Batteries

[Doc8404]

Use AA in devices that take c and d

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M...s=c+spacer&dpPl=1&dpID=412FXed8+bL&ref=plSrch

 

[MilesTeg]

It's funny you bring this up. Does anyone know anything about reachables? Considering I'm on my first kid and the battery consumption is starting to climb are they worth investing in. Also what kind and where to buy them?

 

[JamieZ]

I use rechargeables once a week. I use them in my predator caller, flashlights and decoy. Been using the same batteries for 4 years. Charge them on Thursday to use them on Friday or Saturday. I buy the batteries and chargers from Amazon. The batteries are AmazonBasics.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics...&qid=1483359530&sr=8-2&keywords=rechargeables

 

[Jackalope]

For long term use, I go with the Panasonic eneloop batteries. The eneloop batteries can be recharged over 2000 times, and if stored they'll still retain 70% of their charge after 10 years.

https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-BK-3MCCA8BA-Pre-Charged-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00JHKSN5I

 

[Doc8404]

For long term use, I go with the Panasonic eneloop batteries. The eneloop batteries can be recharged over 2000 times, and if stored they'll still retain 70% of their charge after 10 years.

https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-BK-3MCCA8BA-Pre-Charged-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00JHKSN5I

I have them charging now!

 

[Drinkthekoolaid]

If I get a decent solar panel set up I will also get a charger and rechargable batteries

 

[4excal]

I use only rechargeable, and have been for past 10 years or so. From remote controls,to flashlights,to 250,000v tazers, to Walkie talkies and Ham radios..I use them for everything. Now with Lithium it's great, they handle the cold weather electronics much better then metal hydride. The main difference in recharge over standard is the MaH, always look for the highest. I've had 2300 MaH last me decade, as long as you take care of them properly. Lately I buy from the company name "Tenergy" they had great reviews and great studies. Just bought AAAs and 9vs Friday..funny this thread popped up. I have the multi battery size charger, then for SHTF i can connect it all to my Solar setup.

 

[NYGuns]

For long term use, I go with the Panasonic eneloop batteries. The eneloop batteries can be recharged over 2000 times, and if stored they'll still retain 70% of their charge after 10 years.

Amazon.com: Panasonic BK-3MCCA8BA Eneloop AA 2100 Cycle Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries (Pack of 8): PANASONIC: Home Audio & Theater

I converted everything of mine over to rechargeable eneloop batteries about 4 years ago and haven't looked back. I have them in everything from my scope, tree cam, TV remotes, etc and am very happy with them. I have both AA & AAA and continue to buy more as needed.

I also use Fenix rechargeable batteries for my Fenix flashlights, headlamps, etc. I honestly can't remember the last time I bought non rechargeable batteries.

 

[Drinkthekoolaid]

I use only rechargeable, and have been for past 10 years or so. From remote controls,to flashlights,to 250,000v tazers, to Walkie talkies and Ham radios..I use them for everything. Now with Lithium it's great, they handle the cold weather electronics much better then metal hydride. The main difference in recharge over standard is the MaH, always look for the highest. I've had 2300 MaH last me decade, as long as you take care of them properly. Lately I buy from the company name "Tenergy" they had great reviews and great studies. Just bought AAAs and 9vs Friday..funny this thread popped up. I have the multi battery size charger, then for SHTF i can connect it all to my Solar setup.

What charger are you using with your solar setup? In looking into this as well.

Once my ham radio shows up my next plan is getting solar, ways to recharge my ham and then rechargeable aa, c, d etc...

 

[4excal]

What charger are you using with your solar setup? In looking into this as well.

Once my ham radio shows up my next plan is getting solar, ways to recharge my ham and then rechargeable aa, c, d etc...

Well for the Ham, it's easy as just using the DC adapter that takes place of the battery for my Uv5 Model in one of my little "18Mah lead acids". When it comes to charging the AA/AAA and 9v's, that's more for the real setup through the inverter with just a 120v multi charger or even the ones that come with the 4pack Energizers and Duracells. Now, that will suck juice through the inverter off the 150 amp hour battery but that's always connected through solar and just continues to juice up, so no worries.

 

[enforcer30]

For long term use, I go with the Panasonic eneloop batteries. The eneloop batteries can be recharged over 2000 times, and if stored they'll still retain 70% of their charge after 10 years.

https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-BK-3MCCA8BA-Pre-Charged-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00JHKSN5I

Are you using the Panasonic charger with them as well?

 

[4excal]

Use AA in devices that take c and d

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MGMM4V8/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1483357188&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=c+spacer&dpPl=1&dpID=412FXed8+bL&ref=plSrch

That is a pretty cool idea/product though

 

[Jackalope]

I don't use the Panasonic charger for my eneloops. I use a variety of chargers, from solar ones, to 12 volt chargers that run off of my home solar system.

 

[dubleuhb]

I also have and use Tenergy AA and AAA, D batteries, between trail cams, lights and other stuff I have about 80 in use at any given time. Keep another couple dozen charged and ready to go.
Also use several 18650's and cr123, all rechargeable.

 

[Darth]

The all in one set I bought years ago:

https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-KJ...44294&sr=8-6&keywords=sanyo+eneloop+power+kit

Spacers, AAs, AAAs, charger and hard case.

 

[Blimey]

Modern rechargeable batteries are good and great for regular use items, but I still keep tons of rayovacs around. Also in certain devices the nimh batteries are not great as their voltage is a bit lower than alkaline. Though their total capacity can be higher than alkaline the lower voltage on a fresh battery can sometimes be an issue like with flashlight brightness.

 

[Drinkthekoolaid]

The all in one set I bought years ago:

https://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-KJ...44294&sr=8-6&keywords=sanyo+eneloop+power+kit

Spacers, AAs, AAAs, charger and hard case.

Looks like a nice set up. Any DC chargers that run off small solar panel set ups?

 

[MilesTeg]

Modern rechargeable batteries are good and great for regular use items, but I still keep tons of rayovacs around. Also in certain devices the nimh batteries are not great as their voltage is a bit lower than alkaline. Though their total capacity can be higher than alkaline the lower voltage on a fresh battery can sometimes be an issue like with flashlight brightness.

I actually went to a battery store right before Christmas to stock up for the kid. I asked them about rechargeable and they didn't want to discuss it. I figured they hadn't made much progress from when I was a kid(90's). I'm glad this thread popped up I will be ordering some with my next amazon order. It looks like everyone is using the eneloop's so I will probably go that route.

 

[Darth]

I haven't bought our used alkaline batteries in years. My flashlights, mice, keyboards, everything really that takes alkaline batteries of the size has worked as well if not better than alkaline, and I've recharged them hundreds of times.

 

[Doc8404]

Modern rechargeable batteries are good and great for regular use items, but I still keep tons of rayovacs around. Also in certain devices the nimh batteries are not great as their voltage is a bit lower than alkaline. Though their total capacity can be higher than alkaline the lower voltage on a fresh battery can sometimes be an issue like with flashlight brightness.

Really? I popped in an enloop into my Coast HP1 last night and much brighter

 

[camper4lyfe]

Use AA in devices that take c and d

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MGMM4V8/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1483357188&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=c+spacer&dpPl=1&dpID=412FXed8+bL&ref=plSrch

In theory, you could also use AAA. I've done it in some halloween decorations. They're all 1.5V, so if it'll fit, it'll work. The catch is that the smaller batteris just won't last as long.

 

[Bananabandit]

I have a charge and play in both xbox 360 and xbox one controllers. Dont use batteries otherwise.

 

[eagleridge357]

Just stop working and retire, it instantly re-charges ALL your batteries

 

[MilesTeg]

Just stop working and retire, it instantly re-charges ALL your batteries

I'm in the age group that gets SS at 72 only 39 more years of work yay!

 

[Drinkthekoolaid]

What is a good/reasonable DC recharging station that will run off a USB cable on solar panels? Most I find are AC or for autos