Eneloop batteries
Jun 4, 2020 16:12:26 #
I searched the Hog for recent posts about Eneloop batteries and didn’t find any. Since this technology seems to change often I wanted to ask about your recent experience with these batteries.
I tried NiMH batteries back in the late 90’s/early 2000s and they were awful. They would self discharge so fast that you could not charge up your stock and expect them to have a useful charge a few weeks later. I had the PowerX batteries and a Maya MHC9000 charger.
My questions are as follows:
1. Are all NiMH batteries today created equal so long as the mah ratings are the same?
2. If no to question 1, which brands work the best.
2. Will my old maha MHC9000 work on the newer batteries or do I need to replace it? I see they still make the model, but I don’t know if it was upgraded since the newer technology came out.
I’m currently using Eveready
LIon batteries and would like to find something more wallet friendly. Your input will be greatly appreciated.
I tried NiMH batteries back in the late 90’s/early 2000s and they were awful. They would self discharge so fast that you could not charge up your stock and expect them to have a useful charge a few weeks later. I had the PowerX batteries and a Maya MHC9000 charger.
My questions are as follows:
1. Are all NiMH batteries today created equal so long as the mah ratings are the same?
2. If no to question 1, which brands work the best.
2. Will my old maha MHC9000 work on the newer batteries or do I need to replace it? I see they still make the model, but I don’t know if it was upgraded since the newer technology came out.
I’m currently using Eveready
LIon batteries and would like to find something more wallet friendly. Your input will be greatly appreciated.
Jun 4, 2020 16:17:33 #
Put this in Google:
Eneloop site:uglyhedgehog.com
People use crap for titles, which is what the UHH search looks through.
The above text will search through the body of posts, only at UHH.
Eneloop site:uglyhedgehog.com
People use crap for titles, which is what the UHH search looks through.
The above text will search through the body of posts, only at UHH.
Jun 4, 2020 16:21:24 #
Ordered a supply of Eneloop batteries about seven or eight years ago. Different sizes so I would have some for everything we owned. Have never had to buy a battery since. Never had one go bad or loose its charge in storage. I do open the container and top off the spares about once a year. Am totally satisfied.
Jun 4, 2020 16:24:45 #
Longshadow wrote:
Put this in Google:
Eneloop site:uglyhedgehog.com
People use crap for titles, which is what the UHH search looks through.
The above text will search through the body of posts, only at UHH.
Eneloop site:uglyhedgehog.com
People use crap for titles, which is what the UHH search looks through.
The above text will search through the body of posts, only at UHH.
Thanks for the reminder I had forgotten the search limitations.
Jun 4, 2020 16:42:27 #
Jun 4, 2020 17:02:15 #
quixdraw wrote:
Noticed not long ago, Costco had an assortment pack. Seemed like a good deal.
I looked at Costco because I remembered that as well. But they no longer have them for online ordering. I guess I’ll have to make a trip to the brick and mortar to be sure.
Jun 4, 2020 17:15:52 #
Joys of "Adventure" Shopping. They do a really good job, though. If you aren't into the Mask thing, you may want to wait a bit.
Jun 4, 2020 17:23:14 #
ejones0310 wrote:
I looked at Costco because I remembered that as well. But they no longer have them for online ordering. I guess I’ll have to make a trip to the brick and mortar to be sure.
I've read IKEA sells them for less under the LADDA brand name.
I haven't used those myself, but....
I used to maintain 12 camera kits for students to check out at the university where I worked.
Each had 2- four battery sets of Eneloops not to mention the batteries us two photographers used for assignments. That was easily in the neighborhood of 120 AA's to keep charged.
The negligible power loss from them sitting unused was never ever an issue.
I love 'em!
Jun 4, 2020 18:06:23 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
I've read IKEA sells them for less under the LADDA brand name.
I haven't used those myself, but....
I used to maintain 12 camera kits for students to check out at the university where I worked.
Each had 2- four battery sets of Eneloops not to mention the batteries us two photographers used for assignments. That was easily in the neighborhood of 120 AA's to keep charged.
The negligible power loss from them sitting unused was never ever an issue.
I love 'em!
I haven't used those myself, but....
I used to maintain 12 camera kits for students to check out at the university where I worked.
Each had 2- four battery sets of Eneloops not to mention the batteries us two photographers used for assignments. That was easily in the neighborhood of 120 AA's to keep charged.
The negligible power loss from them sitting unused was never ever an issue.
I love 'em!
We don’t have IKEA here and I understand that the Ladda batteries cannot be ordered online.
Jun 4, 2020 18:07:50 #
quixdraw wrote:
Joys of "Adventure" Shopping. They do a really good job, though. If you aren't into the Mask thing, you may want to wait a bit.
But they will give you a mask if you show up without one. I get my prescriptions at Costco and had to pick up a refill last week.
Jun 4, 2020 18:10:06 #
ejones0310 wrote:
But they will give you a mask if you show up without one. I get my prescriptions at Costco and had to pick up a refill last week.
I get mine mailed.
Jun 4, 2020 18:10:45 #
I’ve checked with Powerex tech support and they tell my my old C9000 charger will work fine on the new LSD batteries. So, I think I’m going to order some Powerex batteries and give it a go.
Thanks all for sharing your experiences. In my search for the truth on the new LSD batteries I have not seen one person say that the wouldn’t buy them again.
Thanks all for sharing your experiences. In my search for the truth on the new LSD batteries I have not seen one person say that the wouldn’t buy them again.
Jun 4, 2020 19:33:46 #
I use Eneloops for everything and have for years - never had a disappointment or a failure, and they are excellent! Look for a package deal that includes the charger and an assortment of the sizes you use.
Jun 5, 2020 00:25:47 #
tjw47
Loc: Michigan
Are you sure they were nimh and not nicad's...
Nicads usually self discharge within a month.
Nicads usually self discharge within a month.
Jun 5, 2020 06:02:54 #
I have dozens of eneloops, some over 10yrs old that still work fine and still hold 80% of their charge after being stored for a year! My Costco doesn't carry them anymore.
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