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 1 year 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 1 year ago
dantheclamman@lemmy.world 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year ago
Lkline leaks, lithium explodes
worsedoughnut@lemdro.id 1 year ago
Yeah but at least you’ll know exactly when the lithium ones go bad…