# Battery replacement for g6 **URL:** \ **Category:** C/GM\ **Tags:** dexcom\ **Created:** [September 8, 2019, 10:02am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280 "2019-09-08T10:02:36Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 13\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Jurgis77](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/53a042/32.png) [@Jurgis77](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jurgis77)\ **Post date:** [September 8, 2019, 10:02am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/1 "2019-09-08T10:02:36Z")
Buttery replacement g6 ---
**Author:** ![Jurgis77](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/53a042/32.png) [@Jurgis77](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jurgis77)\ **Post date:** [September 8, 2019, 10:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/2 "2019-09-08T10:03:52Z")
Hi did someone have changed battery for g6 and can help me? ---
**Author:** ![Thomas](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/thomas/32/1719_2.png) [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Post date:** [September 8, 2019, 1:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/3 "2019-09-08T13:59:40Z")
There are various groups out there which do that. However they try to fly under the radar a bit so they don’t get shut down by the FDA and/or Dexcom. I know everybody is in their own financial situation but remember that it is the sensors that are the more expensive part at approximately $10 / day as compared to the transmitter at approximately $2.25 / day. Assuming 10-day sensor and 90-day transmitter per warranty. Assuming cash price without insurance of $100 per G6 sensor and $200 per G6 transmitter. ---
**Author:** ![feinstei](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/a9adbd/32.png) [@feinstei](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/feinstei)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2019, 5:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/4 "2019-09-09T17:51:02Z")
I change batteries and have done 3 so far. Please contact me at [feinstei9415@yahoo.com](mailto:feinstei9415@yahoo.com) if you’re going to attempt a battery change and I will help you do it yourself (my advice is free). If you have a couple of G6 80 or 81 transmitters that are dead, I can change the battery for you on a “give me two transmitters and I’ll give you back one with a replaced battery” deal. You need to pay trackable USPS postage both ways (about $7.00). I can supply the battery at no charge (they’re only $3.00)… Once I’ve replaced the battery, you can do it yourself after it dies again (in about 6 months) by peeling off the epoxy and popping out the battery and buying a replacement from Amazon. You of course must buy some sealing glue at Walmart as well to re-seal it. Then you can keep using your old, renewable 80 or 81 G6 transmitter forever (the transmitters don’t die, only the battery does). Take a look at some of my other posts for helpful advice on doing the battery change. Remember, do everything (Dremel tool and drilling) EXTREMELY slowly… In fact, I nowadays use a hand file to get to the battery rather than a Dremel tool since I have more control over where I expose the battery and don’t break any contacts… Please note: I am a veterinarian by trade and not a professional battery changer. I do the G6 battery change stuff as a hobby along with model trains, playing tuba in community bands etc. Thus, I am not running this as a business. ---
**Author:** ![MM2](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/mm2/32/3032_2.png) [@MM2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MM2)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2019, 12:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/5 "2019-09-10T00:51:41Z")
> [@feinstei](#): > > Once I’ve replaced the battery, you can do it yourself after it dies again (in about 6 months) by peeling off the epoxy That’s pretty cool. Most videos I’ve seen don’t seem to be that easy to do multiple times. Saw one that could be recharged. ---
**Author:** ![Richard157](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/richard157/32/1996_2.png) [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Post date:** [September 12, 2019, 8:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/6 "2019-09-12T20:06:21Z")
There is a Facebook group that replaces G4 and G5 batteries. I think they also replace G6 batteries too. I am using the G4, and I send my transmitter to the service with $60. The G4 battery is replaced and it lasts 5 months. That is a very good bargain. I have been using the service for several years. ---
**Author:** ![Patty](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/patty/32/6843_2.png) [@Patty](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Patty)\ **Post date:** [September 12, 2019, 8:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/7 "2019-09-12T20:22:51Z")
I was going to throw 3 used G5 transmitters in the trash this morning, but saw this and thought I’d see if anyone wants them. Any takers? ---
**Author:** ![Jurgis77](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/53a042/32.png) [@Jurgis77](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jurgis77)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2019, 10:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/8 "2019-10-24T22:40:31Z")
Yes , pls me, I change baterys and give for charity thx ---
**Author:** ![Chris](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/chris/32/382_2.png) [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2019, 10:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/9 "2019-10-24T22:49:14Z")
Hey Patty, since you are new user you might not be able to Private Message yet. @Jurgis77, you should probably initiate the PM so you two can connect in the background. ---
**Author:** ![Morgan](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/0ea827/32.png) [@Morgan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Morgan)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/10 "2021-09-20T18:34:01Z")
Can you put the name or number of the service so I can try to find them, I’d really appreciate it. ---
**Author:** ![Morgan](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/0ea827/32.png) [@Morgan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Morgan)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 6:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/11 "2021-09-20T18:35:35Z")
I tried to email you but it said your email wasn’t found ---
**Author:** ![Eric](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/eric/32/9209_2.png) [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 6:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/12 "2021-09-20T18:57:38Z")
I am not sure if any of these are still working, but they were mentioned on an older thread about battery replacement: > **[Facebook Groups](https://www.facebook.com/groups/876834672457695/)** > > Dexcom G4 slim platnium and G5 battery replacement service and help/trades has 1,281 members. This is a group for people that need help. We provide battery replacements on Dexcom G4 slim and Dexcom... > **[Facebook Groups](https://www.facebook.com/groups/247952672307306/)** > > Designs And Replacement has 9,240 members. MY STORY: > Welcome to the CGM battery replacement site. A few months ago I had the ambulance called on me due to an extreme low. I had been wanting a dexcom... ---
**Author:** ![Richard157](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fudiabetes.org/richard157/32/1996_2.png) [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2021, 11:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-replacement-for-g6/8280/13 "2021-09-20T23:32:03Z")
@Morgan, the service I had mentioned is no longer operating. The owner is type 1 and she is very ill. I received your email. There is another service I recently found on Facebook. Do you have a Facebook account?