How to get batteries out of disposable cameras?

Question

I've heard you can use the batteries to help reduce use of resources. How do you get the batteries out and not ruin the camera film? Thanks

Answer 1

On most Kodaks, the battery is pretty easy to access. Just pop the battery door (opposite side from the film winding wheel) open with a screwdriver and the battery is right there. On some cameras, the battery is on the bottom. Be careful with that kind, you can get a nasty little surprise from the flash condenser!

We do recycle disposable cameras, BTW. Most off brand cameras are recycled. I think Kodak and Fuji use new cameras every time. The batteries in them are usually good. In the off brands, sometimes the batteries are DOA.

Answer 2

It is my understanding that the camera components are recycled at the processing plant. The cameras can be reloaded with fresh film, repackaged and reused. Perhaps the batteries are rechargable?

I once had a job where we used a lot of polaroid film. Each film pack had a disposable battery inside it. I hated wasting these 6.2volt batteries, so I rigged a flashlight (which we also used on the same job) to run on a pair of these disposable packs. Great recycling ... I thought.

Answer 3

They crack them open on a sharp rail. Serious. Take it in the palm of you hand and slam it on the edge of a 2X4 or something