Global warming and green revolution creating impact on researchers and manufacturers, they are trying to introduce products that are eco-friendly or at least have the least effect on environment. Understanding this, Sanyo first launched long lasting NiMH LSD batteries in November 2007. Named as Sanyo Eneloop, the LSD eneloop batteries turned out to be the favorite battery for high power applications. Low Self Discharge [LSD] batteries performed better than regular disposable batteries and even rechargeable batteries.
Eneloop Lite vs Eneloop
Sanyo’s Eneloop LSD batteries, designed for high power applications, received greater support from users requiring high power battery. Whereas, some people concerned about the price, as it was costly. In addition, not all cases require high power. In order to meet user requirement like low cost and average power delivery, Sanyo launched its Eneloop Lite series LSD batteries. Sanyo Eneloop Lite batteries suits low to medium power applications and comes at an affordable price when compared with his predecessor. The advantage of the both the LSD batteries is that they retain charge for long period of time. Eneloop retains 75 to 80% of their energy after one year when used at 20o C and Eneloop Lite can retain same amount of energy for up to 3 years, while ordinary batteries lose half their energy for the same period.
Comparison between Sanyo Eneloop and Eneloop Lite:
Comparing Eneloop AA [mignon] battery with Eneloop Lite AA [mignon], you can clearly differentiate their typical capacity. Eneloop has 2000mAh whereas Lite delivers only 1000mAh. Both the batteries deliver a nominal voltage of 1.2V. Minimum capacity of Eneloop battery is 1900mAh and Lite delivers around 900mAh. This difference clearly indicates that Eneloop Lite is manufactured for the sole purpose of supplying power to low to medium power consumption equipments whereas the Eneloop batteries are universally acceptable for any purpose. Another advantage of Eneloop Lite is their weight. The Lite AA battery [19gm] weighs 30% less than regular Eneloop AA battery [27gm]. There are similar differences between Eneloop AAA [micro] and Eneloop Lite AAA [micro] batteries. This Eneloop Lite battery withstands 2000 recharge cycles, which is quite high when compared to any other rechargeable batteries.
Comparison of Eneloop with Normal Sanyo Battery
Reading or writing about the advantages of a product entirely differs from real experience, which you obtain after using that product. I am personally using both Sanyo Eneloop batteries and Eneloop Lite batteries. Eneloop batteries perform well with by high power application like camera and other utilities. On the other hand, my wall clock, Television and audio system remotes, AC remotes, alarm devices, phones, etc. require low power for usage but longer life battery, where Eneloop Lite suits perfect. The longer shelf life is the greatest advantage of Eneloop Lite batteries. The weight of Eneloop Lite enables me to carry multiple numbers of batteries when I am in any travel. Even I am happy with the colorful look of the Lite, which attracts everyone easily. In addition, combining Lite with Sanyo Eneloop USB booster stick, you can just dominate the electronic gadget world. The advantage of Lite battery life and versatility of USB booster stick helps you power up your gadgets where ever you go.