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Subject: Re: [Simmons Drums] Re: Memory backup batteries in Simmons gear

From: jesper <jesper@...>
Date: 2012-03-18

gordonjcp skrev 2012-03-18 13:26:
>
> > I've been told that a Lithium battery would be a good replacement.
>
> Nope. Totally unsuitable, and they can have a very short life unless you
> muck about extensively with very low power RAM chips.
>
> > So, I think I might fit a Lithium battery (CR123a type or similar)
>
> Fit an NiMH, they're a drop-in replacement.
>
> > I really don't want to use ni-cad batteries any more, I've seen so
> much good gear ruined by them.
>
> You can't even get NiCad backup batteries any more. Just get a NiMH, fit
> it, and forget it for another twenty years.
>
> --
> Gordonjcp MM0YEQ

Well, opinions differ. Make sure you use the right current and mod's if
necessary though. :)


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electronically yours, jesper

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