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Old 06-29-2017, 07:13 AM   #21
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I use Eneloop rechargeable batteries for the fan. I have AA to D adaptors which use 3 AA batteries per D cell. Costco sells a Eneloop charger with batteries. I use them in all my stuff which require AAA or AA batteries
I have buckets of Eneloops, which power most anything we have battery wise. One of the best things about them is that they hold charge for a very long time compared to other rechargeables.
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Old 06-29-2017, 08:47 AM   #22
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I love my little square Double D cube fan. Like Jim, batteries seem to last forever. I only use it when camping and take the batteries out during storage.

The great part, is if the fridge temp starts to rise, I grab a frozen water bottle out of the freezer, put it in the refrigerator and put the fan right next to it. Temp drops fast in the refrigerator. Repeat as necessary
We've found keeping extra freezer space fairly well full with blue ice or other frozen items really helps mitigate temperature changes in the fridge. And Donna's idea is one we'll have to try too.
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I have buckets of Eneloops, which power most anything we have battery wise. One of the best things about them is that they hold charge for a very long time compared to other rechargeables.
They also seems to last much longer than any other brand of rechargeables that I have tried. A guy who spends a lot of time testing batteries and battery chargers and posting his tests on Amazon ("NLee the Engineer") says it is really important to have a very good smart charger too. For a least a while, he concluded that some of the Amazon Basics rechargeables were rebranded Eneloops. (see the top rated review here: Amazon Basics )
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I found one of these wired fans worked better than the battery powered units.
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They also seems to last much longer than any other brand of rechargeables that I have tried. A guy who spends a lot of time testing batteries and battery chargers and posting his tests on Amazon ("NLee the Engineer") says it is really important to have a very good smart charger too. For a least a while, he concluded that some of the Amazon Basics rechargeables were rebranded Eneloops. (see the top rated review here: Amazon Basics )
I do use a smart charger. Important for any rechargeable batteries. Set the charge for the mA capacity of the battery, so a refresh, etc.
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