Test/Review of Varta AA 2100mAh (Green)

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Varta AA 2100mAh (Green)







Official specifications:

  • VARTA Type: 56706

  • Reference IEC: HR6

  • Battery Size: AA

  • Height: 50.5 mm

  • Weight: 29.0 gr

  • Electrochemical System: Nickel-metal Hydride (NI/MH SINT)

  • Capacity: 2100 mAh

  • Retain 80% capacity after one year.

  • Voltage: 1.2 V



Maximum temperature raise at different discharge currents: 1A:+1,5°C, 2A:+3,6°C, 3A:+6,0°C, 5A:+10,9°C, 7A:+15,3°C, 10A:+18,6°C
Varta has many types of NiMH, these are LSD (Low Self Discharge) with moderate capacity.



I got the batteries with a charger.









Discharge curves look fine.















Conclusion

Generally they have a bit more capacity than 2000mAh cells, with a similar performance.



Notes and links

How is the test done and how to read the charts
Compare to other AA/AAA batteries: Alkaline/NiMH/Lithium