Batterys

OK kids, anyone having problems with a very popular battery (and I can't post the exact name due to copyright's) called Durac$$l?

I have quite a few that have started to leak out the bottom's in the package, and are still within the 10 year guarantee lifespan, these battery's are in my survival kit, I was going through them to see what may be needed at a later date, these battery are only 5 years old, and have never been used.

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I also have some that are installed in remotes and flashlights that have started doing the same thing.

Anyone else??

You also pay a premium for these batteries!

Yessir...I have found 2 seldom used remotes with the same brand this year that puked & ruined 1 remote.The 10 year warranty means nothing.Batteries are the biggest over-priced items buy day to day.Explain why an AAA battery costs damn near 40%more than an AA battery?

P.S... I now change ALL my remote/light batteries annually on Boxing Day.lol

I started using rechargeable
arq-100 is hard on batteries

Well I always take the battery's out of things that don't get used for a month or two, and keep them in a small plastic bag with the item.

The problem is that these battery's were never installed in anything, and were in an air/water tight metal 20mm ammo can, and air purged with argon gas from the welder,(I made the mod's to the can) I just opened the can to check if there was anything I may need right now, good thing I looked.

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I started using rechargeable
arq-100 is hard on batteries

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I have a 12 solar/battery system for the HAM stuff, anything that doesn't move gets attached to this system, and anything that needs a lower voltage then 12 Volts gets a voltage regulator, system works great, and if the Sun doesn't fully re-charge the system I can use the car/truck to charge the battery pile. I can also run an inverter if needed.

I'm setup for that day that the poop may hit the fan, and it looks like that day may soon be here.

All we need is to find out that this new virus cause's the dead to come back as Zombies, I have tons of 00 buck, and can reload them.

Duracell guarantees its batteries against defects in materials and workmanship. ... Leaking battery and damaged device must be provided as proof of claim.

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https://www.duracell-me.com/technology/reliable-10-year-guarantee-storage/

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off topic, sorry, i started using the usb rechargeable battery.. working so far.
good luck terryl
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off topic, sorry, i started using the usb rechargeable battery.. working so far.
good luck terryl
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what's the cost?

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off topic, sorry, i started using the usb rechargeable battery.. working so far.
good luck terryl
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All talk about battery's is allowed......And whats the cost as DU mentioned.

If your need is survival of either the Coronavirus or your current government,solar panels/rechargeable batteries are the best choice.
P.S...save the double odd for looters:no such thing as zombies.

Been using duracells since 1972 have probably 30 presently in unopened boxes bought at half price sale really have haven't had many issues throughout the last 48 years
Their batteries were standard for power backup disruptions in hospital equipment for many years
They will take care of you I'm sure
I still swear by them
Last many years in my maglights especially in the truck:)

I've had them eat a few maglights, Durace?l replaced them with new flashlights.

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If your need is survival of either the Coronavirus or your current government,solar panels/rechargeable batteries are the best choice.
P.S...save the double odd for looters:no such thing as zombies.

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I'm the range-master for the local ZORT* club, we try and get together once a month to train the kids on how to shoot and proper gun handling. And how to drain a case or two of beer after the training is over and the guns are clean and put away.

* ZORT, Zombie Outbreak Response Team, we have quite a few come around here in the summer....Some peeps call them Tweakers...

Back to batterys....If you all need a battery for something and the poop has hit the fan, and you can't find any replacement's due to hording, you can use lemon juice, some small bits of paper towel, some nickel's and penny's, you make up a sandwich stack of one penny, one piece of paper towel, one nickel, make the stack as tall as you need, soak it with the lemon juice, and your done, also some sort of holder may be needed for the stack.

The nickel will be the + and the penny will be the -, you could use salt water if all the lemons have been used for something else, also dont let the paper towel touch the stage above or below.

And if the poop has hit the fan then coins will be a thing of the past.

WOW a fast reply from Dcell, they are sending a coupon for 4 new battery's, cool, now if anyone around here have some in stock?

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$30.. one was a lemon but the other 3 were okay so far

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$30.. one was a lemon but the other 3 were okay so far

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not bad
I paid about $35 for 4 aaa energizer

You mite know this or you mite not, the best way to keep your batterys fresh is to put them in the freezer, give them about 2 HRs to thaw before you use them.

I guess Meth users could be considered zombies....................use 00 as a last reZort

I keep mine in an ammo can at room temp,(in the ammo bunker) but the ammo can is filled with argon, keeps them dry.

Actually Duracell said not to put them in the fridge or freezer.

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I guess Meth users could be considered zombies....................use 00 as a last reZort

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I have 10 cases of Double ""OO"" 12 gauge 3 inch magnum loaded up for any Zombie attack, or for the escapees from the virus apocalypse when the come over the wire.

fyi
duracell make the kirkland batteries at costco

I don't have a Costco account,(no need) but I will keep it in mind when I go with my Sister some time.