Know the differences in batteries
November 7, 2007
Batteries are made with distinct technologies to fulfil distinct needs. Batteries can be classified on the basis of usage or capacity or technology or size. Commonly batteries are categorized on the basis of size namely "AA" and "AAA". Distinct technologies are used in these "AA" and "AAA" batteries. AA batteries will be 51 mm in length but AAA batteries are available with the length as 44.5 mm. Nickel Metal Hydride, alkaline, Lithium and Lithium Ion are various technologies frequently used nowadays. Some of the useful information about distinct types and suggestions are given below to choose appropriate batteries for distinct devices.
• AA & AAA Batteries with Alkaline technology
These alkaline batteries will be a best choice if you do not need lot of batteries. If your device is a kind which does not drop frequently, you can prefer alkaline AA and AAA batteries.
• AA & AAA Batteries with Lithium technology
If you are looking for a battery which has to have the stuff to function even in extreme temperatures; it is optimum to go for lithium AA and AAA batteries. The only drawback of these batteries is inability to recharge them. These lithium batteries can last longer than alkaline batteries.
• AA & AAA Batteries with Nickel Metal Hydride
Batteries made with Nickel Metal Hydride technology can be recharged. They are accepted as "eco-friendly" batteries as they decompose within short period. It is important to check the mAh rating to know the capacity. Another unique advantage of these batteries is ULSD feature. ULSD stands for Ultra Low Self Discharge. These batteries have another name as ‘ready-to-use’ batteries.
• AA & AAA Batteries with Nickel Cadmium
These Nickel Cadmium batteries are suitable for devices which drain quickly. Suppose you buy devices for frequent uses or commercial purposes, these Nickel Cadmium batteries are perfect choice which have made with the ability to support even high temperature.
• AA & AAA Batteries with Lithium Ion
These types of batteries need a dedicated charger for charging effectively. They can offer battery capacity up to 3.6 or 3.7 volts for functioning effectively.
• CRV3 Batteries
CRV3 Batteries are a unique type of Lithium-Ion battery which is used mostly in electrical appliances. The size and shape of these RV3 batteries are equal to CR V3 Lithium batteries. You can expect an output from 3.0 to 3.7 volts while charging. Rarely can you find these batteries with NiMH technology.
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