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--- batteries [2022/01/22 09:52] – created rjt
+++ batteries [2022/05/27 11:25] (current) – Reclaiming section rjt
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 At this point I just buy and use [[wp>Eneloop]]s. Good quality rechargeable batteries. You can by them in kits with a charger to get stared. People say the Amazon Basics rechargeable batteries are rebadged Eneloops too.
+Eneloops are nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) rather than alkaline. They have a slightly lower voltage (1.2v), but maintain this longer than alkaline retain their 1.5V. I've never encountered a device that wouldn't run on them, but it can happen.
 ===== Testing =====
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   * Touch the red probe to the positive part.
   * AA, AAA etc. cells will show 1.5V when full. 9V batteries will show 9V!
+===== Reclaiming =====
+  * [[yt>PsJMj7FtroY|More free street-lithium reclamation]] - Getting lithium cells out of disposable vapes.
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