I've been running 2xRCR123's in my Lenslight Stinger, but was wondering if I could use a single larger rechargeable cell? 18650's are to big, so I was thinking 17650 or 17500's. Works fine off the 2xRCR123's, just prfer to use single cells when possible with rechargeables.
Is There a Rechargeable Larger Single Cell That will work in my LensLight 2x Stinger?
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How many volts is the lamp rated for? You may need 2 cells to get the required voltage. Didn't some of those lights come with a rechargeable battery stick? First check the lamp voltage, then look for a battery. I see nothing wrong with running 2 quality RCRs in the light. A 17670 would probably fit, but the voltage may be too low.
HotWire I picked up some 17670's (AW 3.7V 1600mAh) and they almost sorta worked. Let me explain. The first night I ran one, the light seemed to be working good. Only got about 15 to 20 minutes of run-time before she wouldn't go into high mode. Even after switching in full batteries she didn't want to go on high. I took the batteries out and the next morning when I woke she was working fine again, so I gave her another shot with the 17670 cell. This time I was more scientific and actually timed the usage. After a little over an hour of running pretty close to what looked like the standard high output she tapered off for another hour before I switched in a fresh 17670 cell. This time she did the same thing as she had done the first time. I'd not exactly an electrician so I have no idea whats going on. For now I'm just going to use 2xRCR123's.
