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Re: [Simmons Drums] Memory backup batteries in Simmons gear

2012-05-26 by pinnhead70

For all the 1U rackmount Simmons gear, this is the exat replacement of the original battery and they accept paypal

http://www.espspecialbatteries.co.uk/CAT%208.asp?manufacturer=Z2A110

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> Subject: [Simmons Drums] Memory backup batteries in Simmons gear
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> I've recently had to repair several bits of Simmons kit including SDS6 and SDS7 units - these had both suffered from battery leaks, luckily not too severe. 
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> I think the original batteries were ni-cad and I am wondering what would be a suitable substitute type that does not leak. There are ni-mh, also li-ion types available, I think some other type as well. 
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> My knowledge of battery technology is practically zero, so looking for some informed opinion here. I was intending to use ni-mh batteries, would that be ok?
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> Cheers, vout
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