Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
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Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
There are rechargeables available in the same form-factor and working voltage. Li-Ion is probably the best fit for common Li/MnO2 applications. The capacity (life) of the rechargeable will likely be roughly 2/3rds (or worse) of what you are used to.
The battery itself is usually 2x the cost with the PTC (internal protection) but as a rechargeable; you easily recover the cost if it fits the application.
There are rechargeables available in the same form-factor and working voltage. Li-Ion is probably the best fit for common Li/MnO2 applications. The capacity (life) of the rechargeable will likely be roughly 2/3rds (or worse) of what you are used to.
The battery itself is usually 2x the cost with the PTC (internal protection) but as a rechargeable; you easily recover the cost if it fits the application.
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
My surefire 6p with a standard bulb run time is 60 min. With an LED bulb which also gives more light the run time is 5 hours.
My surefire 6p with a standard bulb run time is 60 min. With an LED bulb which also gives more light the run time is 5 hours.
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
Google CR123 battery. There is more than 1 site where you can buy CR123's much cheaper than $2.
Google CR123 battery. There is more than 1 site where you can buy CR123's much cheaper than $2.
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
here you go
http://cgi.ebay.com/8x-CR123A-3-0v-CR123...=item3efdcf2523
here you go
http://cgi.ebay.com/8x-CR123A-3-0v-CR123...=item3efdcf2523
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
All Battery, Inc is a seller on Ebay. Been buying CR123's from them for about a dollar a pop.
All Battery, Inc is a seller on Ebay. Been buying CR123's from them for about a dollar a pop.
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
The rechargeable version is called the RCR123. They work fine, but only have about 2/3s the capacity (don't last as long as a normal CR123)
I run the AW brand, which are one of the higher quality versions, and it also has a protective auto-shutdown circuit which prevents the battery from being excessively discharged. This is a very bad thing to do to a rechargeable Li-Ion battery. Whatever brand you buy, I'd recommend getting one with this protective circuit.
Lighthound.com is where I shop for these batteries.
The rechargeable version is called the RCR123. They work fine, but only have about 2/3s the capacity (don't last as long as a normal CR123)
I run the AW brand, which are one of the higher quality versions, and it also has a protective auto-shutdown circuit which prevents the battery from being excessively discharged. This is a very bad thing to do to a rechargeable Li-Ion battery. Whatever brand you buy, I'd recommend getting one with this protective circuit.
Lighthound.com is where I shop for these batteries.
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
Also be aware when using most rechargeable 123 batteries - Some output slightly more than the standard voltage which will pop your bulb. If you have a digital flashlight(LED bulb with conditioning circuit) then you should be fine. I have been using rechargeable 123's for several years now and love them. The savings is tremendous. I keep a spare set of regular 123's in my truck, range bags, and weapon bags just in case, I am an Eagle Scout.... hehe
Also be aware when using most rechargeable 123 batteries - Some output slightly more than the standard voltage which will pop your bulb. If you have a digital flashlight(LED bulb with conditioning circuit) then you should be fine. I have been using rechargeable 123's for several years now and love them. The savings is tremendous. I keep a spare set of regular 123's in my truck, range bags, and weapon bags just in case, I am an Eagle Scout.... hehe
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
I've been using rechargeable 123 batteries for 2 years now. Unlike other rechargeable batteries I have, they dont run out of juice as fast on stand-by and are not as affected by the cold (have I light allways in the car, winter was hard and it still works). I bought them on ebay in a bulk +/- $ 1.
I've been using rechargeable 123 batteries for 2 years now. Unlike other rechargeable batteries I have, they dont run out of juice as fast on stand-by and are not as affected by the cold (have I light allways in the car, winter was hard and it still works). I bought them on ebay in a bulk +/- $ 1.
Re: Rechargeable CR123 Batteries
I switched to rechargeable AA and AAA 2 years ago and kick myself for not doing so earlier. The KEY is to get a quality battery and a quality recharger. Don't go with the cheap shit for either. Here is what works great for me:
http://www.eneloop.info/
http://www.lacrossetechnology.com/900/index.php
I switched to rechargeable AA and AAA 2 years ago and kick myself for not doing so earlier. The KEY is to get a quality battery and a quality recharger. Don't go with the cheap shit for either. Here is what works great for me:
http://www.eneloop.info/
http://www.lacrossetechnology.com/900/index.php
