test household batteries

test household batteries
How do i test household battery life (alkaline or NI-MH)?

I would like to test battery longevity of household AA batteries. I would like to do this inexpensively. Can i buy something or build something from radio shack or somewhere else?

A batteries longevity is related to the circuitry or device that it powers, and the constant current drain.
Batteries in a T.V. remote control for example last much longer then the same batteries in a Portable CD player.

If your thinking about benchmark testing different brands you need to design a control circuit that simulates a load on the battery and monitors its voltage drop over time


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Black & Decker 9099KC 7.2-Volt Cordless Drill with Keyless Chuck


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SE Battery Tester (AAA, AA, C, D, and 9 Volt)


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Midland GXT 36-Mile 50-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Series


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Duracell Procell AA Batteries, 24-Count


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Duracell Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries


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Maxell 723815 LR03 AAA Cell 36 Pack Box Battery


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