Fenix P1 with rechargeables

CARNAL1 · Sep 11, 2006

I tried the search but it didn't work. Here goes.

Does anyone use rechargeables with their P1? If so, what voltage do you use. 3.0, 3.6, 3.7. Also, are they protected cells. I'm trying to switch all of my lights to rechargeables, and I thought that with the flat regulation of the P1, it would be a perfect candidate for it. Any help or information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, guys and gals.

TigerhawkT3 · Sep 11, 2006

The 3V RCR123A cells will be just about the same as primaries. The 3.7V cells will be much brighter and hotter, but unregulated. You'll get a shorter runtime with both.

Martini · Sep 11, 2006

3v RCRs require a special charger; you'll usually find the batteries and the charger bundled. E.G., Battery Junction.

Real-life capacity is still probably only around 800mAh for the best RCRs, compared to 1500mAh for primaries. So consider carrying a spare. Overall, I think it's worthwhile to use RCRs.

Blazer · Sep 11, 2006

I use RCR123A's 3.7V Protected from Lighthound http://www.lighthound.com/sales/rcr123_protected_rechargeable_battery_kit.htm and they work great. I do carry a spare but it's a primary and only for emergency purposes. Otherwise I just switch out the rechargeable with a freshly charged one.

BBL · Sep 11, 2006

Anyone measured current of a rcr123 in the P1?

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