Replacing a rechargeable NiCad battery

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  1. Psycho Fox

    Psycho Fox Spirited Member

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    I need to replace a leaking rechargeable 3.6v NiCad battery (barrel style) in an Amstrad Mega PC computer.

    I know that if I replace it with a CR2032 Lithium coin type battery in holder it'll need blocking diodes to stop it charging (& exploding).

    To avoid the hastle of using diodes could I replace it with a 3.6v rechargable LIR 2032 battery in holder.

    Many thanks.
     
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    FireAza Shake! Shake!

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    The ML2032 is the rechargeable version of the CR2032. If a CR fits and works, then an ML is what you need!
     
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    Shane McRetro Blast Processed Since 199X

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    Well I guess that answers that question! Thanks from me as well! :encouragement:
    Now I just need to work out what I need to replace where and when!
     
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    Brilliant, many thanks!
     
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    Shane McRetro Blast Processed Since 199X

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    Do NiMH batteries explode as badly as their NiCad brothers?
     
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    No
     
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    Wow! Honestly speaking, I believed that such a battery was "old technology" and is no longer being manufactured today. @_@

    Looks like I was wrong.
     
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