[NSRCA-discussion] AAA NimH batterys

[Joe Dunnaway]

Hi Ed,
  I've tried the AAA NimH batteries for some of my slope soaring stuff...  I
found that while the mah rating seems ok, the current draw from more that 3
servos will pull the voltage levels down so far that the receiver would quit
working (4 Cell Pack).  I've had no problem with AA cells but I wouldn't try
AAA cells on anything but a foamy.

Joe


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[mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Ed Miller
Sent: Thursday, January 26, 2006 8:06 AM
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Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] AAA NimH batterys

Is anyone using AAA NimH batteries for a RX pack ??. I am looking at
Batteries America ( EHYOST ) and they seem to have AAA NimH's in 720, 800
and 900mah ratings. I currently use their 2/3A 5 cell NimH pack at 1100mah
and a weight of 3.85 ounces complete with the long lead I have on the pack. 
Going to their AAA 5 cell pack looks like I can save about an ounce or so. 
Mah isn't an issue, I can get in excess of 7 to 8 flights on the 1100mah
pack I use now before charging so going to 900mah shouldn't be a big hit. 
Don't suggest Lithium anything as lighter, want to continue to use my Alpha
4 charger and am not convinced those new batteries are safe.
Ed M. 
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