does the flip top work well to prevent accidental discharges?
1618335
Yes. I carry it in my back pocket while walking and have practiced reaching and taking it out and an accidental discharge would be unlikely. It isn't a flip top, there is a protective cover over the release lever. You have to stick your finger in the gap and press to discharge it. I think it is a good design.
326686
Mine has no flip top. The top caddy is just an open top tray with clear sides.
353201
If cap screwed on tightly & flip top secured it will hold. I would make sure everything is secure by turning it sideways for a second before inserting it into carrying bag. I've dropped them before without spillage.
1658142
Sorry I don't have a flip type cover so don't know. The cover I have must be removed.
60126
Hello Mr. Moore, Flipping the breaker is certainly an option to prevent unauthorized use but to prevent wear-and-tear on the breaker it might be best to have your electrical contractor install a disconnect switch that can be locked. These switches are designed for constant on-and-off use. Thank you. Mike Cosgrove, AeroVironment Customer Service
2119754
No they are a button top. No protection built in so if your device does not have a protection circuit you need to be careful not to fully discharge then or you will ruin them.
110500
I wouldn't recommend it. There's a warning label that states: "Not intended for use with hot liquids. Hot or warm liquids (and other ingredients such as soda, etc.) may cause pressure to build up within the bottle and cause the flip top to open unexpectedly and spray contents. Always open flip top with caution."
251242
Yes, it will do it. How well you control the on/off switching will determine whether or not you have spills.
88116
I had no problem with that. I believe it goes in one way if you have trouble flip it around. I put two of these in and don't remember it being a big deal.
1793408
Mine does not spill at all once you put top cap on and make sure it is tight in place.
1506607
It seems to prevent discharge at night. I'm using several with a solar panel to maintain battery charge on infrequently used equipment and the battery charge has been maintained.
268147
No that is the best feature. You have to squeeze a know before the liquid is released. I haven't had not one mishap.
1093177
It has a regular screw-top lid rather than a flip top. I had your same concern and accommodated by pouring it into a spray bottle. It works great for the shower and for a quick spray bug repellent.
204655
No, they are on opposite sides, so you do have to flip. This is also really weak; it broke when it was dropped from the counter. I never even got to use it.
642706
Nope. It did successfully allow my optic to clear the front site, but no way could I still use the flip up. On the plus side, the knobs are so big that you can remove it w/o tools... say if the battery went dead in your optic while you're out.
2136359
You can use a flip top bottle but it will not fit all the way in the hole. You might have to prop it up.
604910
My wife has made that by mistake on a couple occasions. It does not seem to damage the unit, however it does not fully charge properly. When you go to charge it the next time in the off position it will fully charge.