Batteries

Batteries are PI Supplied.

Batteries come in two main types, primary which are single use and secondary which are rechargeable.

Primary Batteries
Type Voltage Capacity Notes
Zinc Air Cell 1.5 V up to 600 Ah Capacity dependent on cell size, poor cold performance
Primary Lithium

DD Cell
3.6 V  36 Ah Poor at handling current surges
       

 

Rechargeable Batteries
Type Voltage Capacity Notes
Lead-Acid 12.0 V 180W/kg Never use unsealed batteries
NiCd 1.2 V 150W/kg  
Lithium-ion 3.6 V 300W/kg Poor at handling current surges
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