What kind of batteries do these lights use? AAA? If someone who owns this product could let me know what batteries these lights use, I would appreciate it. I like the idea of these, but would like to know whether I am going to have to shell out extra cash for batteries I wouldn't use for any other device... Thank you! What kind of batteries do these lights use? AAA? If someone who owns this product could let me know what batteries these lights use, I would appreciate it. I like the idea of these, but would like... » Read More What kind of batteries do these lights use? AAA? If someone who owns this product could let me know what batteries these lights use, I would appreciate it. I like the idea of these, but would like to know whether I am going to have to shell out extra cash for batteries I wouldn't use for any other device... Thank you! « Show Less
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It's kind of stupid that the product description doesn't say what kind of batteries. I had the exact same question when I was looking at this page. The manufacturer's website says CR2032, 1 each for the two lights, and battery lasts upto 100 hours. Manufacturer's website also says batteries are included, don't know if that is true with this amazon vendor though.
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I use generic, dollar store batteries. With one AA battery, stays really bright for about 40-50 minutes. After that, the light grows dimmer over the next hour of use. I haven't had any problems with this flashlight.
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I agree with Paul Moll, I bought the 18650 Batteries thru amazon and they are better than the AAA batteries. Idk how this worked but, when I used the AAA batteries I only had one mode, but when I used the 18650 battery all modes were accessable.
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Dear Ken,Sorry to be so long in getting back with you. I just talked with my husband, however, and he said yes, you can buy spare batteries and the type you need is listed on the box. We have not bought any, however, at this point in time. The lights work really well. Again, I live in Arizona so they get lots of sunlight. Linda
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It's been my experience (owning two of these units) that the transmitter goes through batteries very fast. I can't figure out why. However, it can be the age of the batteries. Having cracked open a new box of AAAs recently, I find that their life is much longer than that of the previous. Perhaps therefore it's the batteries, not the transmitter. (But you're right: it *does* need juice.) I still think they're the best thing since nylon stockings. Can't find anything remotely like them for this price, anywhere.
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What lights? I don't think there are any lights anywhere on these, at least not on mine. They are not plug in and there are no batteries. I suspect what you think is a light, isn't
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I use AAA rechargeable batteries. Use the flashlight numerous times every day. Don't have any idea how much actual on time tho. I normally charge the battery's once a week. Great light for my frequent use.
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my lights are used on nightstand and in vehicle emergency kit. I use rechargeable batteries, and have spares charged and available. Sporadic use lasts for months... the light utilized on nightstand has had one battery change in several months, the one in vehicle has had very little use, no battery change yet. I have not used the light on a daily, or an extended use period yet.... so long answer short, seems to be normal for a light of this type.
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David, they take 3 AAA batteries. They are a little hard to replace in that you must unscrew 3 screws on the back of the unit. But I use mine in an outside shed that has no light. They work very well.
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Wow...I never looked. I would guess they are AAA, but could be one of those quarter size round batteries. I rarely use the remote though. I just set it and let it go.
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I have not had to use them as of yet. If you are using them as lights in a dark area or tent - you should probably have spare batteries around.
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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.
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I guess Amazon has the batteries for this device. I just know I can't buy them just everywhere. I don't know why they didn't use a AAA battery. I think they are thin enough but well...they are the designers. I don't live in the U.S. so maybe that's why I can't get a hold of this model of battery so easily.
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I was wanting to buy 3 of these units, for daughter, S.O. and mom, but I know some of them you can't use on a drained battery (say you leave your lights on in a parking lot for hours) and that's more what I'm looking for. Nothing like coming out to a dark, deserted lot and your car won't start even when you have AAA you have to wait...all alone ::shiver:: I guess I'll also wait and see if more feedback might come in. At the worst I can always go to a "store" and buy it :(
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I only use regular batteries, I honestly do not know about that, sorry. I guess we'll have to do some research.
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With all due respect, if you do not know what a 18650 battery is, you should probably look for another flashlight that uses AA or AAA. There are a lot of possible dangers associated with this type of battery if you do not fully understand it. There is a 4 dollar flashlight on Amazon similar to this that uses a single AA battery (search for "cree flashlight" - FordEx Group is a popular one).
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There are certain Cree flashlights & other Cree lights that use that type of battery. U just have to search which ones. Hope this helps you.