I regularly use Millenium NiCad batteries with excellent success. I have
spoken to a number of other OmniGo users and they have also had good
results. Keep in mind, there are several differences between your standard
alkaline batteries and NiCads.
-NiCads rarley reflect a full charge on the OmniGo. The highest I ever get
is about 3/4 full on the batttery meter.
-Alkalines have much longer life. My brand of NiCad lasts about a week,
sometimes a bit longer.
-NiCads cost quite a bit more than standard alkaline batteries.
-Charging times vary from brand to brand.
-Draining of the NiCad is very steep. One minute you are pretty low, the
next you are out! I rarely let my batteries get below 1/5th empty.
If you go the route of the NiCad (which I suggest!) then you will want at
least two sets. One in the charger and one in hand. I even keep a backup
pair of alkalines in my bag in case my batteries die while I am away from
the charger.
Mike
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