Clarence, Check out the rechargeable AA batteries from Ikea. They are allegedly rebadged Eneloops at substantial cost savings. I ran them for 17 straight hours right out of the package in my Streamlight 4AA. It was still producing useablle light but had dropped off. I stopped test at that point so as not to damage the batteries. Going to run test a few more times to see how they stand up. They carry AAA as well but have not tried them yet.
Clarence, Check out the rechargeable AA batteries from Ikea. They are allegedly rebadged Eneloops at substantial cost savings. I ran them for 17 straight hours right out of the package in my Streamlight 4AA. It was still producing useablle light but had dropped off. I stopped test at that point so as not to damage the batteries. Going to run test a few more times to see how they stand up. They carry AAA as well but have not tried them yet.
Thanks scrounger, never even thought of ikea!
Thanks for the tip on the batteries!!
Out with the old and in with the new...
Built a new 2meter antenna and mounted it about 8 feet higher than the old one.
I'm receiving repeaters 300km away!
Now I plan to expand the police frequencies so I can hear more regional news!
Couple of gallons of white vinegar, more canned goods, purchased more motor oil and other car liguids, vehicles had all fluids changed and that include tranny, diff, 4WD fluids and rad.
Bought spare spark plugs, chains and bars for chainsaws.
Put together a portable solar setup...
7AH sla battery
20amp PWM charge controller
10 watt folding panel
Nice I have to get a battery but I have all the rest. Payday is coming !
50 more cedar fence posts for cross fencing for rotational grazing.
http://livingmydreamlifeonthefarm.wordpress.com/
Nice I have to get a battery but I have all the rest. Payday is coming !
I can't speak to the long term use of this one as I just got it, but this morning at 7AM, completely overcast, and hanging in a west facing window, it was already putting out 13 volts.
Cheap enough and seems to work, even if it is Chinese...
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Portable-12V-10W-Solar-Panel-Power-Battery-Charger-Backup-For-Auto-Car-Van-Boat/152852631427?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
For small scale batteries (I think they carry up to 75AH, 12 volt)
I found this guy located in Ottawa.
http://stores.ebay.ca/buyclerkcanada/
ALCAN Plus Aluminum Foil, Heavy duty 45cm by 100m
None you improvise, one (or more) is luxury.
Nice I have to get a battery but I have all the rest. Payday is coming !
I can't speak to the long term use of this one as I just got it, but this morning at 7AM, completely overcast, and hanging in a west facing window, it was already putting out 13 volts.
Cheap enough and seems to work, even if it is Chinese...
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Portable-12V-10W-Solar-Panel-Power-Battery-Charger-Backup-For-Auto-Car-Van-Boat/152852631427?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649For small scale batteries (I think they carry up to 75AH, 12 volt)
I found this guy located in Ottawa.
http://stores.ebay.ca/buyclerkcanada/
These batteries tend to be standard fare for alarm panels and maybe last 2-5 years. Highly recommend yuasa batteries instead. It’s what I put in all my corp or gov security installs. 10 year range. Another thing is to use the batteries, stockpiling them doesn’t work. They loose ability to retain charge, so if you wish to buy a dozen or so, rotate them in security panel etc. You may get a false low battery alarm on system but it usually only lasts a day
Yes I was kind of thinking thinking them also 2 x 35 AH 12 v Hi draw style 1 for my (ARB style) Dometic fridge freezer and 1 for my little electric boat when weekending small and relatively light.
Yes I was kind of thinking thinking them also 2 x 35 AH 12 v Hi draw style 1 for my (ARB style) Dometic fridge freezer and 1 for my little electric boat when weekending small and relatively light.
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Nice job on beefing up cooler!
Nice job Jimbo!
None you improvise, one (or more) is luxury.
The insulation is for a water heater i had about the house it dropped the temp 4 degrees using it. Means less energy usage even when i go to freeze in it