Energizer Rechargeable 15 Minute Charger
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Product Description
Includes: One Charger and 4 AA 2200 mAh NiMH Batteries are included. Lasts up to 4x longer in digital cameras. 15-Minute Charger Features: Safety - Microprocessor control; Bad battery detection; Surge protection; Short circuit protection; Overcharge protection; Temperature control; Timer control. Convenience - Batteries ready for use in 15 minutes; AA/AAA Charging; Automatically detects AA or AAA battery; Individual cell channel charging; Maintenance charge; Charge status indicator. About Rechargeable Batteries: The higher the mAh rating, the more you get out of your device. High drain devices need higher mAh batteries. Lower mAh capacity is sufficient in low drain devices. Charger made in China. Batteries made in Japan.
Product Details
- Product Dimensions: 9 x 4 x 3.7 inches ; 1.3 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
- ASIN: B000GF2L7E
- UPC: 039800082411 039800057655
- Item model number: CH15MNCP4
Product Features
- Sleek design
- 4AA NiMH Batteries are included.
Energizer Rechargeable 15 Minute Charger
Customer Reviews
I really like it. Although I have a few reservations, I do recommend it 100%. It really does charge the batteries in 15 minutes; this is a miracle to me, since I have always used those overnight chargers (you know, once your batteries are empty, you can't use them again until tomorrow).
The heat issue is what concerns me. It has a built in fan, which is a good thing since the batteries get pretty warm. I make sure that I stand it on end, so the fan is aimed at the air and not the table. I suspect that charging the batteries so fast and making them so warm shortens the lifespan and capacity somewhat.
There are many good things. You can do 1, 2, 3, or 4 batteries (hooray-I have several things that use 1 or 3 batteries, and my other chargers will only do 2 or 4). It is a smart charger, so if a battery is no good, it won't charge. When the batteries are done, the red light turns green. It comes with 4 AA NiMH's that are 2200 mAh and made in Japan.
Some things I did not like:
it is really 25 minutes, since you are suppose to leave it in 10 minutes after the light turns green.
there is only one light for all 4 slots; if you get a blinking red light, you have to take batteries in and out to find the bad one
the + side of the slot is a moveable, black button
The wall plug is your basic block adapter. The input to the charger (from the plug) lists 11-16volts and 5amps. Output (to the batteries) is 5.6volts, 7.5amps (for AA) and 3amps (for AAA).
I bought this charger after tiring of having to constantly replace my camera's AA batteries, and it is tremendous. When I am in the middle of taking photos and my batteries give out, it only takes 15 minutes to recharge and I am back in business. Whether or not I actively use the camera, the charge lasts for at least a month and hundreds of photos. Though the unit was a bit expensive, as are the batteries, I know I am saving a LOT of $$$ in the long run.
After 8 months of bliss with this unit, I bought a second for another room and the AAA batteries in a snowglobe. So far the first charge has lasted almost a month of non-stop use.
I can't help but wonder if the reviewers having all the problems with this unit are using other than the Energizer batteries that come with it or not following simple directions. I only charge the batteries when they are depleted, so I don't get any flashing red lights, or rejected batteries, and it doesn't affect my TV, either.
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