Petzl TIKKA XP question

[itsonlyme]

Can I use AAA Lithium batteries for my Petzl TIKKA XP?
As I understand, AAA Lithium batteries do not leak when left inside of these headlamps.
So is it OK to leave them inside the headlamp?

Thanks

 

[jinya1004]

Ive only experienced alkaline batteries leaking, I would personally be fine with leaving lithiums in my own lights.

 

[Szemhazai]

itsonlyme , yes u can use lithiums.

 

[desmobob]

My Tikka headlamp has had a diet of only lithiums since I bought it, several years ago. They're great lights, and using lithiums is good insurance against them getting ruined by a leaky alkaline battery.

Take it easy,
Bob

 

[itsonlyme]

So just to confirm, that the AAA Lithium batteries will not leak if I keep them inside of my headlamp for longer periods of time?
I want to keep the batteries left inside of the light in case of a power outage or other emergencies.

 

[Szemhazai]

Yes, the lithiums have the safest chemistry for long storage.

 

[Gaffle]

Don't forget about LSD NiMH. Get yourself a good charger, some LSD NiMH, and you now have batteries that keep a charge for a long time with no leaking. Just some food for thought. I hate throwing away primaries so my entire house now runs on rechargeables.

 

[itsonlyme]

I got myself these for my Petzl TIKKA XP light.
AAA Lithium.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BQY36SM/

I will leave them inside the light as you all posted that these will not leak. Because when a power outage hits my area, I do not want to waste any time looking for the batteries and putting them in the light.

 

[yellow]

the tikka has an electronic switch (in contrast to a mechanical one),
so there is a bit of current draw all the time (even when it is very small)

NOT "SAFE" FOR LONG TERM STORAGE!!

when You dont use it, put anything (small piece of paper) between one of the batteries and the corresponding light contact.
Remove that be4 use

 

[bearbreeder]

The new tikka (base model) has a mechanical switch

The tikka+ and xp are electronic




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[Scubabixler]

Yes, the lithiums have the safest chemistry for long storage.

they are safer, but will they store power longer or the same? Thanks!