DRIS 1000 with rechargeable batteries?

[divebrasil]

Hi, I was wondering if anyone has used rechargeable batteries on the DRIS 100 dive light? How much burn time do you get in average?

Thanks so much

 

[3D diver]

I've been using some Tenergy NiMh rechargeables C-size & get around 2 hours continuous use, but haven't measured it exactly. I have two sets of batteries and swap between dives.

 

[divebrasil]

I've been using some Tenergy NiMh rechargeables C-size & get around 2 hours continuous use, but haven't measured it exactly. I have two sets of batteries and swap between dives.

Thanks. 2 hours not a lot.

They claim the regular batteries last 5, but not sure would last that long.

Anybody else with experience to share?

Thanks

 

[3D diver]

Alkalies definitely last longer---I've never run them to exhaustion, but have run them long enough to believe the 5 hour rating. I use my lights---4 lights at a time---for video. I got the rechargeable because I was accumulating a large bag full of partially discharged batteries.

The NiMh definitely don't last as long. I can usually get two dives in on a single charge, but swap the batteries just to be sure.

I recently bought a set of their Impact shorties and set up a second complete camera/tray/light setup, so do one dive per camera rig these days.

 

[Dive Right In Scuba 2]

Like with anything, rechargeable batteries have a much shorter run time than alkaline . Also, while our light is rated to 5 hours....there are a number of factors that could shorten that from time to time. Even when running the recommended battery. Temperature is a biggie.