I try not to buy alkaline batteries, Is this compatible with rechargeables?
1433060
Mac, I have not had any problem with rechargeable. The tool is very handy around the house.
1433061
yes i have 4 camelion ni-mh battarys with 1.2v and 2100 mAh and iy works well with this battarys
75820
In my experience recharging NI-Mh in place of alkaline batteries is the way to go.
187651
The one I bought was for AA batteries only; non-rechargeable. You would have to get the correct battery carrier and batteries in order to plug into a compatible charger that you already have.
1855438
no, because in order to check a non rechargeable battery you have to charge that battery first. And you cannot charge alkaline batteries.
1394
It takes AA batteries and I don't think that you can use rechargeable but I'm not sure. Our batteries have lasted a long time so I don't think you will have a problem.
1557636
No, you can purchase a rechargeable 6volt or 4c batteries! I've had mine for a while a 6volt battery and so far so good
646288
You can use any brand of rechargeable batteries, otherwise if you use it much you will be wasting a lot of money on throw away batteries.
1388640
I do not use rechargeable batteries, I use the regular alkaline type and get my 4-6 hours that I need out of them each time. I replace the batteries on the next gig in order to assure no surprises midway.
1082225
No way, even if the D cell you are comparing it to is really just a sub-C cell in a D body. A true D-cell rechargeable has about 5 times the energy storage of a AA of the same technology. And forget about trying to use a AA alkaline to replace a D. Even the voltage difference is practically moot. Take a typical old flashlight, for instance. After a short while, the alkaline drops below 1.2v under load, while the NiMH maintains its voltage until it's nearly empty, meaning (for many applications) the rechargeable far outperforms the alkaline. And that's just on one charge.
1082228
Rechargeable batteries are usually 1.2v, while alkaline are 1.5v. AA batteries hold a lower amount of energy reserves depending on what you buy (anywhere from 750 mAh to 2000 mAh). Alkaline D batteries hold a lot more, depending on the brand (up to 17,000 mAh that I have seen). The spacers would be less useful, or maybe even useless, for high energy usage, but work quite well with low energy use. I have a set so that I can use them in my lanterns during power outages, since I have a lot of AA rechargeable batteries for TV/AV remotes etc.. I don't want the bulk of lots of extra D cells.
846450
It will recharge rechargeable batteries, including the batteries that come with the charger. I would not expect it to recharge alkaline batteries.
306086
Per the listed info and the charger label customer photo, NO. This is a NiMH and NiCad charger which can also partially revive alkaline batteries which I have almost given up using due to their well known leakage issues and lousy high current capability. Use alkalines in a $100+ high power flashlight, NO WAY! Unless a charger specifically Lists the ability to charge Lithium Ion batteries then it will not do so. Their high voltages and wide ranging chemistries mean that only a few specific chargers can even handle all commonly available versions of Lithium Ion cells. The XTAR VP2 charger can handle almost all Lithium Ion chemistries and voltages but is not NiMH & NiCad compatible. Per the listed info and the charger label customer photo, NO. This is a NiMH and NiCad charger which can also partially revive alkaline batteries which I have almost given up using due to their well known leakage issues and lousy high current capability. Use alkalines in a $100+ high power flashlight, NO WAY! Unless a charger specifically Lists the ability to charge Lithium Ion batteries then it will not do so. Their high voltages and wide ranging chemistries mean that only a few specific chargers can even handle all commonly available versions of Lithium Ion cells. The XTAR VP2 charger can... » Read More Per the listed info and the charger label customer photo, NO. This is a NiMH and NiCad charger which can also partially revive alkaline batteries which I have almost given up using due to their well known leakage issues and lousy high current capability. Use alkalines in a $100+ high power flashlight, NO WAY! Unless a charger specifically Lists the ability to charge Lithium Ion batteries then it will not do so. Their high voltages and wide ranging chemistries mean that only a few specific chargers can even handle all commonly available versions of Lithium Ion cells. The XTAR VP2 charger can handle almost all Lithium Ion chemistries and voltages but is not NiMH & NiCad compatible. « Show Less
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I don't think rechargeable batteries are recommended for use in this unit. I buy the big pack of alkaline AA batteries at Sams or Costco to reduce cost and save spent batteries to be taken for recycling during our haz waste day. Great little unit for the $$
2151914
I've used only alkaline batteries in them. But you can use any type of AA batteries. I like them a lot.
1162744
NO. Only use AA batteries. Do not use rechargeable because they do not hold on the right charge for long. I did install a female power jack. This wayI could use an adjustable volt, 1.5v to 12v, DC wall power supply. I hope this helps. Have fun with it. RobS...
1519423
No alkaline can not be used , as for the 26650 rechargeable batteries it takes 2 or three with the extended piece which only extends time of usage .although when used on the highest output it will only last for about 45 minutes before it shuts off to not over heat the circuit then you must let it cool down and then it will work .
1162743
NO. Only use AA batteries. Do not use rechargeable because they do not hold on the right charge for long. I did install a female power jack. This way I could use an adjustable volt, 1.5v to 12v, DC wall power supply. I hope this helps. Have fun with it. RobS...