Batteries: Quick Search

After doing a search by clicking on one of the links below, try adding the number of batteries  you want in the search line; for example "AA batteries alkaline 8" .  Note: because batteries are not that expensive, be careful about shipping costs.  Some sellers price the batteries cheap but get you on shipping.

AAA	Budget	Alkaline	Lithium	Rechargeable NiMH
AA	Budget	Alkaline	Lithium	Rechargeable NiMH
C	Budget	Alkaline	Lithium	Rechargeable NiMH
D	Budget	Alkaline	Lithium	Rechargeable NiMH
9 Volt	Budget	Alkaline	Lithium	Rechargeable NiMH

Spotlight On: Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable batteries typically used in consumer electronics and gaining use in many other fields. They store lots of energy and have a long shelf life. Best of all, they do not suffer from memory effect like other batteries, which means that they are slow to lose their charge, even when not in use. Below, a few recommendations to consider when purchasing lithium-ion batteries for these popular camera brands.

Casio NP100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery	Canon LP-E4 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack	Impact SLB-10A Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery	Impact NP140 Lithium-Ion Battery

 

Battery Chargers

Suggestions for a few chargers that can power up various types of batteries.

CDTC-H Compact Desktop Charger	CM-CGRD54 Mini Charger & Adapter	CM-VWVBG130 Mini AC/DC Battery Charger	DP-BCA15 Dual Port Battery Charger

 

Search:Batteries Not Included

Whether you have a portable CD player,  an FM radio,  a camera,  or a flashlight,  you will need some type of battery. 

There are two main types to choose from: the conventional disposable, or the rechargeable. The question is, what are you powering? This will determine what type of battery you should choose to get the best mileage.

Disposable: Alkaline vs. Lithium

• Both alkaline  and lithium batteries  cause damage to the environment even when disposed of properly, which most of the time, they aren't.
• Best for low-drain devices.
• High-drain alkalines are good for devices such as cameras, motorized toys, and CD players.
• Name brands are always more expensive than generic.
• High-drain versions cost twice as much as regular alkalines in the long run.
• Lithiums have a long shelf-life but cost four times more than alkalines.
• Duracell Ultra  AA,  AAA,  C,  D 
• Energizer e2 
• Pansonic Oxyride  AA,  AAA 

Rechargeable Batteries

Thinking about rechargeable batteries?   Consider these points.

• Cadmium-free batteries are better for the environment.
• Higher initial cost, lower long-term cost.
• Good for devices that you use often and that need repeated battery replacement.
• Best for high-drain devices.
• Nickel-metal hybrids are the best because they create less waste, although they are sometimes less powerful.
• Also come as lithium-ion.
• Not good for things that sit for long periods because they discharge over time.
• Energizer NiMH  AA, AAA, C, D

Drain Meter

High-drain devices

• Boom boxes 
• Devices with DC motors or bright displays
• Digital cameras 
• Cameras with a flash
• Halogen flashlights 
• Motorized toys
• Portable tape players 

Moderate-drain devices

• Alarm Clocks
• Digital Cameras
• PDAs
• Portable CD Players

Low-Drain Devices

• Pagers 
• Calculators
• Remote Controls
• Smoke Alarms

Related Products

• Battery Chargers 

International Resources

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DE: Batterien