BCD325P2/BCD996P2: Newer EBL NiMH AA batteries in BCD325P2 seem to have better life.

[CollinsURG]

Has anyone else tried these newer EBL 2800 mAh AAs in their BCD325P2? With these particular markings?

https://a.co/d/0bCZ3TR

A fresh pair start at 2.77 volts. Settle at 2.49 to 2.34 volts for most of the runtime until finally dropping to 2.22 volts when the battery alert comes on after 6 hours or more.

The older version was also rated 2800 mAH, but I only got 5 to 5.5 hours runtime.

They were received with an EBL charger, but that photo showed the older version batteries. https://a.co/d/i3Y8YbN

I also ordered the 8 pack coming Wednesday.

I am getting extended runtime. At least 6 hours so far on a full charge. One time 6.5 hours. Monitoring a moderately active system and squelch activated backlight. Volume level 7. Not very loud. I passively listen for certain types of calls.

 

[bradenmikael]

I will need to look into these batteries. I currently use Eneloop Pros and have a solid 6 to almost 7 hours continuous use.
I usually keep batteries out of this scanner and use external power, though since it's mainly on my end table near my recliner.

 

[CollinsURG]

I will need to look into these batteries. I currently use Eneloop Pros and have a solid 6 to almost 7 hours continuous use.
I usually keep batteries out of this scanner and use external power, though since it's mainly on my end table near my recliner.

I tried Eneloop Pro, but 3 of the four went bad after a few months. Used the Panasonic charger. Maybe a bad batch? I had trouble with a few EBL a while back, but good luck the past 2 years with the version previous to the ones I posted, which are also 2800 mAh but start out at about 2.6 volts instead of 2.77 and don't last as long. Hoping this new version holds up.