NEW! MAHA Powerex IMEDION 2100mAh

[EastGear]

Maha PowerEx has launched their range of ready to use NiMH AA batteries!

Limited Stocks Available at EastGear @ $20 per pack.

Compatible with all MAHA Chargers.

http://www.eastgear.com/shop/product...oducts_id=1049



Powerex IMEDION 2100mAh

MAHA's next-generation nickel metal hydride battery the ‘IMEDION’.

Rechargeable Batteries have an inherent characteristic to release their stored energy in small amounts (this phenomenon is called ‘self-discharge’). This property is particularly noticeable in rechargeable batteries such as Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries etc. as compared to dry cell batteries, hence disabling rechargeable batteries from becoming batteries that ‘customers can use immediately after purchase’.

For this reason, rechargeable batteries couldn’t be used unless charged after purchase and so lagged behind dry cells in convenience. This new product’s main property is that it has introduced great improvements in self-discharge properties (residual ratio after one year of non use is 85%*4, in temperature conditions of 20 degree Celsius according to MAHA research).

Through this breakthrough development, MAHA has realized a rechargeable battery that can challenge dry cell batteries in user-friendliness through features such as making possible use immediately after purchase or once charged, its ability to be used anytime.

How MAHA reduced the self-discharge of NiMH Batteries.

Modern Ni-MH batteries consist of two metal stripes ( anode and cathode ), which are separated by a non-conductive porous plastic foil ( separator ). These three stripes are laid on top of each other and are winded to a coil. This coil is put in a metal can and immersed with a liquid ( electrolyte ). Then the metal can is closed with a cap. The self discharge of Ni-MH batteries is caused by three main reasons:

* the chemical decomposition of the cathode,
* the natural disaggregation of the anode,
* Impurities of the anode.


Now, how has the self-discharge in the MAHA IMEDION been reduced?

The chemical decomposition of the cathode has been reduced substantially by the use of an advanced NEW Technology that has been refined by MAHA.

As an additional benefit this technology increases the electrical capacity of the battery and reduces the internal resistance, which allows higher discharge currents than older NiMH Batteries.
Another advantage of the reduced decomposition of this alloy is the fact, that less strategic metal is needed to stabilize the alloy.
The anode has been strengthened by another new material, which reduces the natural disaggregation.
Additionally the separator and the used electrolyte have been optimized for low self discharge of the Imedion.
Low self-discharge - the key-advantage

What makes the IMEDION different than older NiMH Batteries?

The key-advantage of the Maha Imedion compared to usual rechargeable batteries is its extremely low self-discharge.


The IMEDION will Retain Capacity... Even After 12 Months of non-use

Once charged, Imedion retains its charged capacity even after 6 or 12 months of storage
(90% plus of Charged Capacity retained after 6 months, 85% Capacity after 12 months).

IMEDION batteries are pre charged and are ready for immediate use after purchase, straight from the pack. Just like Primary Batteries. There is no need to charge-before-use.


Comparison of remaining capacity over time



Once charged, IMEDION keeps its charge even if you store it for 6 or 12 months.
( 90 per cent of the charge after 6 months, 85 per cent after 12 months )

For a rechargeable battery this is a revolutionary advantage. No more worries about the state of charge of your battery.

Just, charge them and keep them. Even after months you will still have an almost fully charged battery.

In contrast to a disposable battery the IMDEION can be charged 1000 times. This saves the environment and your purse.

Thus one IMEDION saves the waste of 1000 disposable batteries.

MAHA has been a market leader in nickel metal hydride batteries for the consumer market. The synergy of the following proprietary technologies of MAHA ENERGY in developing high capacity products has made the successful development of ‘Imedion’ possible:
1. high-performance negative electrode ‘superior alloy’
2. make-up of battery material and battery plates
3. maintain quality despite being out of use for a long time


These are a few of the technologies that have helped contain self-discharge during the period for which the battery is not in use. Furthermore, it also inhibits voltage reduction even after a long period of being out of use.

[FilterFunk]

interesting.
can the current Maha battery chargers be used with this new product? or is there a new charger for it?

[mrngbss]

Originally Posted by FilterFunk interesting. can the current Maha battery chargers be used with this new product? or is there a new charger for it?

Same question as above. If there is a new separate charger to be bought, what's the cost like?

[NeTHaCk]

at last!

first we have the Sanyo Enloop, then the GP Recyko(which im using ) and now , the long anticipated Imedion is finally here!


Good work Powerex! A trusted brand for me after years of using GP and Sanyo, I'll place my bets on Powerex anytime

[mrngbss]

Originally Posted by mrngbss Same question as above. If there is a new separate charger to be bought, what's the cost like?

Just realised that the new batteries are compatible with all current chargers! :P

[kevyan]

Eh... can it be use with other brands charger? Like Knnoc or Sanyo charger?

[Cheesecake]

never ever use sanyo batteries, for me at least.

mux go n get the new MAHA BATTERIES! BBB!

[roadrunner_552]

wooo look good. Must buy and try

[cichlid]

Anyone try it yet. Is it as good as the great Eneloops?

[Canew]

At last Powerex have joined in the fray.

[Vulpix0r]

I bought 8 pieces and they have been working fine so far. Nothing beats being able to use the batteries even after not charging it for a month.

[Canew]

Originally Posted by Vulpix0r Nothing beats being able to use the batteries even after not charging it for a month.

Yeah, that is the main advantage of these new generation batteries. Just that their current capacity is still not as high as the normal Ni-MH batteries.

[felixcat8888]

Originally Posted by Vulpix0r I bought 8 pieces and they have been working fine so far. Nothing beats being able to use the batteries even after not charging it for a month.

Totally agree with that.

[Vulpix0r]

Originally Posted by Canew Yeah, that is the main advantage of these new generation batteries. Just that their current capacity is still not as high as the normal Ni-MH batteries.

I think that the capacity isn't an issue. Just buy another set if you have to, because nothing is worse than forgetting to charge your battery the night before, and not having a fully charged set for your shooting assignment. Or worst still, forget to switch on charger!

[NoMoney]

Originally Posted by Vulpix0r I think that the capacity isn't an issue. Just buy another set if you have to, because nothing is worse than forgetting to charge your battery the night before, and not having a fully charged set for your shooting assignment. Or worst still, forget to switch on charger!

Haha... I agree. Personally, I like the new generation of batteries and i find that it last longer than the older generation even its capacity is more than the new 1.

[Canew]

Originally Posted by Vulpix0r I think that the capacity isn't an issue. Just buy another set if you have to, because nothing is worse than forgetting to charge your battery the night before, and not having a fully charged set for your shooting assignment. Or worst still, forget to switch on charger!

Ya, agree with you, Bro.