Can it be used instead 1.5 V batteries: Is it ok to used Sanyo eneloop 1.2V rechargebles instead of 1.5V?
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Most battery-operated appliances work fine with NiMH cells in place of alkaline cells. Alkaline cell starts from 1.6V when fresh, but its voltage drops linearly with usage. Rechargeable NiMH cell (such as Sanyo eneloop) starts from lower voltage, but it can maintain 1.25V operating voltage throughout most of its useful life. The only problem is that the low-battery indicator may come up early (incorrectly), due to the lower battery voltage. In your particular case, the GE A950 user manual says it can accept rechargeable NiMH cells. Therefore you can definitely use Sanyo eneloop cells.
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The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA). Just get 3 of these simple and cheap chargers! Plan ahead and have other charged batteries on hand...fans of "fast charging" will NEVER get the maximum capacity, performance or life span that slow charging batteries can give you.
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Most battery-operated appliances work fine with NiMH cells in place of alkaline cells. Alkaline cell starts from 1.6V when fresh, but its voltage drops linearly with usage. Rechargeable NiMH cell (such as Sanyo eneloop) starts from lower voltage, but it can maintain 1.25V operating voltage throughout most of its useful life. The only problem is that the low-battery indicator may come up early (incorrectly), due to the lower battery voltage.In your particular case, the GE A950 user manual says it can accept rechargeable NiMH cells. Therefore you can definitely use Sanyo eneloop cells. Most battery-operated appliances work fine with NiMH cells in place of alkaline cells. Alkaline cell starts from 1.6V when fresh, but its voltage drops linearly with usage. Rechargeable NiMH cell (such as Sanyo eneloop) starts from lower voltage, but it can maintain 1.25V operating voltage throughout most of its useful life. The only problem is that the low-battery indicator may come up early (incorrectly), due to the lower battery voltage.In your particular case, the GE A950 user manual says it can accept rechargeable NiMH cells. Therefore you can definitely use Sanyo eneloop... » Read More Most battery-operated appliances work fine with NiMH cells in place of alkaline cells. Alkaline cell starts from 1.6V when fresh, but its voltage drops linearly with usage. Rechargeable NiMH cell (such as Sanyo eneloop) starts from lower voltage, but it can maintain 1.25V operating voltage throughout most of its useful life. The only problem is that the low-battery indicator may come up early (incorrectly), due to the lower battery voltage.In your particular case, the GE A950 user manual says it can accept rechargeable NiMH cells. Therefore you can definitely use Sanyo eneloop cells. « Show Less
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No, it won't. You can use only 1.2-1.5V AA rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries.
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I use only Sanyo Eneloop rechargeable batteries & chrger system. They are great w/ long life per charge.
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It would depend on the charger and how discharged batteries are. I used Sanyo Eneloop charger that charges in pairs to charge 4 of these AA batteries. I plugged it in at ~10pm and by 8am (possibly earlier) the batteries were charged. Other chargers may be faster or slower.
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I just got mine and couldn't find where it said not to use rechargeables, tried N-MH batteries and it worked fine. All 4 modes OK. I would rather use rechargeables since have had Alkalines leak and ruin things the last 3-4 years, (new ones ). I'm talking major brand batteries too. Maybe Chinas' Quality Control has dropped.
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Besides the change to the name (Panasonic bought Sanyo) and changed the name from XX to Pro as well as the packaging, the only real change is to the number of charge cycles the batteries are rated for (up to 500) and the milliamp (2550 versus 2500 - a bit longer run time between charges). Yes, you can still charge these batteries with your charger or any fast NiMH charger. Tammie Thomas Distributing
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Yes they can. As Stan stated, most rechargeable batteries are about 1.3 volts, whereas alkaline batteries start out at 1.5. However, an alkaline's voltage decreases steadily before it is considered "dead." A rechargeable battery maintains a more constant voltage for a longer time before voltage sharply drops off at the very end of its charge. If Sanyo made C-size eneloop batteries instead of spacers, I'd recommend those, but for true C rechargeables, I recommend Rayovac or Duracell over Energizer or others.
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I have used many Sanyo eneloop AA cells in my old Canon S1, new Canon S5, Canon 420EX flash unit, etc. I believe low-self-discharge batteries are idealy suited for digital cameras, especially for intermittent shooting. There are people who claim that ordinary NiMH cells are better because those are rated 2700mAh instead of 2000mAh. But I never have the need to shoot 500 pictures in one day. Plus I keep one set of spare batteries in the camera bag anyway. Ordinary NiMH cells self-discharge so fast, you always have to recharge the batteries just before shooting. Plus there is no point in keeping a spare set because it would become exhausted by the time you need it.
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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.
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I thought these would work too but I also ordered Sanyo NEW 1500 eneloop 4 Pack AA Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries just in case. I will have eight working Ni-MH batteries now. Thank you.
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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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Horrible idea to use "fast" chargers with quality rechargeable batteries! Many other chargers will charge your batteries at too high a rate and reduce both the life span and total number of cycles for your batteries. The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA). Plan ahead and have other charged batteries on hand...fans of "fast charging" will NEVER get the maximum capacity, performance or life span that slow charging batteries can give you. Horrible idea to use "fast" chargers with quality rechargeable batteries! Many other chargers will charge your batteries at too high a rate and reduce both the life span and total number of cycles for your batteries. The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA). Plan ahead and have other charged batteries on hand...fans of "fast charging" will NEVER get the maximum capacity, performance... » Read More Horrible idea to use "fast" chargers with quality rechargeable batteries! Many other chargers will charge your batteries at too high a rate and reduce both the life span and total number of cycles for your batteries. The Panasonic charger that is often sold with these batteries will charge your eneloops at the correct rate recommended by both Sanyo and Panasonic engineers to optimize the life of your batteries, (300mA for AA and 150mA for AAA). Plan ahead and have other charged batteries on hand...fans of "fast charging" will NEVER get the maximum capacity, performance or life span that slow charging batteries can give you. « Show Less
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d size batteries.buy rechargeables.worth the investment.buy the sanyo d size battery adaptors.you can save $$$$ or d size rechargeable batteries.shop wisely.energizers aa rechargeables suck.do fir the sanyo aa batteries.best wishes.good luck.write if you have ????.
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Hi, No, it won't. You can use only 1.2-1.5V AA rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries. Let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks!
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For anything using AA batteries, I recommend Sanyo Enerloop rechargeable batteries. They are many times better than any I have used previously. They not only have good duration, but also hold their charge unused for a longer time.