Apptech wrote:
>> Probably will.  It probably just won't make it to the 
>> flight bag,
>> ever.  But I might consider it as a backup... the NiMH's 
>> in AA format,
>> can you get to them to replace them quickly, or is it an 
>> ordeal with a
>> screwdriver that can't be done with ease?  Can't tell from 
>> the photos...
> 
> Screw down plugs, one per cell, coarsish thread.
> O ring seals.
> The enthused could add something to make these finger 
> removable.
> You could use Alkalines :-).
> It's only MEANT to run on 3 x NimH but it will happily run 
> on several times the voltage.
> Preferably don't run it on more than about 9 volts :-).

That's nice.  I hate it when you can't get the batteries in/out easily. 
  The cap/plug thing seems to be the easiest option for the mechanics of 
doing it fairly easily on most lights.

Nate
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