Description
This is a pair of Energizer Recharge Power Plus cells in C size, rated at 2500mAh and supplied pre-charged, as the pack states. C is the fat, stubby cell that sits between AA and D. The nickel metal hydride chemistry means they charge and run again rather than going in the bin after one outing. Nominal voltage is 1.2V, normal for NiMH and a little below the 1.5V of a disposable alkaline; most torches, radios and toys run happily on it. The pack also carries the claim that these are the world's first cells made with 7% recycled batteries.
C cells turn up in the kit that eats batteries fastest: large rubber torches and camping lanterns, portable radios, and children's musical toys. Those are the jobs where rechargeables pay back, because a device drawing hard on a cell will empty a disposable over a weekend and these can simply be charged again. Two cells cover a single two cell torch, or half of a four cell lantern, so many households keep one set in use and another on the charger.
You will need a charger that accepts C cells; plenty of compact chargers take only AA and AAA, so check the bay size before ordering. Pre-charged means the cells hold usable charge in the packaging, so they work straight away and can be stored between jobs. Each pack holds two cells, and the minimum order is six packs, sold in multiples of six, which suits a workshop, a school or a shop shelf rather than a one off replacement. If you would rather not charge anything, Energizer Alkaline Power C batteries (LR14) are on our shelves in a 2-pack.
Specification
| Size |
C |
| Chemistry |
Nickel metal hydride (NiMH), rechargeable |
| Voltage |
1.2V |
| Codes |
HR14, the IEC designation for a C size NiMH cell |
| Pack quantity |
2 cells |
| Sold as |
One pack of 2 cells |
| Minimum order |
6, sold in multiples of 6 |
Frequently Asked
Will these work in a device designed for 1.5V alkaline C cells?
Usually yes. NiMH cells sit at 1.2V nominal, so anything with a low voltage cut-out may read them as flat sooner, but torches, radios and toys generally run without complaint.
Do they arrive ready to use?
The pack states that they are pre-charged, so they hold usable charge on arrival. Give them a full charge before first use if the device has been sitting unused for a long while.
What charger do I need for these?
Any charger rated for C size NiMH cells. Many small chargers only have AA and AAA bays, so check that the bays physically take a C cell before you buy.
Can I mix these with disposable alkaline cells in the same device?
No. Keep chemistries and states of charge matched within one device, so use both cells from the pack together and charge them as a pair.
How many cells do I actually receive?
One pack contains two C cells. The minimum order on this listing is six packs, sold in multiples of six, which is twelve cells in total.