This works with regular rechargeable batteries, right? Just to double check, regular rechargeable batteries (like Duracell or whatever) DO work, right? I'm just slightly worried about that since they are lower voltage, and occasionally don't work in things (they even kept blowing out a krypton bulb in one of my flashlights).Also it sounds like from reviews that this can't actually charge an iPod? Just kind of extends it's running life? This works with regular rechargeable batteries, right? Just to double check, regular rechargeable batteries (like Duracell or whatever) DO work, right? I'm just slightly worried about that... » Read More This works with regular rechargeable batteries, right? Just to double check, regular rechargeable batteries (like Duracell or whatever) DO work, right? I'm just slightly worried about that since they are lower voltage, and occasionally don't work in things (they even kept blowing out a krypton bulb in one of my flashlights).Also it sounds like from reviews that this can't actually charge an iPod? Just kind of extends it's running life? « Show Less
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Yes it works with standard AA size rechargeables. I use it with 4 Sony 2500 mah and works fine.
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That is a great news. What battery do you use? Maybe the little guy doesn't like Duracell. Haha.
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I tried the rechargeable AA and they worked fine. The ceiling light wasn't the problem...it was the remote "wall switch" that wasn't any good. I would use it once or twice, and the battery would be dead. Bought replacement batteries at two different stores (in case batteries hadn't moved off store shelf and were old), and the same thing happened. Very disappointing.
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Neither the type of battery that these light run on is slightly biggerThan a double I believe its a 3.7 v u can or der battires with it an the charger that's what I did because these type of battery's you cant just go out an by. Just get save some heart ache and get the recharables. With the charger both are not easy to just go an by from kmart.plus there expensive.
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This may be a silly question, but are you charging *rechargeable* Duracells? Because if you're trying to put regular Alkalines in, that would certainly explain them getting uncomfortably hot and smelling strange. A charger like this should only be used for rechargeable batteries.
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I haven't tried using rechargeables, but I don't see it being a problem as long as they are the D size. The only possible issue I see is that using rechargeable batteries could result in weaker light and faster draining of the batteries. As I said I haven't tried rechargeables in this lantern, but I had those issues years ago when I used them in a mag light.
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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.
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The Nitecore charger is actually a great charger, it just sounds like you got a unit that was bad. As far batteries, the research I've done suggests that a lot of them are actually the same - just branded with whatever company is selling them. I'm not sure if they sell on Amazon, but I have had excellent service with a place called Orbtronic. The Orbtronic batteries work very well and I've never had a problem with them not charging fully. I also have a couple of EagleTac branded batteries for my EagleTac flashlight. I honestly can not tell a difference.
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It definitely works with both types of batteries. All brightness levels work as designed. Seems to be slightly brighter than my older model. The side control button is a bonus for the type of work I do. Love the rechargeable batteries from Obnitronic. Work exceptionally well. I also highly recommend the olight m22 950 lumens. Slightly larger head but packs a punch in the lighting department. Once you get used to the controls it can't be beat.
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It works with a AAA battery. There are some AAA batteries that are rechargeable, but it's not worth getting set up for that. A normal "over the counter" AAA will work for a very long time. Don't forget, there are no moving parts in this device, so power demand is ULTRA LOW on it. Yes, it does have an LCD screen on it, but its really small, so doesn't use a lot of energy there either. I have had this device for about 6 months, put a "Duracell" battery in it, and have not changed it yet. Oh... and it DOES have a "battery life" indicator on it, so you won't get caught "short".
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I don't know if it's still true about rechargables, but it used to be that they were not as much voltage as regular batteries. This is why they were not recommended to be used in cameras, or other items that have to run multiple features in order to really 'work' right - like date/time or flash, etc. Something like this shouldn't have an issue in that way.
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I have the same issues! I have had great success with the 750ma (green) batteries, so I ordered some of these 900ma (blue) batteries hoping for longer life. Instead I got varying voltages, higher than 3.0V that the flashlight did not like, plus, they are slightly bulkier and get stuck in the flashlight. They should be built to the same standard, but they are Not!
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it's always best to charge any battery at first use. I have trouble with my charge light also. The flashlight work great for the first few months, now it doesn't seem to hold a charge for very long at all.
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It works with a AAA battery. There are some AAA batteries that are rechargeable, but it's not worth getting set up for that. A normal "over the counter" AAA will work for a very long time. Don't forget, there are no moving parts in this device, so power demand is ULTRA LOW on it. Yes, it does have an LCD screen on it, but its really small, so doesn't use a lot of energy there either. I have had this device for about 6 months, put a "Duracell" battery in it, and have not changed it yet. Oh... and it DOES have a "battery life" indicator on it, so you won't get caught "short". It works with a AAA battery. There are some AAA batteries that are rechargeable, but it's not worth getting set up for that. A normal "over the counter" AAA will work for a very long time. Don't forget, there are no moving parts in this device, so power demand is ULTRA LOW on it. Yes, it does have an LCD screen on it, but its really small, so doesn't use a lot of energy there either. I have had this device for about 6 months, put a "Duracell" battery in it, and have not changed it yet. Oh... and it DOES have a "battery life" indicator on it, so you won't get... » Read More It works with a AAA battery. There are some AAA batteries that are rechargeable, but it's not worth getting set up for that. A normal "over the counter" AAA will work for a very long time. Don't forget, there are no moving parts in this device, so power demand is ULTRA LOW on it. Yes, it does have an LCD screen on it, but its really small, so doesn't use a lot of energy there either. I have had this device for about 6 months, put a "Duracell" battery in it, and have not changed it yet. Oh... and it DOES have a "battery life" indicator on it, so you won't get caught "short". « Show Less
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Hello, I have the Duracell 15 minute charger that charges AA & AAA batteries, and that's the highest powered charger currently available that I know of for Duracell itself. The power output for the 15 minute Duracell charger I have is 1.2 volts for AA & AAA batteries and 8.3 Amps(current) max for AA and 3.5 Amps(current) for AAA, so if your charger outputs more for voltage or current for AA & AAA I would recommend not using it for those type of batteries, and as far as other batteries like C,D,9 Volt, etc. I can't recommend since my charger doesn't charge those types of batteries and only charges AA & AAA. If your batteries fit into your charger and the output power matches or is slightly under my power output then you should be fine, and anything that charges at a higher power output should not be used since Duracell hasn't made batteries and a charger that can handle higher output power charging yet. Good Luck!, bye &#9685; &#9697; &#9685;
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As per the packageing information, the 2-1,700 mAh batteries (AA) included should take 6 hours to fully charge. The charger works according to the capacity of the batteries being charged. For instance, I also purchased some 2000 mAh and also some 2,450 mAh batteries (all Duracell) to use in various products. Certain BlueTooth and other wireless items require a higher storage of energy capacity to work efficiently. If you go online and look for Duracell batteries you will come across a chart showing the color-coded tips of each capacity. Newer uncharged batteries, such as those that come with the charger, may take a bit longer to charge. But the charger itself tells you when things are done, by displaying a GREEN LED. If the LED is RED, the batteries are still charging. If the RED LED Flashes, you have an "abnormal" battery and it will have to be replaced. Anything bad out of the package is fully replaceable by Duracell, if not by your local retailer. I've trusted Duracell and their products for decades. Very reliable. The only thing even CLOSE is the Eveready LITHIUM/ION non-rechargables... and they cost as much as the Duracell Re-Chargeables!
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I've recharged NiCADs with it and it has done multiple charge/drain cycles on them then did a full recharge. Worked great. I LOVE this charger so far. It has happily recharged 2600mah NiMH AA I use in my xbox controllers a couple dozen times and I top off alkaline batteries all the time. I tried some Zinc Carbon batteries just for giggles and ... They leaked. Don't do it, lol. It IS recharging some Energizer Lithium AAs happily, though. This is HIGHLY unrecommended as they can explode/catch fire if they get too hot. It refused to charge them at first but is now doing it. Dunno what changed. I use the Alkaline setting and they just get very lightly warm. I use them in a LED flashlight. I've recharged NiCADs with it and it has done multiple charge/drain cycles on them then did a full recharge. Worked great. I LOVE this charger so far. It has happily recharged 2600mah NiMH AA I use in my xbox controllers a couple dozen times and I top off alkaline batteries all the time. I tried some Zinc Carbon batteries just for giggles and ... They leaked. Don't do it, lol. It IS recharging some Energizer Lithium AAs happily, though. This is HIGHLY unrecommended as they can explode/catch fire if they get too hot. It refused to charge them at first but is now doing it. Dunno what changed.... » Read More I've recharged NiCADs with it and it has done multiple charge/drain cycles on them then did a full recharge. Worked great. I LOVE this charger so far. It has happily recharged 2600mah NiMH AA I use in my xbox controllers a couple dozen times and I top off alkaline batteries all the time. I tried some Zinc Carbon batteries just for giggles and ... They leaked. Don't do it, lol. It IS recharging some Energizer Lithium AAs happily, though. This is HIGHLY unrecommended as they can explode/catch fire if they get too hot. It refused to charge them at first but is now doing it. Dunno what changed. I use the Alkaline setting and they just get very lightly warm. I use them in a LED flashlight. « Show Less