Become a Site Supporter and Never see Ads again!

Author Topic: TS.com needs a battery maker.  (Read 18028 times)

0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.

Offline justink

  • Trade Count: (4)
  • Taperssection All-Star
  • ****
  • Posts: 1973
  • Gender: Male
TS.com needs a battery maker.
« on: February 26, 2012, 11:32:44 AM »
We've got modders and cable makers.  is anyone a battery maker?  Maybe something like RC batteries stuffed in a ratshack box?

:)
Mics:
DPA 4023 (Cardioid)
DPA 4028 (Subcardioid)
DPA 4018V (Supercardioid)
Earthworks TC25 (Omni) 

Pres and A/D's:
Grace Design Lunatec V3 (Oade ACM)
Edirol UA-5 (bm2p+ Mod)

Recorders:
Sound Devices MixPre10 II
Edirol R-44 (Oade CM)
Sony PCM‑M10

Offline justink

  • Trade Count: (4)
  • Taperssection All-Star
  • ****
  • Posts: 1973
  • Gender: Male
Mics:
DPA 4023 (Cardioid)
DPA 4028 (Subcardioid)
DPA 4018V (Supercardioid)
Earthworks TC25 (Omni) 

Pres and A/D's:
Grace Design Lunatec V3 (Oade ACM)
Edirol UA-5 (bm2p+ Mod)

Recorders:
Sound Devices MixPre10 II
Edirol R-44 (Oade CM)
Sony PCM‑M10

Offline bryonsos

  • Omni addict
  • Trade Count: (28)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 2061
  • Gender: Male
  • If it's important, tell me to write it down.
    • LMA uploads
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #2 on: February 26, 2012, 01:09:45 PM »
http://www.rosebatteries.com/batterycalculator.asp

Just asked for a quote, so I thank you, but my wallet curses you sir!
Mics: 3 Zigma Chi HA-FX (COL-251, c, h, o-d, o-f) / Avenson STO-2 / Countryman B3s
Pres: CA-Ugly / Naiant Tinyhead / SD MixPre
Decks: Roland R-44 / Sony PCM-M10
GAKables
Dead Muppets

My recordings LMA / BT / TTD

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #3 on: February 26, 2012, 08:44:03 PM »
Years & year ago I researched selling rechargeable batteries. To become a legal, AKA store type of, battery resale operation then you must be willing to accept batteries for recycle/disposal.  It didn't say you had to advertise it but had to be willing to do it.  The big kick in the ass was the mercury in batteries and that was before Li-ion.  I don't know if it is still true but it was a deal breaker at the time.  Batteries are a toxic area and I'm pretty sure that EPA laws have tightened up on all of that stuff. So being a "Battery Maker" seems like you either go totally legit in order to cover your ass with environmental laws or stay off the radar and pray that nothing bad comes back to haunt you.

Offline yltfan

  • Trade Count: (14)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 2572
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #4 on: February 26, 2012, 09:36:56 PM »
One more reason to support Ron Paul for President! He'd do away with the stupid EPA and their stupid regulations. Cheap batteries for all!
Mics: AT4051, AT4053, KM140, AKG C414, Beyerdynamic MEM86 guns, Nak cm300, AT853 4.7mod
Pre: V3, CA-9100
Recorders: Busman DR-680, iRivers, minidisc, jb3, and DAT

Dime torrents: http://www.dimeadozen.org/account-details.php?id=88009

Offline F.O.Bean

  • Team Schoeps Tapir that
  • Trade Count: (126)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 40690
  • Gender: Male
  • Taperus Maximus
    • MediaFire Recordings
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #5 on: February 27, 2012, 03:12:41 AM »
Yeah, I could use an external 12-24v DC battery for my Sax. I can record a whole festival with just 4 sets of 4xAA's for my new LB :) And I can record a whole festy with my Sax w/ just 4 sets of 2x9v's :) Not too shabby IMO. Plus, a single change for each of my M10's and I'm set!
Schoeps MK 4V & MK 41V ->
Schoeps 250|0 KCY's (x2) ->
Naiant +60v|Low Noise PFA's (x2) ->
DarkTrain Right Angle Stubby XLR's (x3) ->
Sound Devices MixPre-6 & MixPre-3

http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/diskobean
http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/Bean420
http://bt.etree.org/mytorrents.php
http://www.mediafire.com/folder/j9eu80jpuaubz/Recordings

Offline Hypnocracy

  • Site Supporter
  • Trade Count: (46)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *
  • Posts: 2011
  • Hypnocratic Missionary
    • Hypno on teh LMA
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #6 on: March 01, 2012, 03:20:36 PM »
Could one get around it by specifying the LI-Ion battery pack the end user would purchase and install but selling a box that has a charger-indicator-variable voltage output?
_____________
hypno on teh Archive

This must be heaven -- 'cause here's where the rainbow ends
If this ain't the real thing, then it's close enough to pretend

Offline F.O.Bean

  • Team Schoeps Tapir that
  • Trade Count: (126)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 40690
  • Gender: Male
  • Taperus Maximus
    • MediaFire Recordings
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #7 on: March 01, 2012, 09:40:37 PM »
We DEF need a battery maker ;D
Schoeps MK 4V & MK 41V ->
Schoeps 250|0 KCY's (x2) ->
Naiant +60v|Low Noise PFA's (x2) ->
DarkTrain Right Angle Stubby XLR's (x3) ->
Sound Devices MixPre-6 & MixPre-3

http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/diskobean
http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/Bean420
http://bt.etree.org/mytorrents.php
http://www.mediafire.com/folder/j9eu80jpuaubz/Recordings

Offline twatts (pants are so over-rated...)

  • <://PHiSH//><
  • Trade Count: (16)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 9941
  • Gender: Male
  • Lego made a Mini-Fig of me!
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #8 on: March 02, 2012, 08:18:21 AM »
So the guy that lives across the street from me is an "importer" from China.  He does manufacturing, design, development, etc.  I told him about how we wanted cheap but good batteries and how there were a lot of chinese options on ebay...  He is going to look into it for us and see if we can get a nice reliable battery...

Here is the link I sent him as an example...  We'll see what he come up with this weekend...

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l2736&_nkw=12v+li-ion+pack

Terry
***Do you have PHISH, VIDA BLUE, JAZZ MANDOLIN PROJECT or any other Phish related DATs/Tapes/MDs that need to be transferred???  I can do them for you!!!***

I will return your DATs/Tapes/MDs.  I'll also provide Master FLAC files via DropBox.  PM me for details.

Sony PCM R500 > SPDIF > Tascam HD-P2
Nakamichi DR-3 > (Oade Advanced Concert Mod) Tascam HD-P2
Sony MDS-JE510 > Hosa ODL-276 > Tascam HD-P2

******

Offline sparkey

  • Trade Count: (5)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 4055
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #9 on: March 02, 2012, 10:19:35 AM »
There was some one who constructed an external battery for a Nbox - I was gonna buy one but there wasn't enough interest to meet his minimum order...
#Generalstrike for president in 2024

Offline Hypnocracy

  • Site Supporter
  • Trade Count: (46)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *
  • Posts: 2011
  • Hypnocratic Missionary
    • Hypno on teh LMA
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #10 on: March 02, 2012, 03:35:34 PM »
The Chinese Li-Ion are a good start...It would be nice to have three-four voltages ranges of 12v-9v-7.2v-6v and maybe a USB 5v slot, accurate charge remaining meter, Over charge-discharge protection. 50WH at minimum.
_____________
hypno on teh Archive

This must be heaven -- 'cause here's where the rainbow ends
If this ain't the real thing, then it's close enough to pretend

Offline Chuck

  • Trade Count: (42)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 10810
  • Gender: Male
  • time between the notes...
    • My recordings on the LMA
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #11 on: March 02, 2012, 03:44:17 PM »
I'd be happy with just a reliable 12v Li-Ion that incorporated a simple battery gauge.
Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.

Microphones: AKG C 480 B comb-ULS/ CK 61/ CK 63, Sennheiser MKE 2 elements,  Audix M1290-o, Micro capsule active cables w/ Naiant PFA's, Naiant MSH-1O, Naiant AKG Active cables, Church CA-11 (cardioid), (1) Nady SCM-1000 (mod)
Pre-amps: Naiant littlebox, Naiant littlekit v2.0, BM2p+ Edirol UA-5, Church STC-9000
Recorders: Sound Devices MixPre-6, iRiver iHP-120 (Rockboxed & RTC mod)

Recordings on the LMA: http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/ChuckM
Recording website & blog: http://www.timebetweenthenotes.com

Offline twatts (pants are so over-rated...)

  • <://PHiSH//><
  • Trade Count: (16)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 9941
  • Gender: Male
  • Lego made a Mini-Fig of me!
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #12 on: March 02, 2012, 03:59:39 PM »
Well, the guy wants me to come up with a min. order of 50+ to make it worth while...  Do we think we could sell 50 of these, at cost???  I'm not looking to make any profit off of this, I just want a cheap and reliable battery...  I bet they'll run about $40 per after shipping etc...  I'll ahve to talk to him more this wekeend...

Terry
***Do you have PHISH, VIDA BLUE, JAZZ MANDOLIN PROJECT or any other Phish related DATs/Tapes/MDs that need to be transferred???  I can do them for you!!!***

I will return your DATs/Tapes/MDs.  I'll also provide Master FLAC files via DropBox.  PM me for details.

Sony PCM R500 > SPDIF > Tascam HD-P2
Nakamichi DR-3 > (Oade Advanced Concert Mod) Tascam HD-P2
Sony MDS-JE510 > Hosa ODL-276 > Tascam HD-P2

******

Offline bryonsos

  • Omni addict
  • Trade Count: (28)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 2061
  • Gender: Male
  • If it's important, tell me to write it down.
    • LMA uploads
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #13 on: March 02, 2012, 04:16:15 PM »
Well, the guy wants me to come up with a min. order of 50+ to make it worth while...  Do we think we could sell 50 of these, at cost???  I'm not looking to make any profit off of this, I just want a cheap and reliable battery...  I bet they'll run about $40 per after shipping etc...  I'll ahve to talk to him more this wekeend...

Terry

Count me in for 2. Thanks my friend! I bet if you put something in YS or Retail, you would get a lot of interest.
Mics: 3 Zigma Chi HA-FX (COL-251, c, h, o-d, o-f) / Avenson STO-2 / Countryman B3s
Pres: CA-Ugly / Naiant Tinyhead / SD MixPre
Decks: Roland R-44 / Sony PCM-M10
GAKables
Dead Muppets

My recordings LMA / BT / TTD

Offline twatts (pants are so over-rated...)

  • <://PHiSH//><
  • Trade Count: (16)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 9941
  • Gender: Male
  • Lego made a Mini-Fig of me!
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #14 on: March 02, 2012, 04:20:37 PM »
Well, the guy wants me to come up with a min. order of 50+ to make it worth while...  Do we think we could sell 50 of these, at cost???  I'm not looking to make any profit off of this, I just want a cheap and reliable battery...  I bet they'll run about $40 per after shipping etc...  I'll ahve to talk to him more this wekeend...

Terry

Count me in for 2. Thanks my friend! I bet if you put something in YS or Retail, you would get a lot of interest.

Depending on how good I feel about this after the weekend, I'll do so...

Thanks guys!

Terry
***Do you have PHISH, VIDA BLUE, JAZZ MANDOLIN PROJECT or any other Phish related DATs/Tapes/MDs that need to be transferred???  I can do them for you!!!***

I will return your DATs/Tapes/MDs.  I'll also provide Master FLAC files via DropBox.  PM me for details.

Sony PCM R500 > SPDIF > Tascam HD-P2
Nakamichi DR-3 > (Oade Advanced Concert Mod) Tascam HD-P2
Sony MDS-JE510 > Hosa ODL-276 > Tascam HD-P2

******

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #15 on: March 02, 2012, 07:18:25 PM »
Well, the guy wants me to come up with a min. order of 50+ to make it worth while...  Do we think we could sell 50 of these, at cost???  I'm not looking to make any profit off of this, I just want a cheap and reliable battery...  I bet they'll run about $40 per after shipping etc...  I'll ahve to talk to him more this wekeend...

Terry

For what kind of battery?  Same as the ones you linked to cause that is more than can get them for now?  Different voltages? user selectable or auto selecting?  mAh rating? metering? charger included? Tips included?  hardwired cable or plug in cable?  Need a lot more info before I can answer a commitment question. 

Offline twatts (pants are so over-rated...)

  • <://PHiSH//><
  • Trade Count: (16)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 9941
  • Gender: Male
  • Lego made a Mini-Fig of me!
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #16 on: March 02, 2012, 09:11:39 PM »
Well, the guy wants me to come up with a min. order of 50+ to make it worth while...  Do we think we could sell 50 of these, at cost???  I'm not looking to make any profit off of this, I just want a cheap and reliable battery...  I bet they'll run about $40 per after shipping etc...  I'll ahve to talk to him more this wekeend...

Terry

For what kind of battery?  Same as the ones you linked to cause that is more than can get them for now?  Different voltages? user selectable or auto selecting?  mAh rating? metering? charger included? Tips included?  hardwired cable or plug in cable?  Need a lot more info before I can answer a commitment question.

Understandable...  That's why I've refrained from posting more than I have now...  I haven't promised anything, I just wanted cheap and reliable.  I just know this guy that knows people over there, and can probalby find us something good instead of someting crappy... 

However, you do bring up some good things to think about in what we would like as a final product.  Again, this guy is in development and manufacturing, so we may be able to specify what we want...

Again, let me talk to him this weekend and see what he can do...

Terry
***Do you have PHISH, VIDA BLUE, JAZZ MANDOLIN PROJECT or any other Phish related DATs/Tapes/MDs that need to be transferred???  I can do them for you!!!***

I will return your DATs/Tapes/MDs.  I'll also provide Master FLAC files via DropBox.  PM me for details.

Sony PCM R500 > SPDIF > Tascam HD-P2
Nakamichi DR-3 > (Oade Advanced Concert Mod) Tascam HD-P2
Sony MDS-JE510 > Hosa ODL-276 > Tascam HD-P2

******

Offline F.O.Bean

  • Team Schoeps Tapir that
  • Trade Count: (126)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 40690
  • Gender: Male
  • Taperus Maximus
    • MediaFire Recordings
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #17 on: March 03, 2012, 02:23:41 AM »
I want a battery system for my Sax[12-24v DC] and my T+Mod UA5[if the d00d EVER hits me back and actually send it to me :P ]
Schoeps MK 4V & MK 41V ->
Schoeps 250|0 KCY's (x2) ->
Naiant +60v|Low Noise PFA's (x2) ->
DarkTrain Right Angle Stubby XLR's (x3) ->
Sound Devices MixPre-6 & MixPre-3

http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/diskobean
http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/Bean420
http://bt.etree.org/mytorrents.php
http://www.mediafire.com/folder/j9eu80jpuaubz/Recordings

Offline justink

  • Trade Count: (4)
  • Taperssection All-Star
  • ****
  • Posts: 1973
  • Gender: Male
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #18 on: March 03, 2012, 09:08:56 AM »
i just want a dvd battery 9v 5400mah clone that doesn't cost half a C note.

would it be possible to run a couple RC batteries in series, heat shrink them together, and replace the in/out connectors with the same connectors as the dvd battery (that way you can use the same charger/power cables)?  you'd also need a voltage regulator in there somewhere too i guess....
« Last Edit: March 03, 2012, 09:16:50 AM by justink »
Mics:
DPA 4023 (Cardioid)
DPA 4028 (Subcardioid)
DPA 4018V (Supercardioid)
Earthworks TC25 (Omni) 

Pres and A/D's:
Grace Design Lunatec V3 (Oade ACM)
Edirol UA-5 (bm2p+ Mod)

Recorders:
Sound Devices MixPre10 II
Edirol R-44 (Oade CM)
Sony PCM‑M10

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #19 on: March 03, 2012, 01:17:55 PM »
Here's another thought.  I have cracked the case on a couple of my bad DVD batteries and you can get the cells they use new and even at higher rating than the 5400mAh.  I have not done a battery replacement only fixed a bad switch but the case can get superglued back together with little to no harm done.  So in essence we could "referb" the batteries and keep them running.   That does not address anything except the 9volt DVD batteries though.

Offline justink

  • Trade Count: (4)
  • Taperssection All-Star
  • ****
  • Posts: 1973
  • Gender: Male
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #20 on: March 03, 2012, 01:35:33 PM »
Here's another thought.  I have cracked the case on a couple of my bad DVD batteries and you can get the cells they use new and even at higher rating than the 5400mAh.  I have not done a battery replacement only fixed a bad switch but the case can get superglued back together with little to no harm done.  So in essence we could "referb" the batteries and keep them running.   That does not address anything except the 9volt DVD batteries though.

that seems like the way to go...

is the battery swap just a simple in/out?  what kinda batteries would you go with?  off the rack energizer or duracells?
Mics:
DPA 4023 (Cardioid)
DPA 4028 (Subcardioid)
DPA 4018V (Supercardioid)
Earthworks TC25 (Omni) 

Pres and A/D's:
Grace Design Lunatec V3 (Oade ACM)
Edirol UA-5 (bm2p+ Mod)

Recorders:
Sound Devices MixPre10 II
Edirol R-44 (Oade CM)
Sony PCM‑M10

Offline JD

  • Trade Count: (9)
  • Taperssection All-Star
  • ****
  • Posts: 1643
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #21 on: March 03, 2012, 02:04:48 PM »
Most battery packs that I have dissected are made up of a configuration of 18650 lithium cells. This includes all battery geek packs, wally world DVD batteries, and the sony batteries used on our SD 7xx recorders.

http://www.batteryjunction.com/tenergy-18650-tab-2600.html

I had a good website saved, that I lost on my last computer crash, that explained how to identify the country of origin and the capacity of these cells by the color and the numbering.
If I recall, the best cells were from Japan and Taiwan, the worst from China.


These cells are relatively easy to find and work with, although they have more than double in price over the last few years. In most cases the cells would need to be soldered together.

Chances are if your battery pack dies, it is from the cells going bad and not the charging or voltage regulating circuits. So by installing new cells, you should be able to bring a bad battery pack back to life.
 
Mics: DPA 4022, 4060; Nevaton MC51, MCE400; Gefell sms2000, m20, m21, m27
Pres: DPA MMA6000; Grace V2; Portico 5012; Sonosax SX-M2
Recorders: Edirol R09hr, Sound Devices 722

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #22 on: March 03, 2012, 05:23:39 PM »
They are made up of six 18650 batteries.  I'll try to post a picture of one opened up later.  You can find them all over E-Bay at varying capacities & prices.  I'd get the ones with the solder tabs.  Yes you will need basic soldering skills to do the swap.  But it restores them to new condition for much less than $50 

Offline acidjack

  • Site Supporter
  • Trade Count: (37)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *
  • Posts: 5845
  • Gender: Male
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #23 on: March 04, 2012, 04:41:20 PM »
I"d just like something that worked just like the Tekkeon 3450 but a) could power dual items not just using the USB and b) cost less.
Mics: Schoeps MK4V, MK41V, MK5, MK22> CMC6, KCY 250/5, KC5, NBob; MBHO MBP603/KA200N, AT 3031, DPA 4061 w/ d:vice, Naiant X-X, AT 853c, shotgun, Nak300
Pres/Power: Aerco MP2, tinybox v2  [KCY], CA-UBB
Decks: Sound Devices MixPre 6, Zoom F8, M10, D50

My recordings on nyctaper.com: http://www.nyctaper.com/?tag=acidjack | LMA: http://www.archive.org/bookmarks/acidjack | twitter: http://www.twitter.com/acidjacknyc | Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/acidjacknyc

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #24 on: March 04, 2012, 07:30:19 PM »
So here ya go.  This was a brand new battery that I opened the package on.  Never took a charge and you can see why with the leaking cells.  6000mAh version.  A quick look at ebay I though it looked like $4-$6/EA for the largest capacity cells.

Offline Hypnocracy

  • Site Supporter
  • Trade Count: (46)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *
  • Posts: 2011
  • Hypnocratic Missionary
    • Hypno on teh LMA
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #25 on: March 04, 2012, 08:36:20 PM »
kirk...you want to crack open two dead Tekkeons? I'd pay for the parts that go into one...you can have the other one
_____________
hypno on teh Archive

This must be heaven -- 'cause here's where the rainbow ends
If this ain't the real thing, then it's close enough to pretend

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #26 on: March 04, 2012, 08:58:52 PM »
kirk...you want to crack open two dead Tekkeons? I'd pay for the parts that go into one...you can have the other one

Sure I guess so, why not.  fair warning I will be slow.  but I guess it aint doing ya any good now huh?  shoot me a PM and we can work it out

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #27 on: March 04, 2012, 10:36:21 PM »
OK what hell,  I'll do DVD battery referbs.  You pay for batteries and shipping costs plus $10 for the work.  To upgrade the capacity to about 10,000 plus mAh Battery cost will be no more than $40.  Less power cost less.  below are some of the highest capacity batteries out there. 

The way the DVD packs are set up is three cells made into pack parallel and then wired together  3.7v x 3 = 11.1 volts which is stepped down through it's circuitry. 4200mAh x 3 batteries = 12,600 mAh capacity. I'm sure we lose a little of that in the step down process so I'd round off to about 10,000 mAh.  But I really am not exactly sure of the exact figure.  But it's way more than the stock battery  Original batteries look to be 2000 or 2300 mAh capacity.  which I assume returns the 5400 & 6000 mAh rating that the packs had.  Here are a couple links so you get the idea.
 http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Ultracell-18650-4200mAh-3-7V-Volt-Li-ion-Lithium-Rechargeable-Battery-Tab-Pnk-/370589226765?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item5648d6d70d

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-X-UF-18650-3-7V-Rechargeable-Battery-4000mAh-with-Tab-/250779313714?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item3a639ca632

Only batteries with tabs please.  Hit me up via PM for address etc.   No rush orders please, this is a side project. 

« Last Edit: March 04, 2012, 10:44:37 PM by kirkd »

Offline dlh

  • Trade Count: (3)
  • Taperssection Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 265
  • Gender: Male
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #28 on: March 05, 2012, 11:30:59 AM »
OK what hell,  I'll do DVD battery referbs.  You pay for batteries and shipping costs plus $10 for the work.  To upgrade the capacity to about 10,000 plus mAh Battery cost will be no more than $40.  Less power cost less.  below are some of the highest capacity batteries out there. 

The way the DVD packs are set up is three cells made into pack parallel and then wired together  3.7v x 3 = 11.1 volts which is stepped down through it's circuitry. 4200mAh x 3 batteries = 12,600 mAh capacity. I'm sure we lose a little of that in the step down process so I'd round off to about 10,000 mAh.  But I really am not exactly sure of the exact figure.  But it's way more than the stock battery  Original batteries look to be 2000 or 2300 mAh capacity.  which I assume returns the 5400 & 6000 mAh rating that the packs had.  Here are a couple links so you get the idea.
 http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Ultracell-18650-4200mAh-3-7V-Volt-Li-ion-Lithium-Rechargeable-Battery-Tab-Pnk-/370589226765?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item5648d6d70d

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-X-UF-18650-3-7V-Rechargeable-Battery-4000mAh-with-Tab-/250779313714?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item3a639ca632

Only batteries with tabs please.  Hit me up via PM for address etc.   No rush orders please, this is a side project.

I'm kinda confused.  If they wired 3 - 3.7's parallel, wouldn't that be 3.7v  and 4200mAh x 3 = 12,600 mAh?
(Voltage additive in series, amperage additive in parallel)

It looks like 2 parallel packs (each 3.7v) in series or 7.4v, with amperage additive in parallel to 12,600 mAh.
Total would be 7.4v - 12,600mAh.  Could that be stepped up to 9v? (lowering the amperage)
I'm just going by the look of the crimped end of the cells.

Sorry if I'm in OZ.

Dave
« Last Edit: March 05, 2012, 11:34:10 AM by dlh »
480b, 460b, Line Audio CM3, SP LSD2, AT BP4025, SP C4,
MiniMe, MiniMP, AND ANNOUNCING the recent adoption of a Mini-Dac. The little bro's are SO excited  :yahoo:

DR-680, DR-100 MKII, PMD671, fr2LE, MTII

De gustibus non est disputandum.
"It's just this little chromium switch here.  You people are soo superstitious."

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #29 on: March 05, 2012, 11:50:43 AM »
Dave actually after you pointed it out your right so they step up the voltage....hmmm let me give this thing a good looking over.  they'd have to be in series to up the voltage.  The darn ends look so similar....more later

Offline dlh

  • Trade Count: (3)
  • Taperssection Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 265
  • Gender: Male
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #30 on: March 05, 2012, 12:12:57 PM »
Dave actually after you pointed it out your right so they step up the voltage....hmmm let me give this thing a good looking over.  they'd have to be in series to up the voltage.  The darn ends look so similar....more later

Something "clicked" when I saw that photo.  I made a battery sled for my 680 by wiring two 8 AA cell holders in parallel, keeping that voltage around 10.6 but doubling the amperage for longer runtimes.

I have a couple of the 7.2v DVD batteries and the case is smaller; makes me think they use the same 6 cell config, just eliminated the "step-up" circuitry.
Just guessing, really.

Dave
480b, 460b, Line Audio CM3, SP LSD2, AT BP4025, SP C4,
MiniMe, MiniMP, AND ANNOUNCING the recent adoption of a Mini-Dac. The little bro's are SO excited  :yahoo:

DR-680, DR-100 MKII, PMD671, fr2LE, MTII

De gustibus non est disputandum.
"It's just this little chromium switch here.  You people are soo superstitious."

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #31 on: March 05, 2012, 05:41:40 PM »
OK so yes the batteries are parallel x 3 and the three pack is in series for 7.4volts total.  So to get 9 volts they step it up.  I had two bad packs and had forgotten that one was 7.2V.  So the red batteries are in a 7.2 volt pack.  The orange are in a 9V pack.  It was suggested  to make a box that the batteries could be replaced but after looking at it closer there is no way I have the skills to take that project on.  Too many parts, and too much of not knowing what the hell I'm doing. 

Offline justink

  • Trade Count: (4)
  • Taperssection All-Star
  • ****
  • Posts: 1973
  • Gender: Male
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #32 on: March 05, 2012, 08:34:21 PM »
thanks for the work kirk!
Mics:
DPA 4023 (Cardioid)
DPA 4028 (Subcardioid)
DPA 4018V (Supercardioid)
Earthworks TC25 (Omni) 

Pres and A/D's:
Grace Design Lunatec V3 (Oade ACM)
Edirol UA-5 (bm2p+ Mod)

Recorders:
Sound Devices MixPre10 II
Edirol R-44 (Oade CM)
Sony PCM‑M10

Offline OOK

  • Trade Count: (17)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 2727
  • Gender: Male
  • formerly OtherOneK
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #33 on: March 07, 2012, 01:05:12 AM »
possible good source of cells....

http://www.batteryspace.com/li-ionsinglecell.aspx

DPA/HEB 4060's > R09HR
MBHO648/KA100Lk/KA200/KA300/KA500 > SD702

Offline Hypnocracy

  • Site Supporter
  • Trade Count: (46)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *
  • Posts: 2011
  • Hypnocratic Missionary
    • Hypno on teh LMA
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #34 on: March 07, 2012, 05:33:21 AM »
Kirk...look for two Tekkeons coming your way...they are dead so no loss if they can't be fixed...I have two more that are tired but still work so hopefully it can be done!
_____________
hypno on teh Archive

This must be heaven -- 'cause here's where the rainbow ends
If this ain't the real thing, then it's close enough to pretend

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #35 on: March 07, 2012, 01:50:48 PM »
Kirk...look for two Tekkeons coming your way...they are dead so no loss if they can't be fixed...I have two more that are tired but still work so hopefully it can be done!
OK thanks,  we'll see if open heart surgery works 8)

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #36 on: March 08, 2012, 05:14:29 PM »
UPDATE:  It looks like I can add the Tekeon 3450 to the refurbish list.  I cannot find a source for the stock battery pack but it measures out internally that the DVD style batteries will fit with just a little work.  To restore it to stock rating and capacity all you'll need is 2200mAh capacity batteries, which are some of the cheapest out there.  But I will need to charge $20 due to the retrofitting of the batteries and labor involved in rewiring a completely different style battery in place.  You could up the capacity if you wanted.  Your choice.  Here are pix of one opened up.
« Last Edit: March 08, 2012, 05:52:14 PM by kirkd »

Offline Hypnocracy

  • Site Supporter
  • Trade Count: (46)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *
  • Posts: 2011
  • Hypnocratic Missionary
    • Hypno on teh LMA
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #37 on: March 08, 2012, 06:43:31 PM »
Sweet...so to increase capacity just order six of the 1 X UF 18650 3.7V Rechargeable Battery 4000mAh with Tab, same as DVD battery?

Oh...I was looking at another thread...what do you think of these?

http://www.all-battery.com/37volt-3200mah20cli-polycell.aspx

the 2200mAh was discontinued

Hmmm????

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-604086-3-7V-2200mAh-LiPo-Li-Polymer-Battery-for-WalkieTalkie-Phone-DVD-cell-/320858010237?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item4ab4a0b27d#ht_1730wt_952
« Last Edit: March 08, 2012, 07:06:44 PM by Hypnocracy »
_____________
hypno on teh Archive

This must be heaven -- 'cause here's where the rainbow ends
If this ain't the real thing, then it's close enough to pretend

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #38 on: March 08, 2012, 07:25:06 PM »
Sweet...so to increase capacity just order six of the 1 X UF 18650 3.7V Rechargeable Battery 4000mAh with Tab, same as DVD battery?

Oh...I was looking at another thread...what do you think of these?

http://www.all-battery.com/37volt-3200mah20cli-polycell.aspx

the 2200mAh was discontinued

Hmmm????

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-604086-3-7V-2200mAh-LiPo-Li-Polymer-Battery-for-WalkieTalkie-Phone-DVD-cell-/320858010237?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item4ab4a0b27d#ht_1730wt_952

This one on ebay is too wide to fit them side by side. PLUS the have circuit board of some sort that is not on the originals.  That is the only kind I found on the web too. 

The Tenergy link is the correct one BUT @ $11/ea plus shipping I'd still opt to retro fit the 18650 style in the case.  You're at $66 just for those Tenergy batteries. about twice what the other cost. 
« Last Edit: March 08, 2012, 07:32:44 PM by kirkd »

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #39 on: March 08, 2012, 07:31:42 PM »
possible good source of cells....

http://www.batteryspace.com/li-ionsinglecell.aspx
Dimensions of existing cells:
(98-100)mm Long X (32-34)mm Wide X 5mm Thick.  Two stacks of three cells side by side.   MUST be six cells since each one has separate attachment point on circuit board.

« Last Edit: March 08, 2012, 07:49:51 PM by kirkd »

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #40 on: March 08, 2012, 08:04:50 PM »
The circuit board's twelve individual attachment points for each battery and the associated electronics are too complex for me to figure out if they can be circumvented.  I would only want to tie new batteries into the existing solder points.   Adn it does not appear that there is a direct replacement battery available for the Tekeon 3450

Offline page

  • Trade Count: (25)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 8388
  • Gender: Male
  • #TeamRetired
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #41 on: March 08, 2012, 08:16:50 PM »
The circuit board's twelve individual attachment points for each battery and the associated electronics are too complex for me to figure out if they can be circumvented.  I would only want to tie new batteries into the existing solder points.   Adn it does not appear that there is a direct replacement battery available for the Tekeon 3450

whats the size confines for the 3450 series if we are looking for replacements. If that's already been posted, my appologies.
"This is a common practice we have on the bus; debating facts that we could easily find through printed material. It's like, how far is it today? I think it's four hours, and someone else comes in at 11 hours, and well, then we'll... just... talk about it..." - Jeb Puryear

"Nostalgia ain't what it used to be." - Jim Williams

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #42 on: March 08, 2012, 08:43:17 PM »
No Page not exactly here is the space size limits:
70mm Wide X 100mm Long X 19mm High,  It is JUST enough height to fit six of the 18650 batteries as you can see by the photo.  I drew the black line with a sharpie to show halfway point.  And there is a picture of the circuit board they attach to. So I could attach six of the 18650 batteries with some wiring, shink wrap and patience and I think still get the case to close.  It will be right at the limit of the height.  Maybe it will have a wrap of gaff tape or extra large shrink wrap to ensure it is solid, we'll see. 
« Last Edit: March 08, 2012, 08:50:38 PM by kirkd »

Offline page

  • Trade Count: (25)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 8388
  • Gender: Male
  • #TeamRetired
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #43 on: March 09, 2012, 12:36:55 AM »
gotcha, just planning ahead. thanks
"This is a common practice we have on the bus; debating facts that we could easily find through printed material. It's like, how far is it today? I think it's four hours, and someone else comes in at 11 hours, and well, then we'll... just... talk about it..." - Jeb Puryear

"Nostalgia ain't what it used to be." - Jim Williams

Offline DigiGal

  • AES Associate Member
  • Trade Count: (30)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 2583
  • Gender: Female
  • Stay healthy and safe!
    • DigiGal Internet Archive Recordings
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #44 on: March 09, 2012, 02:42:49 AM »
Mics: AKG CK91/CK94/CK98/SE300 D-330BT | DPA 4060 4061 4266 | Neumann TLM 103 | Senn ME66/K6/K6RD MKE2 MD421 MD431 | Shure VP88 SM7B SM63L SM58 Anniversary Cables: Gotham GAC-4/1 Quad w/Neutrik EMC | Gotham GAC-2pair w/AKG MK90/3 connectors | DigiGal AES>S/PDIF cable Preamp: SD MixPre-D Recorders: SD MixPre 6 | Marantz PMD 661 Edit: 2011 27" 3.4GHz Quad i7 iMac High Sierra | 2020 13" MBA Quad i7 Catalina | Wave Editor | xACT | Transmission | FCP X 

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #45 on: March 09, 2012, 11:46:22 AM »
This looks like it might be the replacement for tekkeon 3450

http://www.batteryspace.com/highpowerpolymerli-ioncell37v2200mah803495-25c814wh55adrainrate.aspx


Nope that won't work  :(.  Each cell is a total of 8mm thick which equates to a stack 24mm thick.  Won't fit inside the case.  At 19mm we are pushing the absolute limit of the case size.  18mm would be best fo a total thickness.  Remember it was to be six cells total, two stacks of three each side by side for this style battery to be a viable choice.
« Last Edit: March 09, 2012, 11:53:26 AM by kirkd »

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #46 on: March 09, 2012, 12:04:38 PM »
FWIW after spending about two hours digging on the web I only found one supplier that looks like they have that exact battery.  Not sure why it is so hard to find but I suspect it is due to the liability that these style batteries without a limiting circuit in place have the potential for fire/explosion.  There's a place in Korea and even with google translator I cannot begin to try and figure out if it's in stock, pricing or a way to contact them.  Then there is the fact they will most likely want a minimum order since they are a major manufacturer/supplier so unless we were ready to step up ab buy 200 pcs.  I don't know if it is even worth the effort.  Who's fluent in Korean?


Here is a side view.  They HAVE to be laid out this way in order to hit the solder points on the circuit board they attach to.
« Last Edit: March 09, 2012, 12:10:56 PM by kirkd »

Offline fleish

  • Trade Count: (4)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 3209
  • Gender: Male
  • I've been safariing since before you were born
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #47 on: March 09, 2012, 08:35:36 PM »
Who's fluent in Korean?

I work with someone who is Korean & might could help translate if you want to post the URL
Mics: AT853, MC930, AK40/AK50 > LC3 > KM100, ADK TL51
Cables: Audio Magic XStream silver, Kind Kables, Zaolla M1.5
Decks: D8, Busman Hybrid R4

My LMA tapes: http://archive.org/search.php?query=taper%3A%22Todd+Fleisher%22

My LMA transfers: http://archive.org/search.php?query=-taper%3A%28Todd%20Fleisher%29%20AND%20transferer%3A%28Todd%20Fleisher%29

My LMA uploads: http://archive.org/search.php?query=collection%3Aetree%20AND%20uploader%3A%28todd%40fleish.org%29

Awesome. David said you were like The Wolf in Pulp Fiction. Shows up just in time with tons of gear, does a pro job, and disappears into the night! :-)

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)

Offline fleish

  • Trade Count: (4)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 3209
  • Gender: Male
  • I've been safariing since before you were born
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #49 on: March 10, 2012, 09:31:40 PM »
29 - 배터리 리스트

http://www.bkbattery.co.kr/list2/products/list2.php?pagenum=29&div=bclipoly&keyfiled=&keyword=



So you just need this translated? 배터리 리스트

Other than that and a few characters/words around the phone number (배터리 문의: 031-719-4750), the rest of that page looks to be in English to me ???
Mics: AT853, MC930, AK40/AK50 > LC3 > KM100, ADK TL51
Cables: Audio Magic XStream silver, Kind Kables, Zaolla M1.5
Decks: D8, Busman Hybrid R4

My LMA tapes: http://archive.org/search.php?query=taper%3A%22Todd+Fleisher%22

My LMA transfers: http://archive.org/search.php?query=-taper%3A%28Todd%20Fleisher%29%20AND%20transferer%3A%28Todd%20Fleisher%29

My LMA uploads: http://archive.org/search.php?query=collection%3Aetree%20AND%20uploader%3A%28todd%40fleish.org%29

Awesome. David said you were like The Wolf in Pulp Fiction. Shows up just in time with tons of gear, does a pro job, and disappears into the night! :-)

Offline twatts (pants are so over-rated...)

  • <://PHiSH//><
  • Trade Count: (16)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 9941
  • Gender: Male
  • Lego made a Mini-Fig of me!
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #50 on: March 10, 2012, 11:42:18 PM »
29 - 배터리 리스트

http://www.bkbattery.co.kr/list2/products/list2.php?pagenum=29&div=bclipoly&keyfiled=&keyword=

배터리 = "battery" 리스트 = "list"

배터리 = "battery" (again) 문의 = "inquiry"

And no, I'm not Korean...  I just know Google...

http://mymemory.translated.net/s.php?q=%EB%AC%B8%EC%9D%98&sl=ko-KR&tl=en-GB&sj=all

Terry

***Do you have PHISH, VIDA BLUE, JAZZ MANDOLIN PROJECT or any other Phish related DATs/Tapes/MDs that need to be transferred???  I can do them for you!!!***

I will return your DATs/Tapes/MDs.  I'll also provide Master FLAC files via DropBox.  PM me for details.

Sony PCM R500 > SPDIF > Tascam HD-P2
Nakamichi DR-3 > (Oade Advanced Concert Mod) Tascam HD-P2
Sony MDS-JE510 > Hosa ODL-276 > Tascam HD-P2

******

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #51 on: March 11, 2012, 03:38:08 PM »
Damn I just deleted a big reply so let me try this again.  I don't need a translation for the link is for you guys who are looking for the batteries.  Since they can't be found anywhere easily that is the only place I found any info.  If you want to keep the replacement batteries the same as original you will need to see if they can be purchased from them.  I didn't want to supply batteries since if I said they cost $x.xx someone might come back with well I can get them cheaper why are you selling them for this much etc.  I am just trying to help us all out and make it worth my time to do the work.  At $10 for the DVD and $20 for the Tekeon I am not asking much.  I am sure I can retro fit the 18650 style into the case.  A quick Ebay search shows that 6 18650 200mAh(original capacity) batteries can be had for $28 shipped plus the $20 I am asking means you could make your battery be in new condition for $48 plus shipping.   I don't know what a battery from Korea will cost with shipping plus most big suppliers deal in bulk only.  Let me know what you find out if you contact them
« Last Edit: April 15, 2012, 07:38:59 PM by kirkd »

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #52 on: March 11, 2012, 03:41:00 PM »
29 - 배터리 리스트

http://www.bkbattery.co.kr/list2/products/list2.php?pagenum=29&div=bclipoly&keyfiled=&keyword=



So you just need this translated? 배터리 리스트

Other than that and a few characters/words around the phone number (배터리 문의: 031-719-4750), the rest of that page looks to be in English to me ???
Damn I just deleted a big reply so let me try this again. That page I found is just a listing.  I don't need a translation for the link, it is for you guys who are looking for the batteries.  It was asked what I found, there it is.  Since they can't be found anywhere easily that is the only place I found ANY info.  If you want to keep the replacement batteries the same as original you will need to see if they can be purchased from them.  I don't see prices and availability etc.  But then again I don't supply the batteries in this deal.  I didn't want to supply batteries since if I said they cost $x.xx someone might come back with well I can get them cheaper why are you selling them for this much etc.  I have tried to help by providing a couple links as examples but you are welcome to find the best deal you can for the batteries I need to fix the bad battery packs.  I am just trying to help us all out and make it worth my time to do the work.  At $10 for the DVD and $20 for the Tekeon I am not asking much.  I am sure I can retro fit the 18650 style into the case.  A quick Ebay search shows that 6 18650 200mAh(original capacity) batteries can be had for $28 shipped plus the $20 I am asking on the 3450 fix means you could make your battery be in new condition for $48 plus shipping.   The 3450 batteries require a more work on a more detailed level.  I don't know what a battery from Korea will cost with shipping plus most big suppliers deal in bulk only.  Let me know what you find out if you contact them
« Last Edit: March 11, 2012, 03:47:09 PM by kirkd »

Offline page

  • Trade Count: (25)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 8388
  • Gender: Male
  • #TeamRetired
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #53 on: March 11, 2012, 03:47:31 PM »
Ok, and if we opt not to go that route, there is a cylindrical battery that will fit instead? Just so long as it fits the 70x100x19mm bay area (including wiring tabs) and we get 6 of them, right?
"This is a common practice we have on the bus; debating facts that we could easily find through printed material. It's like, how far is it today? I think it's four hours, and someone else comes in at 11 hours, and well, then we'll... just... talk about it..." - Jeb Puryear

"Nostalgia ain't what it used to be." - Jim Williams

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #54 on: March 11, 2012, 03:54:43 PM »
Ok, and if we opt not to go that route, there is a cylindrical battery that will fit instead? Just so long as it fits the 70x100x19mm bay area (including wiring tabs) and we get 6 of them, right?
Yep the 18650 battery can be squeezed into the space.  See here:
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=153801.msg1949289#msg1949289
If I were to go that route I just might put a big 1 or 2 inch wide piece of shrink wrap around the outside end of the case as an extra way to ensure everything is rock solid

Offline page

  • Trade Count: (25)
  • Needs to get out more...
  • *****
  • Posts: 8388
  • Gender: Male
  • #TeamRetired
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #55 on: March 11, 2012, 04:38:00 PM »
I wonder what the max draw per cell is with the 3450 units. I'm assuming it would be when requesting 19v.

The reasoning is, most 18650 cells (over 2ah) are 2200mah (at 3.7v), but there are some higher densities but they have a different max draw rate.

Example: 2200mah, 2800mah
"This is a common practice we have on the bus; debating facts that we could easily find through printed material. It's like, how far is it today? I think it's four hours, and someone else comes in at 11 hours, and well, then we'll... just... talk about it..." - Jeb Puryear

"Nostalgia ain't what it used to be." - Jim Williams

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #56 on: March 11, 2012, 06:08:05 PM »
Page,  Those cells are each labeled at 2200mAh in the 3450.  Which is on the low end of the 18650 cells.   So, it stock it is using 6 X 3.7volts @ 2200mAh/ea   to power the 3450.  You can get up 4200mAh cells in the 18650 style which would more than double the capacity of a stock unit.  I was just contacted about the MP3300 which in the picture looks to be the same.  I'll know more once I open one up.   
« Last Edit: March 11, 2012, 06:14:55 PM by kirkd »

Offline Dr.FOB

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Taperssection Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 375
  • USM69i
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #57 on: April 06, 2012, 10:40:26 PM »
Curiosity got the better of me and I broke into an older Sony L mount battery labeled 7.2V 4600mAh.
This one dated 10/2005.



Lo and behold, the 18650 cell shows up again.



This pack is configured as 2P2S.  2 cells in parallel with 2 in series.
The upper strap is the center tap, where the +/- come together.
From this configuration we can conclude that the cells are rated at ~2300mAh each.
On the nominal side of the rating for today's cells.
This configuration would yield about 33Wh. 



The business end of this pack reveals the PCB which provides various functions that might include overvoltage, undervoltage, and short circuit protection.
This circuitry might also perform cell balancing on recharge.
The C terminal in the center communicates battery status.



So, without destroying it, we can deduce that the larger 7.2V 47.5Wh battery is the same 18650 cell configured as 3P2S.



Indeed 1/3 larger.



Careful surgery might allow replacement of the lower rated 2200mAh cells with cells of current manufacure that could produce 2800mAh.
This would give us about 60Wh, right at what our favorite Lenmar packs are giving us.
So without the addition of another parallel pair of cells and the increase in case size, we seem to be at the limit of the L mount capacity until another cell density improvement occurs.
Neumann gear slut

kirk97132

  • Guest
  • Trade Count: (0)
Re: TS.com needs a battery maker.
« Reply #58 on: April 07, 2012, 01:57:22 AM »
After looking at your pictures I could up grade this too.  on the smaller 4 cell pack, I could do an upgrade that would get your total capacity to 8400mAh no problem.  I'd have to open one myself to see how hard the soldering work is inside but probably would be the same as I would get for the Tekeon, which is $20 for the work yo supply the cells.   I have decide that labor looks like it is about the same as the DVD battery so these will be $10/ea.  OR until I can get buried and find out that it is a lot harder than it looks, and at that time I'll adjust the pricing.  I could get the capacity up to 10,000mAh.  Thanks for the pictures Dr.FOB
« Last Edit: April 15, 2012, 07:43:37 PM by kirkd »

 

RSS | Mobile
Page created in 0.187 seconds with 85 queries.
© 2002-2024 Taperssection.com
Powered by SMF