Looking for advice on a power source. I want to get a good throwy flashlight but wondering if I should stick to standard enloops (already have) or go 18650 Li-Ion (need to buy). In all honesty, I won't be using the light much and it may be months before I would even turn it on. Examples of what I may use it for would be checking the attic for leaks (it's a big attic and some areas I can see but can't get to), lighting 2nd story roof to check for animals etc. I already have a hobby charger from my nephew's RC days, so charging is not a problem.
I guess I need to know if it's ok to keep them fully charged for months on end?
Do they discharge? Most of the time the use is not planned so I need it operational at a moment's notice.
How often do they need to be replaced? It may be a waste if I use the light once a year and need to replace the Li-Ions every year.
I know a 18650 power source would results in a brighter light plus a lot of the lights that take it are pretty cool.:twothumbs
Any advice is deeply appreciated.
I guess I need to know if it's ok to keep them fully charged for months on end?
Do they discharge? Most of the time the use is not planned so I need it operational at a moment's notice.
How often do they need to be replaced? It may be a waste if I use the light once a year and need to replace the Li-Ions every year.
I know a 18650 power source would results in a brighter light plus a lot of the lights that take it are pretty cool.:twothumbs
Any advice is deeply appreciated.