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Has anybody tried Rechargeable batteries? These Lithium Ion...
By arthur martineau
Ranked #578 - Headlamps
November 27, 2008
Has anybody tried Rechargeable batteries? These Lithium Ion are getting expensive this time of year!
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By moroni
Ranked #40 - Headlamps
August 7, 2009
In the long run, taking longevity & performance into consideration, lithium batteries are your best buy unless you can effectively recharge NIMH batteries in the field without the use of solar panels, bulky recharging units, or packing in numerous sets of charged batteries.
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By Matt du
Ranked #200 - Headlamps
June 22, 2009
I have a couple times, I am always a little disappointed. However, there is a wide range in quality for rechargables, my batteries are NiMH and a few years old, the batteries seem to be more of the problem than the light. For a quick trip or wearing around the house, they are just fine.
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By Matt du
Ranked #200 - Headlamps
January 21, 2009
Rechargeable batteries will definitely last longer in the long run, but won't last as long per charge as lithiums. You should expect about the same amount of time as traditional alkaline batteries. Because the Princeton Tec Quad headlamp is voltage regulated, rechargeables or lithiums won't hurt the LEDs or any of the internal components. You should get about 1000 charges for the quality rechargeables at about 20 hours on high of burn time per charge (compare that to 50+ hours on high for lithiums).I am adding to the above answer, I don't think they will be as bright as with the lithiums or alkalines because most rechargeables are 1.2volt instead of the typical 1.5volts. I have run rechargable NiMh batteries in other lights with satisfactory, not excellent, results.
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Tech Specs:
- Bulb Type:
- 4 Ultra bright LEDs
- Power Source:
- 3 AAA Alkaline batteries (included)
- Headband Type:
- Stretch
- Battery Location:
- Front
- Burn Time:
- 150hrs
- Voltage Regulator:
- Yes
- Dimming Switch:
- Yes
- Backup Power Source:
- No
- Waterproof:
- Yes, 1m
- Tiltable Housing:
- Yes
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, climbing, trail running, camping
- Weight:
- 3.4oz (96g)
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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