As you can see from our Powerseller status we sell a lot of batteries and still remain a family run business who pride ourselves on outstanding customer service. We have found Vapextech batteries of the highest quality and feedback supports the fact that they are long lasting and well priced.

Many of our customers return for more as they experience quality and value for money. Model enthusiast and general users can find the full range of batteries and as I am the Distributor for Vapextech in the UK I have large stocks. See Vapextech.co.uk for more information.

VAPEXTECH supplys a great number of innovative and practical products to the global markets. VAPEXTECH has a very strong support from the research and development efforts of a team of 10 engineers. They are not only possess expertise in a variety of products like battery, Metal-Hydrogen Absorbing Metal and other chemical materials, but can also discern the real needs of the customers, while keeping an eye on market development. However, our engineers are never content themselves with their achievements. They keep on customers with the best quality product. It's no wonder that our customers have put so much confidence in VAPEXTECH.



VAPEXTECH's batteries are exported to World wide market, like USA, Europe, Australia, Korea, Taiwan and so on. These products comply with various safety standards such as UL and CE. The company was awarded the ISO9001 accreditation, all VAPEXTECH's products have to undergo a series aging and capacity tests. Moreover, as a final controlling measure, a series Reliability tests of safety test including short, over-charge, over-discharge, dropping, vibration, salt application, plus storage and operation at normal / high / low temperatures are performed on a specified quantity of the products before delivering to customers. With such a rigorous monitoring system, there's no surprise that VAPEXTECH has gained the trust of customers from all over the world.

Can I use 1.2 V rechargeable batteries in devices that usually take 1.5 V throw away batteries?

Using 1.2 V rechargeable batteries will have no effect on the use of the equipment. Indeed, an alkaline battery only benefits from 1.5 V voltage at the beginning of its discharge. Then, it drops constantly to well below 1.2 V. Finally, it drops to around 0.6 V. Most equipment will work happily on anything between 0.9 V and 1.5 V. Unlike alkaline batteries where the voltage drops quickly, rechargeable batteries offer a more constant voltage around 1.25 V throughout their period of use.

That is why the latest rechargeable batteries will actually outperform alkaline batteries in equipment calling for a constant and high level of energy input, such as digital cameras, flashes, camcorders, computers, portable phones, CD players.


What is the difference between rechargeable alkaline batteries and Ni-Cd & Ni-MH rechargeable batteries?

Rechargeable alkaline provide lower performance than ordinary alkaline batteries but can be recharged up to about 20 times. Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) and Ni-Cd (Nickel-Cadmium) rechargeable batteries can be recharged up to 1,000 times. In addition, if a rechargeable alkaline battery is discharged entirely, there is a strong risk that it can no longer be used and will have to be disposed of.

Further, a rechargeable alkaline battery cannot be used for equipment using high current (digital cameras, flashes, etc.). It is unsuitable for fast charging and needs to be recharged in chargers designed specifically for the purpose. Otherwise, it will allow corrosive electrolyte to escape and damage the charger.

To summarize, the rechargeable alkaline battery represents a high cost for very limited use.



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