cr123 + charger

[Mudd Magnet]

Hey fellas I have a few questions abought rechargable batteries and the cr123 size and charger in particular. I plan on purchasing the d-mini light next week and I was wondering if it would be more cost effective to run rechargables in it vs standard batteries. I am in canada so I don't have a cheap source for these batteries. I was wondering if you guy's could point me in the right direction of a decent charger with 4-6 batteries included for around 30$. I don't mind if somewon has a used setup they would like to sell or if it is new. I am new to rechargebles so If you guy's have any good reads or pointers for me that would be muchly apreaciated thanks

 

[R...]

You could check AW's threads in the dealers corner. I've bought a charger and some LiFePO4 batteries from his "new r123 with safe chemistry" thread. I like them.

 

[bluewater]

AW's stuff is the way to go. Bought the Ultrafire charger and a couple of his "new" protected 123's a couple weeks ago to run in a PIDce. Great combination. Canadian customs didn't touch it at the border. Was here in less than a week

http://candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=140362

 

[Mudd Magnet]

thanks for the links I'll take a look at what AW offers,
Do you guy's have some good reads abought caring for rechargebles and do's and don'ts I am a newb the only thing I have that is recharchable is my drill although I have yet to kill the batteries I am surprised lol thanks

 

[Newuser01]

thanks for the links I'll take a look at what AW offers,
Do you guy's have some good reads abought caring for rechargeable and do's and don'ts I am a newb the only thing I have that is rechargeable is my drill although I have yet to kill the batteries I am surprised lol thanks

Here is what I posted in another thread. But I claim "NOT AN EXPERT!" You should check out the stickie regarding all of the rechargeable batteries and pro and con and stuff. I belive D-mini is single cell light and it accepts 3.7 V RCR (4.2 V FOC)? if so you can use either protected or not RCR123s.
Here is what I said.

Tell you what I know.


Never keep batteries in camera when not in use.
Never have loose battery in the camera bag. (always individually wrap them in small plastic bags.)
Never use 3.7V Li-IO rechargeable.
Never mix used/used , used/new batteries.
Okay to use any brand CR123's but always remove batteries from cameras when not in use.
Carry spares in original packages or in separate zip loc bags.
Always carry a DMM with me to check for cells V (quick check for equal V before loading).
Always mark your pair of batteries with the date of open. You will always mix them up and that will be the end of your camera or worse.
AGAIN: Never keep batteries in camera when not in use.

If you use 3.0 V Li-ion, there are more thing you need to be aware of. I would suggest you read up on this forum for that subject.

You can enjoy your photo hobby, with few precautions.
Regards.

<edit> Remember! Even new (just bought) pair of cells may not match. Test to be sure.

Take this with a grain of salt as I'm also new to RCR123's.
I use 4.2V RCR (3.7V) in my P1D. Loses the levels but free lumens. I run it until I can see different levels and I recharge it since battery at that point is almost 3.0 v and it will only give me 10 mins more run time before I over discharge the cell and kills it. You have to be very very careful if you will be using them in a multi cell application.
Most cells will take over discharge below 2.5V but I would not. If you see your light a bit dimming, its time to recharge it.
Enjoy your new light and free lumens!