OK! Test started at 7:00 am for AA RedCell batteries in Opalec - timed only - constant on - time before "red LED warning light" comes on in the module indicating insufficient voltage/mA to maintain constant brightness. Got the little bugger sitting on top of my monitor right now.
Anticipated finish (if cells are of good quality) between 2-4pm (7-9 hours runtime). I'll get back to everyone around then, or sooner if they drop off earlier!
Possible problems: Using the Opalec is not exactly a "high drain" application since it drains the batteries over around 8-10 hours. Results MAY not indicate servicablility of the cells in high drain devices like LI, Ill Pill, Surge, Tec40, etc., but it should give a decent idea of the usability of the cells anyway. Separate runtime test should be done vs other batteries using light meter in a higher drain light. This will need to be done by someone else since I don't have a timed camera or the opportunity to stare at a lightmeter all day...
11:00 - 4 hours and still going strong...
2:00 - over 7 hours now - still going....