But I'd be willing to risk the sacrifice of an old T32. :-)
Chuck Norcutt
Moose wrote:
> Chuck Norcutt wrote:
>> <http://strobist.blogspot.com/2010/01/new-nizn-batteries-offer-lightning-fast.html>
>>
>> This is pretty cool. These NiZn batteries are recycling a Nikon SB-900 in
>> approximately 2 seconds. That's almost as fast as a Quantum Turbo. I don't
>> know yet where you get them or what they cost but I think I'm gonna get
>> some. A lot less weight and cost than a Turbo.
>>
>
> NLee the engineer has done his usual through testing and review.
> <http://www.amazon.com/review/RQFY1NUK4L58V/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt#RQFY1NUK4L58V>
>
> Looks like the only standard use for which they may be indicated is flash.
>
> At that, I'd probably stay away from cheaper/older flashes, where
> inadequate regulation might overcharge the flash capacitor at a fully
> charged voltage of over 1.8v. With low internal resistance and that
> voltage, it might cause problems with other parts of a flash.
>
> Turbo battery packs powering a flash through circuitry designed for them
> may be a different kettle of fish from dropping these babies in an old
> flash with already aged capacitor and/or charging circuit designed for
> much lower voltage.
>
> Moose
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