Best rechargable batts for my new L1D?

Delta · Feb 7, 2007

Hey, I lurk around here a bit and had to ask the masters a question: I have an L1D headed to me in the mail. What is the best reccomended NiMH cell to use in terms of power/brightness? Wan't to pick up a set before it arrives.

Thanks!

Badbeams3 · Feb 7, 2007

Walmart has the new Rayovac "hybrid"...similar to the Envollops (spelling breakdown) in that they hold therir charge longer when not in use. I`ve had no problems with mine so far...about $9.00...and since thier new on the market you won`t be getting old stock.

Ken

Bomo · Feb 7, 2007

+1 for the Rayovac hybrids.

I have been using them in my digital cameras as well. They don't have quite the capacity of a NiMH but the fact that they hold a charge much longer more than makes up for it.

Bomo · Feb 7, 2007

One more thing - if you need to buy a charger, it would be best to invest in one that charges the cells individually. The chargers that you find typically in stores charge them in pairs.

Delta · Feb 7, 2007

How about all the different power levels they seem to offer? Go for the highest number?

Edro · Feb 7, 2007

Delta said:
How about all the different power levels they seem to offer? Go for the highest number?

If you are planning on regularly using the light (i.e. everyday) then go for 2 sets of a high power level batts (2500+), as you will get great capacity and can exchange them with a freshly charged pair every week or sooner without down time. Otherwise, if you plan on using it infrequently then I'd agree with Bomo and Badbeams and go with a hybrid like the Sanyo Eneloop. These type can hold a charge for a long time and be recharged.
Another hybrid is the Titanium Power Enduro.
Have fun.

hsjrev · Feb 7, 2007

Amondo tech has some nice chargers than can charge 1 to 4 batteries and switch off automatically when they reach full charge. This one works with AAA, AA, C, D, or 9V.

http://www.amondotech.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=277

greenstuffs · Feb 7, 2007

Bomo said:
One more thing - if you need to buy a charger, it would be best to invest in one that charges the cells individually. The chargers that you find typically in stores charge them in pairs.

Can u please or anyone explain why is it better to have a single charger? Isn't it much better to have a universal charger for most of the batteries you have?

Badbeams3 · Feb 7, 2007

I think whats meant is to buy a charger that has a switch to allow you to charge just one batt at a time. I have many lights that run on one AAA or AA cell. The discharge level of any one batt is differant from others...so being able to charge one at a time is desirable.

Ken

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