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41c/cv/cx batteries
Message #1 Posted by Joe Edwards on 7 Feb 2003, 8:51 a.m.

Okay great oracles, I need the wisdom of the ages regarding the 41c N-batteries. Never heard of them before. What should I know regarding these little power cells? Are they toxic? Will they provide me with loads of free cash? How about good looks? OR, how about where can I find these guys?

Thanks

Joe

      
Re: 41c/cv/cx batteries
Message #2 Posted by Richard Garner on 7 Feb 2003, 9:51 a.m.,
in response to message #1 by Joe Edwards

N-Cells can be gotten at Radio Shack, Wal-Mart, Target and generally any department store that has an electronics section. They are no more toxic than any other standard type of battery. They usually cost about $3.00 for a pack of 2, you will need 4 (2 packs) for the 41. Depending on use and what accessories you have on the 41 the N-Cells will last 8 to 12 months. Hope this helps.

      
Re: 41c/cv/cx batteries
Message #3 Posted by Vieira, Luiz C. (Brazil) on 7 Feb 2003, 9:51 a.m.,
in response to message #1 by Joe Edwards

Hi;

I'm no Oracle, but there are a few things about the N-Cells that are known by many of us.

They are available as Alkaline, NiCad and NiMH, having the same internal characteristics as the other Alkaline, NiCad and NiMH batteries, except for the capacity (mAH) that varies from one type and brand to another. You may also know about it, but it's never worth mentioning: Alkalines are not rechargeable, NiMH and NiCads are. I remember I saw and used some regular type N-cells a long time ago, but they did not keep my HP41C working for long times.

About toxicity, all known cares for disposability and handling must be taken into account because chemicals are strictly the same.

Among us in here, there is one contributor that seems to be the one who deals with batteries for more time, and he knows about brands and types. If I am not wrong it is Glyn, and maybe we are lucky having his comments and explanations about this subject (if I am not wrong, he is a representative or works with batteries, something like this). And he writes too well, easy explains every aspects and details as much as needed. As I am a foreigner, I believe he has one of the best English writing I've ever read before.

Not so much of help, but a few info. Hope it helps a bit.

Cheers.

      
Re: 41c/cv/cx batteries
Message #4 Posted by Bill Smith on 7 Feb 2003, 11:44 a.m.,
in response to message #1 by Joe Edwards

if it helps, i noticed on Feb 06 that Home Depot carries a pack of Dura cell alkalines 2 N-cells for $2.19

      
Re: 41c/cv/cx batteries
Message #5 Posted by Joe Edwards on 7 Feb 2003, 2:16 p.m.,
in response to message #1 by Joe Edwards

I am sorry. The toxic comment was a joke.

Joe

            
Re: 41c/cv/cx batteries
Message #6 Posted by Chris Catotti (Florida) on 7 Feb 2003, 10:43 p.m.,
in response to message #5 by Joe Edwards

Eveready and Duracell both guarantee the batteries not to leak in the device (HP-41) and will pay for repair or replacement. Radio Shack does not offer this guarantee.


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