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General Science => General Science => Topic started by: Hadrian on 28/04/2006 13:05:07

Title: Out of Batteries
Post by: Hadrian on 28/04/2006 13:05:07


In the subject Batteries a interesting point came up
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Originally posted by chris

Dave - any idea how much current flows through the tester? I'd think it's quite energy hungry. In that respect no wonder battery makers are so keen to add them to their cells, if they encourage you to flatten the batteries and then buy new ones!




You have to admit it’s a clever idea to use up some of the product in self testing. I wonder how it could be transferred. I know a lot printers use up ink each time you start them.  

Can you think of any others?


 




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Title: Re: Out of Batteries
Post by: neilep on 28/04/2006 15:34:24
I really can not imagine that this would have such a great effect on the overall life of the battery. I actually like it as a useful tool. With four kids , with all their toys and devices we get through a lot of batteries.

You'd only use the tester once or twice just before using the battery

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Title: Re: Out of Batteries
Post by: Carolyn on 28/04/2006 16:50:15
Crap - I forgot to get batteries today for my keyboard and mouse.  Thanks for reminding me.

Carolyn[:I]
Title: Re: Out of Batteries
Post by: neilep on 28/04/2006 16:55:14
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Originally posted by Carolyn

Crap - I forgot to get batteries today for my keyboard and mouse.  Thanks for reminding me.

Carolyn[:I]



I have a spare keyboard and mouse. If you want to furnish me with plane tickets (first class) then I would be happy to give them to you.

I am sure you agree this would make for a far more worthwhile and ' value for money ' way of serving your need. [;)]

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Title: Re: Out of Batteries
Post by: Hadrian on 30/04/2006 18:16:25


Neil your generosity know no bounds

 



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