vgdvc Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 Hello. Has anyone that uses 2032 size batteries in their optic found a consistent difference from one brand to another regarding intensity/longetivity?Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzt Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) I've found that Energizer is the most consistent. I buy in bulk and check each with a voltage meter. They are all up around 3.2+V. With other brands I've got a few below 3V and some essentially dead at 2.8V. Edited January 12, 2020 by zzt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vgdvc Posted January 12, 2020 Author Share Posted January 12, 2020 16 minutes ago, zzt said: I've found that Energizer is the most consistent. I buy in bulk and check each with a voltage meter. They are all up around 3.2+V. With other brands I've got a few below 3V and some essentially dead at 2.8V. Thanks for the response. I have an Alpha 3 FTP. It came with a Panasonic battery. It seems to have been bright for quite a few practice sessions in three matches. I replaced it with a Maxwell today. Seeing the Panasonic battery was made in Japan I thought it would be a smart choice. I'll have to look into it better but it seems as if by the end of today's match it was less bright than the used Panasonic it replaced. Getting a voltmeter to test each one is definitely a worthwhile idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
36873687 Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I like lithium energizer Also best I’ve found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 24 minutes ago, 36873687 said: I like lithium energizer Also best I’ve found I'm another for Energizer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBomber Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 Energizer or Rayovacs are what I run most of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevrofreak Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) Made in Japan Maxell are great. Edited January 12, 2020 by chevrofreak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vgdvc Posted January 12, 2020 Author Share Posted January 12, 2020 I suppose once I get an accurate volt meter that should tell all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 1 hour ago, vgdvc said: I suppose once I get an accurate volt meter that should tell all. Something like this is more than sufficient. Comes in handy next time you’re wondering if an outlet in your home is really live or dead, a 9v battery is good, or exactly why your car won’t start. AstroAI Digital Multimeter with Ohm Volt Amp and Diode Voltage Tester Meter (Dual Fused for Anti-Burn) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ISAMUA6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9q8gEb3DMYZKM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverscooby27 Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 Duracell is where it’s at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahfox32 Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 I've had good results with Energizer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vgdvc Posted January 13, 2020 Author Share Posted January 13, 2020 1 hour ago, MemphisMechanic said: Something like this is more than sufficient. Comes in handy next time you’re wondering if an outlet in your home is really live or dead, a 9v battery is good, or exactly why your car won’t start. AstroAI Digital Multimeter with Ohm Volt Amp and Diode Voltage Tester Meter (Dual Fused for Anti-Burn) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ISAMUA6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9q8gEb3DMYZKM 1 hour ago, MemphisMechanic said: 5 hours ago, zzt said: Thanks. I'll look to get a unit with a dcv setting and battery backload test as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregJ Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 I asked a buddy of mine that does a LOT of RDS training, same question a few months ago. Duracell, then Sony. Energizer QC is crap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bwillis Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 http://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/7dc128_50a7c57f2d284e53bca8584a7f7925b1.pdf somewhere in this sage dynamics article, Aaron talks about batteries and states Duracell withstands the recoil the best of the batteries they tested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzt Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 After reading these comments I'm beginning to believe WHO you buy from is more important than the brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
echotango Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) 30 minutes ago, zzt said: After reading these comments I'm beginning to believe WHO you buy from is more important than the brand. 100%. 80 Energizers for $1.99 shipped on ebay should be a red flag. Even amazon. Edited January 13, 2020 by echotango Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 4 hours ago, zzt said: After reading these comments I'm beginning to believe WHO you buy from is more important than the brand. 3 hours ago, echotango said: 100%. 80 Energizers for $1.99 shipped on ebay should be a red flag. Even amazon. https://www.businessinsider.com/amazon-dumpster-divers-selling-trash-wsj-report-2019-12 Nolan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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