I purchased a 12 pack of 2032 batteries for my various Air Tags from Duracell. I found they didn’t work and saw from various posts it’s the bitterant they add to the battery that prevents it from working.
Does anyone know a way to remove this coating so I can use these things and not have to waste a dozen batteries?
As an FYI I tried the “wipe the battery with salvia” trick and that did not work
thanks
Acetone has been reported as being an effective bitterant solvent.
That said, acetone dissolves a LOT of things, so you certainly don’t want any acetone residue inside your AirTag.
It’s unknown effect on the battery’s insulating seal “put me off” from even attempting.
I simply returned the Duracells back to the place of purchase and exchanged them for “bitterant-free” Energizers.
How to replace the battery in your AirTag - Apple Support
Acetone has been reported as being an effective bitterant solvent.
That said, acetone dissolves a LOT of things, so you certainly don’t want any acetone residue inside your AirTag.
It’s unknown effect on the battery’s insulating seal “put me off” from even attempting.
I simply returned the Duracells back to the place of purchase and exchanged them for “bitterant-free” Energizers.
How to replace the battery in your AirTag - Apple Support
Rinse it down with plain water and then wipe vigorously with paper towel. It did the trick for my whole pack of Duracell batteries
Actually just plain water is best with a good scrubbing down with a paper towel. Leaving just some moisture is fine too.
Air Tag Compatibility With Duracell Batteries
