Re: Before I embed a DS10A, any tips...?

[Jack Edin <nospam@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hello again...

Since I have indeed embedded the DS10A, and batteries into the mailbox's
door - I really don't have room for bigger batteries.

The door is self-contained, no wires going elsewhere like inside the
stationary section - to a bigger battery pack, etc.

I'm in Oregon. It gets cold, but not THAT cold.

As for lithium AA's... I thought about them. Never used 'em for anything...

What do they bring to the plate, besides being hard(er) to find... and
probably expensive as can be for a pair!??

How MUCH long life over a fresh pair of Duracell alkalines?

Is there a chart somewhere? I'd like to see the ratings in miliamp-hours.

Take care...

Jack
:)

> You'll be a lot happier if you use "C" or "D" cells as a power source.
> They'll last a lot longer and it will be more convenient in terms of less
> frequent reprogramming.   It sounds like you have the space available.
>
> Another issue to consider is that if it gets cold enough, the DS10A could
> either fall to respond or lose it's settings.  In that case I would probably
> go with lithium AA cells.
>
> --
> Bobby G.