Fenix LD15 14505 capable?????

MarNav1

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Hello all. Was considering a purchase of this light and would like to try the 3v AA size cells with it. Did a search but was unable to find a definate answer on using these cells. Has anyone tried this combo out? :naughty:
 

Zeruel

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Been using mine with a 3.7v li-ion since day one. Be prepared for :eek:, but try not to blast it at the high mode for too long.
 

davecroft

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Just checked my LD15's instructions - 'Avoid the use of rechargeable Li-ion battery or damage will be caused to the light circuit.'

So I think it is the usual story in that although the light might work with Li-ion it will invalidate the warranty.

BTW it is a nice little light, well made and pretty bright for its size on normal AA.
 

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Might be because your 14505 doesn't have a button top?

It's got a button top. It's just shorter than Eneloops and 14500s.

edit; I tried a 1mm magnet, no good, 2mm worked.
 
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Interesting. Any guesstimate on the output? Not sure I want to try it with mine, but we'll see...
 

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I can't speak for the accuracy of my lightbox, I think it's coated inside with cigarette smoke. :) Here are some numbers to compare to. NiMH 538, NiZn 556, and the 14505 585, not much difference.
 

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Thanks for the readings Nake. Sounds like the reduced lifetime might not be really worth the risk...
 

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