Test/review of Eneloop pro AAA BK-4HCDE 930mAh (Black)

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[size=+3]Eneloop pro AAA BK-4HCDE 930mAh (Black)[/size]
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Official specifications:
  • Voltage: 1.2V
  • Chemistry NiMH
  • Minimum capacity: 930mAh
  • Low self discharge: 85% after one year
  • Cycle life: 500 cycles.

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Maximum temperature raise at different discharge currents: 1A:+2,3°C, 2A:+5,4°C, 3A:+8,7°C, 5A:+13,1°C
A newer generation eneloop high capacity AAA cell.



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The discharge curves look standard for NiMH and are fairly well matched.

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[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

This generation has slightly more capacity than the 4HCC type, but the difference is minor.
It is a good NiMH cell, but usually the PRO versions of eneloop has shorter lifetime than the regular version.


[size=+3]Notes and links[/size]

How is the test done and how to read the charts
Compare to other AA/AAA batteries: Alkaline/NiMH/Lithium
 
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