On Sun, 28 Sep 2008 17:59:29 -0700 (PDT), Aaron Fude
wrote:

Hi,

What are the most economical batteries to use in devices that are
rarely used, such as a label maker (e.g. 15 labels a year). I've
gathered over the years that in items like flashlights it pays to use
better brands, but what about the situation above? Are rechargables a
good idea for that?

The new rechargeables that keep their charge like regular alkalines
(long shelf life, unlike ordinary rechargeables), would be a good
idea. Hybrio is one brand, there are several now.