Does anyone use Lithium batteries, and if so, do they last longer - for closet use.
1502014
Sorry, I'm using alkaline batteries, and they're doing fine for me. I put them under my kitchen cabinets, so I don't always need them, but I know I made the right choice with these lights.
1502015
I am not sure about Lithium batteries however, for my use I have found that the Duracell brand outlast the Energizer brand
1502016
Sorry, we just use regular Costco batteries. They seem to last fine. We are currently without power due to hurricane Iselle here in Hawaii & these have been our "go to" lights. We love them.
54918
02/11/2014 - I use Eveready, AA Lithium batteries with mine. These are the silver colored batteries. Regular AA batteries will drain in a matter of a day of normal use. Lithium retains the 1.5 VDC to the very end, then just die. Regular AA batteries will slowly lose power, dropping to a lower voltage and eventually will not power the camera correctly. Lithium will last you a long time, of course depending upon your usage. I would seriously say to have new, fresh Lithium's in the camera, if you are going to a function or event where you plan to shoot a lot of pictures, and have at least an additional 4 pack of Lithium's in your camera bag or your pocket. You may or may not need them, but it is better to have them and not need them, than to need them and not have them.
2170394
Yes. They last a few years depending on location.Hot or very cold attic they may not last as long. I think it's printed on the battery as a good until date. I change all of mine at the same date which I write on each battery so I know when they went in service.
736419
These are not lithium batteries, they're Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH). In my opinion, NiMH is a superior chemistry over the original (OEM) Nickel Cadmium cells for both capacity and run-time. Lithium has a much better storage life than either, but they also sell at a premium price which I can't justify. So the choice is yours, you can try to find someone that will sell a lithium chemistry in this style of battery pack for 2x the price, but I don't remember having ever seen one... Good luck, Gordon
1195538
Hi, I think our battery lasted almost 18 months with reasonable morning and evening usage - it is the only "light switch" for that room. The battery is a 12V MN21/A23. I just replaced it at "Batteries+Bulbs" which I think used to be called "Batteries Plus". There are several available on Amazon.com including: http://www.amazon.com/Duracell-Security-21-Count-Pack/dp/B00005T3E3/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1400428723&sr=1-3&keywords=12v+mn21+a23 I know you asked your question a year ago, so I hope someone else finds this helpful too!
1090817
We have about twenty of these at my work, and we only use Energizer Lithium AA's. No worry about a charger or running our of power; just carry one set of spare batteries. The lithiums last a long time too and have a 10 year shelf life. Most small cameras use rechargable batteries to get a smaller, rectangular size.
1059594
I really don't know but I have been very happy with them, using them in my electric lawn mower. I wonder if they make the same battery's in lithium so they would last a bit longer?
1738831
I use Sanyo rechargeable batteries that are superior to all others so last longer. Deoends on your batteries.
2067481
All I have ever used are lithium batteries. I have had the same lithium batteries for more than five years and no issues.
999706
I have found that using the newest Duracell re-chargeables last about 8 hours. The lithium ions might last longer, but the cost is high. Alkaines may last 4 to 6 hours. Good luck!
1423808
I would say yes I use thesis batteries in all my light that use CR123A batteries like Surefire,Streamlight, The only thing I will warn you about is when the batteries power is getting low it has be my experience that the light will just shut off and not dim out scared the hell out of me the first time it happen but out side of that I like them and only use these batteries way cheaper then buying two new ones every time they die.
1846372
Hello Robert, I'm not sure about these li-ion batteries they are relatively new. However, since they are used extensively by e-car manufacturers, who sell to customers in all climates, I'd say they are okay to leave in your garage during the cold months. Another thought would be to just bring them in the house since they are so small (?) Good question tho, most of us have probably not thought of this.
171541
I am using energizer "ultimate lithium" batteries now. They are expensive, but no harmful effects noted yet.
1514819
a photo shop expert told me just this weekend, that the alkaline batteries fade fast, and some of them have less power if they have been on the hook or shelf for a while. One step up is to buy the lithium batteries, but that would probably be more expensive in the long run that buying rechargable batteries (which is the best option).
2259688
I use them in my mod, they are the longest lasting batteries I own. just make sure your mod excepts 18650's.
356854
Wel we don't run the lights all the time so I only know that I have only changed the batteries once so far. We run them when we have guests over. It appears that they last pretty long though.
1771574
I think a dark closet would be a great use for them. We use them outside by the driveway and back yard. Only irritation is when the batteries get low.