Can I mix these with Eneloop batteries? If so, do they have to be in pairs or could I use 1 Eneloop with 3 Amazon Basics or vice versa?
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A Nickel-Metal Hydride cell (NiMH) is a specific type of rechargeable cell. The specification describes its' physical and chemical properties. The AA size cell is the same physical size in any type or brand. Chemically, a NiMH cell contains the same chemical makeup although different cells could be physically different inside. Different brands of AA NiMH cells can be used together. However, I would hesitate to intermix those with different mAH (milli Ampere Hour) ratings due to the difference in discharge rates and recharging rates. If all the AA cells have the same Specs. (That is, New, NiMH, 1800 mah, for example) they should perform as expected. (Be aware that the Specs. on some cells are overstated.) Don't mix new ones with old ones. Don't mix NiMH with NiCD (Nickel -Cadmium), alkaline cells or any other type. Also, you didn't ask but don't mix different size cells of any type whether series or parallel connected. When it's "all said and done", there IS a difference in brands. Some are just better than others - probably due to greater care in the purity of chemicals and manufacturing. All these things considered, I believe you can safely use Eneloop NiMH AA's with Amazon Basics NiMH AA's of the same mah rating without any problem. I wouldn't hesitate. I hope this is helpful.
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Long as you don't plan on using the batteries until they are near death. In any case with high drain devices it's best to get a pack of batteries as they most likely were done in the same batch so there will be little differences between voltage and capacity, though even then i have noticed a profound difference in voltages in a battery pack. Otherwise mixing battery brands are not bad so as long as you are not planning to use them until near death or can monitor every individual battery to prevent over-discharging and cell reversal.
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I have lacrosse AA rechargable batteries and Eneloop batteries, both with higher capacities (I think 2500mH). I tried to use both and was unable too because the rechargable batteries are just barely too big. I did successfully shove one in, had a horrible time getting it back out and did not try again. I would guess that there are brands and/or possibly lower capacity rechargable so that are just a tad smaller than mine that do fit. This is why you are seeing different opinions.
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It's not recommended as the charge and discharge rates are different for the two batteries. It's best to use two batteries of the same capacity.
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Sorry for the lateness of the reply.,But in answer to your question... Yes you can use two batteries at the same time...Hope this helps good luck...
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No. Batteries have to be in sets of two, so you would need another battery to bring total to four. Or do two until charged, take one out and put in the uncharged one leaving in one charged battery. I know its a hassle, but Amazon Basic charger works the same way.
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Quite possible, although I note that the mAH of the Amazon Basics is a little less than the current generation of Eneloops.
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Absolutely. The AmazonBasic (white) pre-charged NiMH cells are identical to the Sanyo eneloop cells electrically, so the charger won't know the difference. In fact, you can use any good-quality 'smart' charger designed for NiMH cells to recharge any brands of NiMH cells. Battery manufacturers always tell you to use only their own brand of charger - for obvious reason. One inexpensive but Smart charger I often recommend is the Sony Cycle Energy BCG34HLD. It can recharge each cell individually, which is much better than the Sanyo MQN06 charger and AmazonBasics NiMH Charger
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The Sanyo "low leakage" Eneloops will work in this charger, but a lower current unit (around 200 or 250 mA) will result in a longer total life (more charge/discharge cycles). This Sony does heat up the batteries which will reduce their ultimate life. I have (12) AA Eneloops that I use in Canon 580EX flash heads (very high high peak discharge current) and they seem to be holding up much better than other brands using the LaCrosse BC-900 charger set to 200mA. The Sanyo capacity when new was around 2100 mAH, but has not dropped off as other (higher initial capacity) batteries (LaCrosse and Eveready) have with heavy use. The Sanyo "low leakage" Eneloops will work in this charger, but a lower current unit (around 200 or 250 mA) will result in a longer total life (more charge/discharge cycles). This Sony does heat up the batteries which will reduce their ultimate life. I have (12) AA Eneloops that I use in Canon 580EX flash heads (very high high peak discharge current) and they seem to be holding up much better than other brands using the LaCrosse BC-900 charger set to 200mA. The Sanyo capacity when new was around 2100 mAH, but has not dropped off as other (higher initial capacity) batteries... » Read More The Sanyo "low leakage" Eneloops will work in this charger, but a lower current unit (around 200 or 250 mA) will result in a longer total life (more charge/discharge cycles). This Sony does heat up the batteries which will reduce their ultimate life. I have (12) AA Eneloops that I use in Canon 580EX flash heads (very high high peak discharge current) and they seem to be holding up much better than other brands using the LaCrosse BC-900 charger set to 200mA. The Sanyo capacity when new was around 2100 mAH, but has not dropped off as other (higher initial capacity) batteries (LaCrosse and Eveready) have with heavy use. « Show Less
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Recommendations for eneloops and any rechargeable batteries. 1. Buy a good charger. 2. Don't quick charge, the extra heat will shorten the batteries life. 3. Replace them when they are low, don't leave them draining with the power on in devices. You will have two or three that won't charge without a paper clip jump (earlier post) . 4. Don't mix dead and charged batteries, the drained will be charged by the full ones the worst way to charge a battery.5. Dont mix newer generations of eneloops and older generations-it goes back to newer eneloops charging the older batteries. 6. Buy a good charger that monitors each battery throughout the charge! Yes, I said it twice. Recommendations for eneloops and any rechargeable batteries. 1. Buy a good charger. 2. Don't quick charge, the extra heat will shorten the batteries life. 3. Replace them when they are low, don't leave them draining with the power on in devices. You will have two or three that won't charge without a paper clip jump (earlier post) . 4. Don't mix dead and charged batteries, the drained will be charged by the full ones the worst way to charge a battery.5. Dont mix newer generations of eneloops and older generations-it goes back to newer eneloops charging the older... » Read More Recommendations for eneloops and any rechargeable batteries. 1. Buy a good charger. 2. Don't quick charge, the extra heat will shorten the batteries life. 3. Replace them when they are low, don't leave them draining with the power on in devices. You will have two or three that won't charge without a paper clip jump (earlier post) . 4. Don't mix dead and charged batteries, the drained will be charged by the full ones the worst way to charge a battery.5. Dont mix newer generations of eneloops and older generations-it goes back to newer eneloops charging the older batteries. 6. Buy a good charger that monitors each battery throughout the charge! Yes, I said it twice. « Show Less
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No. These did not work with my Amazon Basic Rechargeable AA batteries. The + side didn't reach out far enough.
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They are electrically and mechanically identical to 2nd-gen Sanyo eneloop batteries ('1500-cycle'). The latest 4th-gen eneloop cells are advertised as '2100-cycle', but in real life you are not going to see any advantage over the AmazonBasics version.
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I use Eneloop rechargeable batteries in mine and swap out with a spare set every month or so to stay ahead of dead batts. It's nice that they run it on 2 AAs - I'm currently using a pair of 550s that use 4 AAA each.
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Well the two batteries never mix. The bicycle has a left and right switch. You will only useone battery at a time. Don't mix the chargers and you should be fine. (smile)
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Yes. I use Eneloop batts, and they work perfectly. The unit has a setting for battery type (NiHM, alkaline, or lithium) which calibrates the built-in battery level indicator.
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Yes, there is a Eneloop charger available. You may be able to charge these in most any rechargable battery charger, but I've never tried that.
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Thanks, I already ordered the eneloop charger anyway because I just wasn't sure. At least this way I'll know I have two capable chargers. Jim
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Have you tried the eneloops yet? I haven't used them in these lanterns but I have used them in lots of other items that recharge them. Hope this helps.