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
D Cell (alkaline) 1.6 V 12 Ah  
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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