what are the best batteries for these flashlights ... or is there a best?
686905
Always use the best alkaline you can. I prefer Duracell or the Costco brand.
220188
No, I bought a set of rechargeable batteries for mine and it ruined the batteries the guy at batteries pluss advised me you cannot use rechargeable batteries for these flashlights and it ruines the batteries!
1288331
You can find them here on Amazon. The best ones I've found so far are the Nitecore 18650 NL186 2600mAh. Probably the best deal right now is the Nitecore Sysmax Intellicharge i4 version 2 Four Bays universal home/car battery charger, Four Nitecore 18650 NL186 2600mAh rechargeable batteries with Smith & Wesson Carabeamer LED Clip Light bundle.
771665
18650 3.7 v0lt, up to 3600 mAH, 4 each, get ultrafire or surefire for quality. Try onlybatteries.com.
2211894
That's a good way to put it...yes.Overall, they are like oversized AA batteries. They do, however, hold a charge very well...especially for things like tactical flashlights, etc.
194101
Sorry. I have the 44901 lithium not the 44900 std battery. FWIW. Amp draw has to be marginal Best flashlight I've ever owned BTW.
1112243
It's been my experience that most high end flashlights (with power management circuitry) fail to live up to the manufacturer's claims. They're general guidelines at best. Granted, I've never actually put the flashlights up against a clock, but I think the Klarus is as good as any. Honestly, I think the brand of battery is a more significant factor. I typically use Duracell, Panasonic, and Surefire. I've had noticeably poor performance from cheap batteries.
165907
I use surefire 123A batteries (SF12-BB Box of 12 Bat). They are very good and cheaper than most other brands.
2033335
Any rechargeable AA will work. The ones with the higher mAh ratings will likely hold a charge longer. I've used different brands without noticing much difference. I would just avoid the cheapest, unknown brands.
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.
406878
Unfortunately, the 18650 rechargeable battery will not fit in the flashlights. Mine just arrived around a half an hour ago, and tested them with the 18650, which sticks out from the base of the flashlight about a quarter of an inch. I'm not sure if this post was referring to an older model, but it doesn't fit the current.
818476
alot of folks recommend using nimh batteries and a good charger. Personally I prefer using the Energizer lithium batteries. They last a very long time and I have taken 100's of shots, used the flash alot plus recorded a few videos and the batteries are stil going strong. Alkaline batteries are best for emergency situations only when no other battery type is available. A set of 4 lituium battieries is around $9.
1055456
I now own 4 Fenix PD35s. $70 here on Amazon. Orbtronic 18650 3,400mAH rechargeable batteries with intellicharger 4 ver 2. About the best light for size and the ability to set a intensity and have the light turn back on to that setting is the best thing about it. Bright too. Go to Fenix.com to see what they have but I know which one I like!
1734858
I still have original batteries that came with the flashlight in mine from a year ago. Don't use a whole lot though. I have problems with it wanting to go off and have to shake to get it to come back on. It does have a lifetime warranty though. You can use rechargable batteries in it.
74995
I have a Duracell ultra CR2 battery. As far as how long it lasts, I've had mine for about a year. I don't use it as a Flashlight just test it every now and then. Holding up fine. Batteries are little expensive.
884781
dude, i use these in my flashlights, they are ok but yes they are low drain they stink if your going for mech mod's. but i've had to buy plenty of these for my lights but if it's for your lights try the ultrafire, 3.7V 5000mAh they work amazing and last forever. also they are low drain batteries and they are yellow.
2088198
I would suggest emailing the manufacturer. These batteries are made from high quality Japanese cells, I believe I read panasonic in some forum. If you get no luck with the manufacturer I would suggest going to a flashlight forum. There are many more people there that can answer your highly specific question.