wil this light longer if i use higher capacity NiMh batteries such as eneloops?
137358
Higher capacity batteries will allow it to illuminate longer. If you want longer run times for a special event you can put in an already charged higher -mAh battery. But the solar panel only charges at a certain rate per hour of sun. Experiment and see if you benefit from a higher mAh battery. ( I have)
137359
Yes, if you get sufficient sun exposure to fully charge the higher capacity battery. It takes six hours to fully charge the 1000MAH that comes with the N200, so a 1500MAH battery (MUST BE NiMH of the AA size) would likely take 9 hours of direct sunlight to fully charge. (In Winter I only get eight hours of light and six hours of 'direct' sunlight, here in Idaho. I wouldn't be benefited by a battery that large.) The thing is, that six hours of light at night is already enough in Winter (let's me burn the lamp from 4 or 5pm to 10 or 11pm) and MORE than enough in Summer (when the sun goes down at 10pm in Idaho), when you may need very little artificial light. So weigh the need for additional light against the cost. I might opt for a second bulb instead of a higher capacity battery. Two bulbs provide a solution that only requires six hours to charge and allows the choice of either longer run time or more light. And at the same time provides a back up unit.
137360
Sorry, I'm not sure cause only used the light a few time with it being charged by the sun.
1214624
Milliohm hours deals with longevity, and depending on the flashlight it won't affect brightness. Most flashlights won't allow the brightest levels when battery starts to get low. Also the quality of the batteries and charger had an impact. My boss had a crappy 3600 mAh battery that lasted half as long as my 2600mAh Tenergy, both 18650 style. I would say that the 18650's are a better option than two 123's, but some flashlights won't take the slightly larger 18650's.
982557
i am not sure as to the purpose of draining used batteries...but when batteries dont have enough umph to drive my main carry light at full power i usually throw them in my e15 and get another weeks use out of them. i can tell a cell is getting close when all three settings are the same lumen output.
31004
this battery lasts one hour with this light:http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/836612-REG/watson_b_1517_lp_e6_battery_pack_for.htmlI would buy several so you can have enough on hand. You don't a bigger battery because it makes the light too top heavy.
524540
Your question needs to be clearer - do you mean physical dimensions, voltage, capacity? Are you thinking of common batteries, such as AA, C, D, etc., or are you willing to use the less common ones like lithium coin cells or LiPos? How long would you like these to light before the battery is depleted? The community is happy to help you, but you need to provide more info on your requirements and limitations.
1346252
I recommend replacing the 1000 mAh batteries with better ones after the originals wear out. One of the comments when I bought my Moonrays was that, " 3 AA NIMH batteries of at least 2000mah capacity for each light," are better. Nickel Metal Hydride batteries aren't cheap but are worth the price.
1741350
I have found the NiCd batteries last much longer than the Nimh for solar walkway lights. They absorb the UV better during the day and stay on longer during the night (I've even found the lights still on in the shade in the morning).
703366
More than likely. I set up a Li-Ion battery this way and it worked fine and gives a few hours of light.
1361360
If you use the higher lumen alot the battery life is not as long as the lower lumen use of this light, have had mine almost a year and I use it alot and have not had to change batteries yet, great light for a great price.
156520
I did not keep this light, sent it back because was not as bright as I wanted also work right, was a pile of junk, also got a Stanley rechargeable light also a pile of junk, I did keep this one at first worked very well but as time goes on the charge does not last very long, at first lasted about 1/2 hour on a full now after about 6 mos. it may last 10 mins. on a full charge. don't know what brand is the best on to get but if you can put out a little more money for one but not these two.good luck!!!from someone that learned the hard way!!!
2031768
I am using the battery to power a NEEWER 160 LED CN-160. I have had the light on for at least 45 min (intermittently) and have yet to recharge it. Very satisfied so far.
1877629
Yes, assuming you're battery has around 100 RC (amps reserve capacity). The lights use 1.5 amps each per hour your battery should last around 5.55 hrs assuming a full charge and a good battery to full discharge. This is theoretical of course and many factors could lower that and likely will. Also make sure your fuses and wires are sized for the amps.
1716681
Love the light. Contact the light manufacter & see if those style of batteries fit.
1435320
The Sanyo eneloop cells can be recharged using any good-quality 'smart' chargers designed for NiMH cells. For the sake of battery lifespan, avoid timer-based overnight 'dumb' chargers, and '15-minute' ultra-fast battery roasters. As a general rule, any brand of NiMH cells can be recharged using other brands of NiMH chargers. But the manufacturer always tell you to use only the same brand - for obvious reasons.
545634
Don't know, never tried to run it that long. It runs much much longer on it's batteries than conventional flashlights.
1381564
The enclosed literature does specifically say to use only NiMH. Mine shipped with a Sanyo Eneloop, which for me is the best possible option, since I already have a dozen of the same. But it's AA sized, and unless they used a foolishly voltage-sensitive design, I would expect an AA to at least function. However the current supplying capacity of Alkalines is lower than NiMH, so it's possible that it wouldn't function fully - that seems unlikely though for anything that takes /hours/ to drain a NiMH.
349835
As long as you can find non-rechargeable batteries of the correct size. Some of these lights use unusual size batteries are something that I have only seen in a rechargeable format.