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Will anyone even go through all 100 before they lose thier life?
My household has gone through at least 100 in the last 2 years.
Lots of 'sensors' for weather, motion, etc. use AAAs and aren't always happy w/ 1.2V-nominal NiMH rechargeable AAAs. The alkalines also seem SLGHTLY more tolerant of sub-0 temps (freezer sensors). 'Tap Lights' also will eat thru these. (Disabled family member uses the taplights in our kitchen cabinets.)
[Also, certain 'devices' potentially used by one's significant other, tend to eat through AAAs. Cheap lil DC motors are quite sensitive to voltage, and don't 'operate fully' on most rechargeables. Wasn't uncommon for 'still good, but weak' alkalines to get tossed out.]
Will anyone even go through all 100 before they lose thier life?
Apparently. Because unbeknownst to me, when I clicked that link, Amazon showed me I bought a 100 pack a little over 2 years. A few bucks cheaper than this. And well, I think I am about out of AAAs right now. Funny because I don't remember every ordering that many, but apparently I did.
Not going to get into a pissing match about battery quality, but Kirkland (Costco) batteries are actually made by Duracell; 48 (AA or AAA) for $16.49 or about $0.35/battery. Yes more $$ than this but you don't need to buy 100, and Kirkland are guaranteed for 12 year shelf life; these are 10. If you really want to get picky and have executive and CC w/ Costco it's $15.50 for 48 which brings the cost down to almost $0.32/battery.
Not going to get into a pissing match about battery quality, but Kirkland (Costco) batteries are actually made by Duracell; 48 (AA or AAA) for $16.49 or about $0.35/battery. Yes more $$ than this but you don't need to buy 100, and Kirkland are guaranteed for 12 year shelf life; these are 10. If you really want to get picky and have executive and CC w/ Costco it's $15.50 for 48 which brings the cost down to almost $0.32/battery.
I used to buy Kirkland/Duracell batteries 100 or more at a time (used them for business), and swore by them.
Starting a couple of years ago, all Duracell batteries are extremely prone to leaking-- including the Kirkland/Costco ones. They leak when they're old, when they're fresh &
Not going to get into a pissing match about battery quality, but Kirkland (Costco) batteries are actually made by Duracell; 48 (AA or AAA) for $16.49 or about $0.35/battery. Yes more $$ than this but you don't need to buy 100, and Kirkland are guaranteed for 12 year shelf life; these are 10. If you really want to get picky and have executive and CC w/ Costco it's $15.50 for 48 which brings the cost down to almost $0.32/battery.
Well, I'm not intending a pissing match, but.....
I used to buy Kirkland batteries 100 or more at a time (used them for business), and swore by them.
Starting a few years ago, Duracells are extremely prone to leaking, and this includes Kirklands. They leak when they're well-used, when barely used, and when still new in package. Bottom line, I wouldn't use them now if they were free, since the cost of repairing or replacing damaged electronics makes it a bad idea.
I don't know what's going on with Duracell: they built their reputation on being the best for pro use, and they don't seem willing at all to address/fix this problem.
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Lots of 'sensors' for weather, motion, etc. use AAAs and aren't always happy w/ 1.2V-nominal NiMH rechargeable AAAs. The alkalines also seem SLGHTLY more tolerant of sub-0 temps (freezer sensors). 'Tap Lights' also will eat thru these. (Disabled family member uses the taplights in our kitchen cabinets.)
[Also, certain 'devices' potentially used by one's significant other, tend to eat through AAAs. Cheap lil DC motors are quite sensitive to voltage, and don't 'operate fully' on most rechargeables. Wasn't uncommon for 'still good, but weak' alkalines to get tossed out.]
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Starting a couple of years ago, all Duracell batteries are extremely prone to leaking-- including the Kirkland/Costco ones. They leak when they're old, when they're fresh &
I used to buy Kirkland batteries 100 or more at a time (used them for business), and swore by them.
Starting a few years ago, Duracells are extremely prone to leaking, and this includes Kirklands. They leak when they're well-used, when barely used, and when still new in package. Bottom line, I wouldn't use them now if they were free, since the cost of repairing or replacing damaged electronics makes it a bad idea.
I don't know what's going on with Duracell: they built their reputation on being the best for pro use, and they don't seem willing at all to address/fix this problem.
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