Battery explosion with Fenix P1D

[digitor]

Re: Fenix P1D after battery explosion

I have been asked where I got the Panasonic CR123A's from.

I have No connection with this site.

http://stores.ebay.co.uk/HKAsiaMall

I bought 12 "Panasonics" from this store as well - I just checked them, and they are the "Elestric" fakes. I'm going to try for a refund!

Cheers

 

[koala]

Re: Fenix P1D after battery explosion

Hey digitor,

Did they come in card packaging(like the ones sold in supermarket) with the expiry printed on the card or in shrink wrap packaging? If you paid for using paypal you can file for a refund.

Vincent.

I bought 12 "Panasonics" from this store as well - I just checked them, and they are the "Elestric" fakes. I'm going to try for a refund!

Cheers

 

[fluke]

Re: Fenix P1D after battery explosion

I bought 12 "Panasonics" from this store as well - I just checked them, and they are the "Elestric" fakes. I'm going to try for a refund!

Cheers

Give it a go.

 

[digitor]

Re: Fenix P1D after battery explosion

Hey digitor,

Did they come in card packaging(like the ones sold in supermarket) with the expiry printed on the card or in shrink wrap packaging? If you paid for using paypal you can file for a refund.

Vincent.

They came in shrink wrap packaging, four to a pack. I've lodged an enquiry with Panasonic Aust. to confirm that they're fake, then I'll see how I go with the refund. I did use Paypal - unfortunately it was over twelve months ago I bought them - but there should be no time limits on counterfeit goods!

Cheers

 

[Art Vandelay]

Re: Fenix P1D after battery explosion

They came in shrink wrap packaging, four to a pack. I've lodged an enquiry with Panasonic Aust. to confirm that they're fake, then I'll see how I go with the refund. I did use Paypal - unfortunately it was over twelve months ago I bought them - but there should be no time limits on counterfeit goods!

Cheers

Even if what you say is totally right, it may be too late for you to get your money back from Paypal. It still may be worth it to report it because you may keep this from happening to others. Paypal can lock down an account with all the money still in it, and keep it locked until they decide things are legal. E-bay probably has it's hands full, but they would probably move a counterfeit product that can accidentally explode :poof::sick2: to the top of their list.

 

[digitor]

Art, I think you're right about getting the refund from PayPal, I'm probably too late - but I still intend to complain! I will try first with HKAsiaMall, if I can find out how to get in touch with them directly. I think always the supplier should be given the chance to rectify the problem first, before resorting to other avenues.

Cheers

 

[g36pilot]

Re: Fenix P1D after battery explosion

uh, where does one get an MSDS sheet? i bought mine rechargables online, and they dont have such sheets in hong kong? (i dont think)

Bushman5,

Take your pick:

Material Safety Data Sheets & Other Chemistry Data:

HF: HydroFluric Acid
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrofluoric_acid HF data
http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic804.htm HF data
http://www.bu.edu/es/labsafety/ESMSDSs/MSHydFluoricAcid.html#anchor888417 HF MSDS
http://www.gpbatteries.com.hk/pic/MSDS_PhotoLithum.pdf GP MSDS
http://www.septechnologies.biz/battery/products/manufactures/sanyo/spec_sheet/sanyo_lithium_msds.pdf Sanyo Li Battery MSDS Data
[FONT=Arial,Bold]http://www.seabird.com/pdf_documents/msds_sheets/Saft_3.6VLithiumAA.pdf[/FONT][FONT=Arial,Bold] MSDS/PSDS Li-SOCl[/FONT][FONT=Arial,Bold]2[/FONT]
http://www.gfschemicals.com/Search/MSDS/2534MSDS.PDF Li HexaFl
http://www.duracell.com/oem/safety/pdf/2003_5C.pdf Duracell MSDS
http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/pdf/msds_lg_liion.pdf LG18650 MSDS
http://www.batteryspace.com/prod-specs/MSDSLiion.pdfBatteryspace MSDS w/HF warning


g36pilot

 

[alnico357]

I've seen a Glock 22 melted from lithium batteries in the tactical light. It is amazing how much damage can be done.

 

[bertie123]

Re: Fenix P1D after battery explosion

I would stay away from these cheap batteries. You can get quality batteries from US at reasonable prices.
I got my energizers from fenix-store for $1.75/battery including shipping. Not the cheapest, but compared to EU prices (and the dollar is weak), it's pretty cheap.

How much did you pay for these chinese batteries?

Ooh damn, you guys are scaring me :eek: I've go a fenix PD30+ R2 and i've just ordered Titanium CR123a (not rechargable). Should these one be safe ? the where quit cheap (1 dollar each). And I know it can always happen with every brand, but should I buy other batteries next time or am i good with these ? :confused:

THANX IF ANYONE CAN HELP:thumbsup:

 

[CaseyS]

Even if they're good batteries, it's a good idea to test them before using to make make sure their starting voltage is closely matched.