.4V, 2200mAh Li-ion battery replaces the original pack in the Reed S86 handheld barcode scanner. It fits the S86 directly and restores full scanning and wireless function on retail, logistics, and inventory management floors. Voltage and capacity match the original specification — 7.4V, 2200mAh (16.28Wh).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"bpw-desc-bullets\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReed S86 fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    The S86 uses a 7.4V two-cell Li-ion pack with a BMS that monitors cell voltage and current draw during combined scan-trigger and wireless radio events. This replacement carries the same voltage rail and BMS-compatible communication, so the scanner firmware recognises the pack and reports charge state correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBench tested on actual hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    We cycled this pack through repeated scan-burst and radio-polling loads — the BMS held voltage steady across the combined inrush and did not trip under sustained multi-scan sequences typical of pick-and-pack workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-shift preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    After installing, seat the scanner in its cradle and run a full charge cycle before the first shift. Scan-trigger inrush current peaks when the cell is near minimum, and a fully charged pack prevents false BMS trips during the first hours of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"bpw-desc-divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"bpw-desc-h3\"\u003eCradle showing a charging error on a new pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"bpw-desc-p\"\u003eCharging docks on handheld scanners read pack state through contact pins on the battery base. Oxidation or debris on those contacts raises resistance enough that the cradle interprets the pack as faulty and throws a charging error rather than beginning a charge cycle. Wipe the gold contact pads on the battery and the corresponding pins in the cradle with a dry lint-free cloth, then reseat the scanner firmly. If the error clears, the pack was fine — the contacts just needed a clean path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"bpw-desc-h3\"\u003eScanner losing wireless connection during rapid scan bursts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"bpw-desc-p\"\u003eDuring a fast scan sequence, the S86 draws current simultaneously from the imager and the wireless radio. This combined inrush can cause a momentary voltage sag on a partially discharged cell, which the scanner interprets as a low-battery event and drops the radio link to conserve power. The fix is to avoid running the pack below around 20% charge during high-frequency scanning — keep it topped up at shift breaks. If drop-outs persist on a freshly charged pack, check that the battery contacts are seated flush, as a poor connection amplifies sag under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BatteryWeb","offers":[{"title":"Warranty 1 Year","offer_id":43324809347162,"sku":"BWCS-HD7900BL-1","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Warranty 2 Year","offer_id":43324809379930,"sku":"BWCS-HD7900BL-2","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Warranty 3 Year","offer_id":43324809412698,"sku":"BWCS-HD7900BL-3","price":60.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/4775\/0746\/files\/BW-CS-HD7900BL-1.webp?v=1778123165","url":"https:\/\/batteryweb.com\/products\/reed-s86-replacement-battery-74v-2200mah-li-ion","provider":"BatteryWeb","version":"1.0","type":"link"}