Rechargeable batteries self-discharge and get damaged if left unplugged for too long, and explode if left plugged in. They are not ideal for something you want to pack away in an emergency kit.
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tarjeezy@lemmy.ca 11 months agoAlkaline batteries are the crappy ones that leak. Get the more expensive lithium batteries, or go full on rechargeable ones, and you can leave them in without worrying about your device getting ruined.
Pxtl@lemmy.ca 11 months ago
dantheclamman@lemmy.world 11 months ago
Almost everything in an emergency kit expires. But many name brand alkaline and non rechargeable lithiums are now rated for ten years shelf life. In addition there are rechargeable eneloop branded batteries rated for slower discharge rate.
Pxtl@lemmy.ca 11 months ago
Yes, but there’s a difference between “expires” and “leaks all over the inside of my emergency radio”. And they don’t make it to half their stated lifespans once put into a flashlight.
Jumpinship@lemmy.world 11 months ago
Lkline leaks, lithium explodes
worsedoughnut@lemdro.id 11 months ago
Yeah but at least you’ll know exactly when the lithium ones go bad…