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Review on πŸ”‹ Loopacell's High Capacity AA Rechargeable Battery - 8 Pack, 1.2V 1000mAh NiCD Batteries by Marko Forth

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Actual capacity is less than rated capacity

I ordered 2 (16pcs) to rebuild some old battery packs. Batteries were delivered in 8 pieces. in flexible envelope, shrink-wrapped in groups of 4 pieces. I ran a cycle to test each cell on my charger to sort the same capacities into the same battery packs. The test cycle consisted of a 200mA charge, followed by a 100mA discharge, followed by another charge cycle. The cell capacity varied from 790 mA to 1010 mA, averaging 900 mA with a standard deviation of 67 mA. Cells are marked with at least 1000mA, of which only one cell is reached. I think the minimum estimate of 800mA is more reasonable/fair. The average current of 900mA is 50% higher than the typical NiCD current of 600mA. Good deal compared to typical NiCD batteries, just not as high as rated. I haven't tested durability and don't intend to.

Pros
  • High support and durability ratings from testers
Cons
  • Not as thick as other options