"Dave D" wrote in message
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Just to add to my last post, you can still get AA NiCad cells, I've seen
them at 700mAH which while far lower capacity than NiMH cells, is still
going to be higher than what you had, and they will charge OK with your
existing charger, though not to absolutely full capacity. Your choice of
cell depends on your soldering/electronic skills and whether you want to up
the running time of your equipment.

dave