Can I put any brand of rechargeable batteries in this Sony Cycle Energy charger?
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Based on my experience charging the Sony "CycleEnergy" included with the charger, La Crosse "Tech", Eneloop, and a gaggle of very old Energizer Ni-MH batteries, the short answer is yes. Note however, in the operating instructions "Warnings" section, Sony states, "Use only Sony AA or AAA size Ni-MN rechargeable batteries." In the "Instructions" section Sony states, "Do not mix batteries of different capacity, type, or brand. Do not use batteries which are charged at different times. Always keep rechargeable batteries together as a set. Replace as a whole set. Do not mix old batteries with new ones." Perhaps I am cynical but I generally disregard "use only" brand statements, which I believe are strictly a marketing tactic. Coincidentally, regardless of what Sony states, I have, as far as I am able to tell, successfully simultaneously charged different battery brands and capacities in the Sony charger. That is not to say that there is not a legitimate issue that dictates not doing so; rather, I cannot comprehend what the issue could be. Bottom line: yes, the Sony charger will charge any brand of Ni-MH battery. Regarding mixing brands or capacities, I have not noticed any issues doing so. Ed
1555805
Edward Shimkus' answer is right on target. I have yet to even charge the supplied Sony Ni-MH batteries included with the charger. However, I have recharged a number of times some old Duracell (2650mAh-not high capacity version) Ni-MH batteries with excellent results, including using the "refresh" function provided by the device. I'm very satisfied with this device and feel it is well worth the price.
1555806
i bet u can. however, the chargers are definitely optimized for the best use with the recommended batteries
1555807
You can use any brand of NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) rechargeable batteries with the Sony Cycle Charger, however, I've found that the charger doesn't like high-capacity Duracells. There may be other specific brands/capacities the charger doesn't like.
1555808
Yes, as long as the batteries are AA or AAA NickelMetalHydride (NiMH).Do not put there NiCd, LiIon, Alkalines, or any other type of battery, just NiMH
1555809
yes you can,I bought some solar lights that had very low voltage batteries and it charged them just fine.
2100876
All chargers will work with this brand of battery. These are the best ones I've purchased out of all others and mine are holding up great. I just charged my 9 volts after almost a year for my smoke alarms and I might add they held up better than any off the shelf ones.
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No. I'm not sure what kind of rechargeable batteries you have, but I have tried this before with the energizer rechargeable batteries and it doesn't work because you can only charge them with the charger case thing that comes with the batteries. I'm guessing this can be applied to all rechargeable batteries. For some reason the usb charger won't recognize the batteries, and if they do charge it is a lie! Maybe this didn't work for just me, byt it's better if you just buy the battery pack. Much longer battery life.
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I don't know, but I use the Maha charger to recharge these batteries. You could contact Radio Shack and ask them regarding their charger.
1148717
Purchase standard rechargeable batteries (AA or AAA type as needed) with a wall charger
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I do not have those specific batteries. .. But I do not see why not. Have charged batteries for the following: Sony rx100 Canon s 100 Canon 70 Panasonic gf1 Panasonic l x1 Samsung note 3 Sanyo xacti So. ..i really do not expect a challenge. I am on to buying my third unit. My friend was so impressed that he refused to return it Cheers
1296262
Yes! We got our batteries from XTARUSA.COM along with the related charger. The batteries are 3400mAh and work fantastic.
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any battery that fits the charger, like my non-lithium ones will charge too...
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You can charge any rechargeable alkaline or NiMH batteries; not just the iGogreen one
917189
I suggest you check the SONY website or Amazon.com, usually they list compatible batteries as accessories for the unit. Sorry, I can't be more help in this instance. JZ
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I think they would probably work in the regular Energizer charger, but I haven't risked it. I got rid of the fast energizer charger because it seems to damage the batteries--15 mins. is TOO fast.
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I used my charger (marked LCH-BN1) with the Wasabi batteries marked BTR-BN1-JWP in Italy and all worked well. Simply slide the gold end of the battery onto the two silver posts. I also used it with a Sony battery. Worked great.
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If your battery is the identical model, or your camera the models that are listed, then you should be able to charge us on the original Sony charger.
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Yes. The charger (BQ-CC17) is very forgiving and will recharge even old NiMH cells with lower capacity or higher internal resistance. The brand of the battery does not matter, as long as it is either NiMH or NiCd type.
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I have used several chargers and they have all worked with these batteries. You should not have to purchase a specific one.
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Yes, just be very careful that you put them in correctly. Otherwise, any remaining charge in the battery will melt the charger.
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I don't know anything about different brands. All I can tell you is that the battery case can be opened and holds two smaller batteries. As long as they're the same size/type of batteries, it should work. Sorry I'm not more helpful.