cr123 carrier

[s0nic]

new to posting, but i've been lurking for a while...

if anyone out here uses an epi-pen, you'd know that they come in these little tubes nowadays. well since epi-pens expire every year, you get a little tube that can fit 4 cr123 cells fine, with a few millimeters to spare. since most people buy epi-pens in 2 packs, you'd get two battery carriers!:thumbsup:

just thought i could share this. I for one don't use rechargeables simply because i can't get my lights juiced in the woods.

 

[Cosmo7809]

Another great use for a somewhat everyday item. Thanks

 

[adamlau]

I have been meaning to pick of a few for a BOB. Which pens do you recommend?

 

[stitch_paradox]

I have been meaning to pick of a few for a BOB. Which pens do you recommend?

Can you buy them over the counter? I heard that they are prescribed?

 

[loszabo]

These are over the counter and you do not need a prescription:

http://www.diamondbacktactical.com/BattleLab-123A-Battery-Holder-Molle-or-Belt-P1581C230.aspx
(expandable; fits CR123 for sure!)

http://www.tadgear.com/x-treme gear/gear organizers main/tad_bc4.htm
(not sure if this one fits CR123 or only 123A...)

 

[Grox]

I have been meaning to pick of a few for a BOB. Which pens do you recommend?

In Australia at least, epi-pens are the tradename for an auto injector pen that delivers adrenaline (epinephrine) usually for use during anaphylaxis. They are prescription only medicines in Australia. I would be highly surprised if they were over the counter medications in the USA.

 

[Brigadier]

http://www.lighthound.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3313

http://www.lighthound.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1100

http://www.lighthound.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3449

 

[baterija]

In Australia at least, epi-pens are the tradename for an auto injector pen that delivers adrenaline (epinephrine) usually for use during anaphylaxis. They are prescription only medicines in Australia. I would be highly surprised if they were over the counter medications in the USA.

From the wikipedia EpiPen entry:
"In the UK and US, EpiPens are regulated medical devices and require a prescription. In Canada, EpiPens may be purchased without a prescription, but they are kept behind pharmacy counters."

A quick google search shows Canadadrugs.com that has prices online...61.47 US Dollars if you have a prescription, 120.00 USD over the counter. Not something you would buy just to get the tube. If you or someone close to you needs it to maybe save a life...well the tube is a nice bonus. Thanks sonic.

 

[Lee1959]

I believe in the U.S. they are prescription also. My wife uses and carries them, I have been using them for battery carriers and other things like coils of nylon string, and medicines in the BOB for years now, they work great. They have a nice secure screw lid.

 

[stitch_paradox]

I believe in the U.S. they are prescription also. My wife uses and carries them, I have been using them for battery carriers and other things like coils of nylon string, and medicines in the BOB for years now, they work great. They have a nice secure screw lid.

will you send me some?:nana:

 

[Timothybil]

If you are looking for cheap battery carriers for 123s, go to any Walmart, Kmart, CVS, etc. that has an in-house photo processing system. Ask if they have any empty APS cans you can look at. They are just the right size to hold two 123s side by side. Take a couple batts with you as some of the cans are smaller than others and won't fit. Ask them how much they want for them - they will usually give them to you free. They are just the right size for throwing into the glove box or a coat pocket.

 

[Mdinana]

haven't tried, but paintball tubes probably work. They're like 10 cents each. Probably fit 3-4 123's, maybe 2 AA's.

 

[adamlau]

Keep2go tubes work well.

 

[BirdofPrey]

Awhile back someone posted a link to buy a single CR123 carrier that hung around the neck. It was just held in a half tube that tension held in place. You could just reach up, grab the end of the battery, and pull down to get it out of the carrier. Can't find it now.

I personally use a Walgreens pill carrier with plasti-dip at the top and bottom to keep the battery from grounding out.

 

[mightysparrow]

For a single CR/RCR123 carrier, I use a watertight plastic pill fob I found in the gift shop at Mayo Clinic. They have an online Web store, I believe. Similar fobs are sold at other places on the net. The good thing about this one is the price.

For multiple CR/RCR123's, I use plastic battery carrier tubes I've found on the net (two batteries plus padding), and the plastic tubes with screw-on caps I found at countycomm.com (two batteries plus padding) and a AAA battery carrier I found at The Container Store (four 123's fit sideways), and also a Surefire CR123 carrier (six batteries).