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Jim Yanik
 
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Default Maglite / Duracell Battery Interaction

wrote in news:7954-43959E05-2441@storefull-
3256.bay.webtv.net:

i have 4 cell maglight . i use nickel rechargeable batteries in
it.been useing the same batteries for over 10 years. the key is to use
12 volt bulb. lucas

http://www.minibite.com/america/malone.htm



Why use a 12 volt bulb with batteries that only add up to 4.8 volts?
(NiCds)
Your light output is greatly reduced,and NiCds have a self-discharge rate
making them VERY poor for stored emergency lighting.

IOW;bad advice.

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