12v Excalibur 1600ma Nimh replacement pod

[Mike(MI)]

Was just wondering if anyone using the drop-in battery Nimh replacement pods that sell for about $34 have tried the fast chargers and if there is a problem with the battery pods warping from the heat of a fast charge. Tried to search the forum but couldn't find any info. Thanks, Mike

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[biglry]

Yep, I use one on my Excal, no problem slipping it into the AAA battery pod. I use the same charger as I use for my SOV GT (15vdc/no load 100mA). I just bought an adapter so it will plug into either battery pack, Excal's 5.45x12 mm or SOV's 3.45x11mm, both are center positive.
I did put a thermal gun on it several times and the hottest it has ever got is 76 deg F.
I love the 1600ma NiMH battery, it runs my Excal for about 16 hrs before letting me know time to recharge.

Respectfully,
Larry

 

[Mike(MI)]

Thanks for the reply. Those pods are so expensive didn't want to chance it. The only thing is, the guy selling the pod is also selling a 600ma charger which is supposed to charge it in 4 hours. Too fast? Mike

 

[BigCatDaddy]

I have bought the Nimh replacements and the charger and have seen no ill effects from the fast charge so far. But then again, I haven't gotten it wet either. It charges about as fast as the car charger from Minelab, so I guess it's OK!! You get good long life from one charge, that's for sure. Much better than the Nicads.