Game cameras
Need some input please. I have seven Wildview game cameras set up on my land. Being it was getting expensive to keep fresh "C" batteries in them, { 4 in each}, I went to rechargeables.
But all the recharge batteries are rated at 1.2 volts instead of 1.5 like a normal cell.
They just don't last as long. Most are rated at 3500mah, which should be decent enuff for the cameras. I think as the voltage drops to 1.1 or less, I'm getting the red warning lights.
Does any body here know of or use a "C" battery that lasts longer than 5 days??
The next thing, while a big initial out lay of cash will be to place them on large lawnmower
type of batteries. {the plug in jack is designed for 12volt battery while the internal battery is only 6 volt.} thanks Bob
But all the recharge batteries are rated at 1.2 volts instead of 1.5 like a normal cell.
They just don't last as long. Most are rated at 3500mah, which should be decent enuff for the cameras. I think as the voltage drops to 1.1 or less, I'm getting the red warning lights.
Does any body here know of or use a "C" battery that lasts longer than 5 days??
The next thing, while a big initial out lay of cash will be to place them on large lawnmower
type of batteries. {the plug in jack is designed for 12volt battery while the internal battery is only 6 volt.} thanks Bob
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The 4 "C" type normal batteries in series provides 6vdc operating voltage.
The recharge "C" batteries at best would provide 5.8vdc.
Have you considered any of the solar panel/operating/recharge units?
Not cheap, about $50. per camera, but that is initial investment and you would have long term power source. Do a google search Wildview game camera solar panel. Let us know how you make out especially if you purchase, I would try one unit first because a solar panel by itself can not power the camera but only charge the on board battery, with cloudy weather and cold temp you could be right back to where you are.0 -
I had one unit set up with a solar charger, but it wasn't get much usable sunlite. The cameras are in heavy wooden areas. Checked it one saturday, and a squirrel was making a nest on top of it!!!
I have seen adds for 5000mah rechargeables, but they come directly from China.[xx(].
Still think it;s the lower voltage causing the short battery/ camera life. Bob0 -
I have a 12vdc lawnmower battery plugged into mine and get about 3 weeks of continous use from it. Do not even have any batteries installed in the unit. 0 -
I've got the Wildview cams.I went to Radio Shack and got jumper wires with alligator clip on one end and plug for the Wildview 12 volt jack on the other .I use any 12v rechargeable battery I have handy,like my Makita drill battery or my car jumper pack etc. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by tocamoha
I've got the Wildview cams.I went to Radio Shack and got jumper wires with alligator clip on one end and plug for the Wildview 12 volt jack on the other .I use any 12v rechargeable battery I have handy,like my Makita drill battery or my car jumper pack etc.
You little devil you!!! I have lots of dewalt 9.6 to 18 volt battery chargers for my 18v tools....so two days ago, I started bidding on some cheap 12 dewalt tools with batteries. Was going to try that very thing!!! Bob0 -
You can adapt for extended battery. Be surprised how you can revive batteries with chargers too. 0
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