Community
Search
Notices
Questions and Answers If you have general RC questions or answers discuss it here.

Tx batteries

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 06-10-2015 | 11:55 AM
  #1  
Thread Starter
 
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 105
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
From: Allentown, PA
Default Tx batteries

What kind of batteries do you use in your 2.4G transmitters? I ordered a new Tactic 20 memory 6ch and want to get off on the right foot. FWIW I wouldn't use Harbor Freight double A's for anything other than an electric toothbrush, junk.
Thank you.

Bill in Pa.
Old 06-10-2015 | 12:12 PM
  #2  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 7,769
Likes: 0
Received 6 Likes on 5 Posts
From: FL
Default

I have been using Eneloops in mine and that works out very well. I'd say that any LSD (low self discharge) NiMh should be good to use as now several manufacturers make a decent LSD cell.
Old 06-13-2015 | 05:46 AM
  #3  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 1,555
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: Lake County, CA
Default

I've been happily using a Hobby King LiIon for a few years.
Don't need to charge it very often.
When I do charge it I remove it from the Xmtr for ease.
Good Luck,
KW_Counter
Old 06-14-2015 | 05:23 AM
  #4  
My Feedback: (2)
 
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 2,299
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
From: Ivyland, PA
Default

Eneloops work well for me too. I still use NiCds in one of my transmitters. Honestly, there is nothing wrong with NiCds. I charge them up the night before with a wall wart. Very simple. No fuss, very reliable, really no down side.
Old 06-14-2015 | 06:16 AM
  #5  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 7,769
Likes: 0
Received 6 Likes on 5 Posts
From: FL
Default

Yes, the low self discharge NiMh's such as the Eneloops are IMHO much better than using LiPo in your transmitter as they hold a charge as well as LiPo's do yet you can charge them in place and with the simple wall wart chargers with no danger of fire or smoke and no damage if you forget and leave them on charge to long (assuming you are using the wall warts with a charge rate of 0.1C or less). Also more economical.
Old 06-17-2015 | 05:10 AM
  #6  
Moderator
 
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 7,266
Received 35 Likes on 30 Posts
From: Fort Worth, TX
Default

Agreed with JPMagG, NiCds are still as good as they ever were. Nothing is more durable. NiMh are cheaper and lighter. I see little reason to use a Lipo unless the radio was designed for it. LiFe batteries are an option if you need a lot of capacity and want low self-discharge, but they do require a special charger like Lipos do.
Old 06-17-2015 | 11:28 AM
  #7  
raptureboy's Avatar
 
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 2,621
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
From: Kempton PA
Default

Lipos and life's charge them forget them, Ready to fly when you are.

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are On



Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.