On 11/01/2011 10:56, alan.b.pearce@stfc.ac.uk wrote: >>> Obtain/make a say ~~ 0.2 R resistor. Attach VOLT meter across it so >>> you don't need to hold it in place. Briefly place across Eneloop. What >>> is voltage? >> What result did you get? > If he got anything, I would suggest it would be a very hot hand ... > > I am not sure I would recommend attempting a short circuit current test o= n these cells, but rather extrapolating the internal impedance from measuri= ng volts and current simultaneously from the 2.5A or so that he knows he ca= n draw. I don't believe the Internal Resistance is linear. Self heating and Chemistry affects Internal Resistance vs current. --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .