Just a heads up to those interested: all IKEA's rechargeable NiMH batteries are actually Japan-produced Eneloops. So, if you cannot find Eneloops, but there's an IKEA available...
Please don't put rechargeables in remote controls, even for demonstration. It's just silly to give people such ideas. Why? In a remote control, even with LSD cells, self discharge is going to be higher than actual power draw. Why is that relevant? Because with that kind of usage, you're looking at a handful of cycles before either you or the cells kick the bucket, making it a complete waste of money and resources. "But they don't leak like Alkalines!" you might retort. Well, they're not the right ones either. For this application, the good old zinc carbon cell is still the best choice. Dirt cheap, longest lasting, simple chemistry with abundant supply and not prone to leaking either - which is why it's always this kind of battery that is included with remotes (and most other low power draw devices).
Actually, as much power as possible and as eco friendly as possible are not that different. If your batteries last longer, you need less of them. And I don’t think they they will stop the eneloop line of rechargeables. This is such a recognisable brand name and everyone compares to them.
That’s a fair observation. To be clear I guess I meant that we often see max power but without the focus on sustainability - though I may be wrong. This still feels good to me.
Lot of good information in there - wasn't at all aware so much is involved in the battery market! Thanks for the review - keep up the good work.
Just a heads up to those interested: all IKEA's rechargeable NiMH batteries are actually Japan-produced Eneloops. So, if you cannot find Eneloops, but there's an IKEA available...
This is fascinating information, thanks for sharing!
Please don't put rechargeables in remote controls, even for demonstration. It's just silly to give people such ideas. Why? In a remote control, even with LSD cells, self discharge is going to be higher than actual power draw. Why is that relevant? Because with that kind of usage, you're looking at a handful of cycles before either you or the cells kick the bucket, making it a complete waste of money and resources. "But they don't leak like Alkalines!" you might retort. Well, they're not the right ones either. For this application, the good old zinc carbon cell is still the best choice. Dirt cheap, longest lasting, simple chemistry with abundant supply and not prone to leaking either - which is why it's always this kind of battery that is included with remotes (and most other low power draw devices).
I’ve honestly used them for years. Probably swap / charge them every 6 months or so - but interesting re zinc carbon batteries - will look into that
Actually, as much power as possible and as eco friendly as possible are not that different. If your batteries last longer, you need less of them. And I don’t think they they will stop the eneloop line of rechargeables. This is such a recognisable brand name and everyone compares to them.
That’s a fair observation. To be clear I guess I meant that we often see max power but without the focus on sustainability - though I may be wrong. This still feels good to me.
Nice to see a more sustainable single use battery