430 ex ii batteries

[Buzz word]

I can't seem to find any good rechargeable for my flash. I had an old set of hannels that I thought were broken as they only seemed to last about 10 flashes until the recycling times were unacceptable. I bought a new set of uniross about 2500mah batteries and have the same issue but a little odder this time. After a few uses they seem unable to charge the flash from cold. If I get a new set use for a bit and switch back they work ok. It seems much better with alkalines but I don't really want to keep paying for them. Equally I don't want to waste any more money on rechargeable nimh without the guts to run the equipment. Any personal experience out there for what works and how long for?

[miniman]

Interested to hear view on this myself. Have had exactly the same issue with my 430ii, perfect with alkalines, drains rechargeables (good, high Ah ones) in a few shots.

[Ed_P]

I always use Sanyo Eneloop rechargeables in my 580s and 430s. Not found anything better personally.

[Blukoo]

I use Energizer Rechargeable 2450 mAh. They're quite old now, but never disappointed me.

http://www.play.com/Electronics/Electronics/4-/195...

Edited by Blukoo on Sunday 5th August 14:02

[gingerpaul]

I'm using some cheap 7dayshop ones in my flashes and they've been fine so far if that helps.

[Buzz word]

Cheers guys the eneloop, energiser and 7dayshops are all well received online from what I can see. Eneloops were what I favoured due to the amount of time it can hold a charge. I worried the 430 may need a higher nominal voltage than a rechargeable could deliver but if your getting good results I'll give them a shot.