Rebel NiMH Nunchuck Battery - 8.4V and 9.6V
Rebel NiMH Nunchuck Battery - 8.4V and 9.6V
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Not everyone wants a LiPo. NiMH asks far less of you: it will not puff if you leave it charged, it does not need balance charging, and over-discharging it is an inconvenience rather than a fire risk. For a player who charges the night before and does not want to think about battery chemistry, that peace of mind counts for a lot.
It also remains the correct answer for a good number of older AEGs. Plenty of guns from before the LiPo era were designed around 8.4V or 9.6V NiMH, with trigger contacts and gearboxes to suit, and dropping a LiPo into one can wear it out faster than intended.
Both packs are 1600mAh in nunchuck form, so the cells split into two runs that thread into the side tubes of a crane or SOPMOD stock. 8.4V is the traditional standard; 9.6V gives a noticeably quicker cycle where the gun is up to it.
Both come with Mini Tamiya, which is what the guns these suit are almost always wired with.
Which one do I need?
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| 8.4V 1600mAh | The long-standing NiMH standard. Gentle, reliable, and what most older AEGs were built around. |
| 9.6V 1600mAh | A quicker cycle and snappier trigger. Check your gun is happy with 9.6V before fitting. |
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) |
| Configuration | Nunchuck - split sticks |
| Capacity | 1600mAh |
| Voltages | 8.4V or 9.6V |
| Connector | Mini Tamiya |
| Brand | Rebel Precision |
Good to know before you buy
Only available with Mini Tamiya. NiMH is heavier and less energy-dense than LiPo for the same size, so expect a chunkier pack - the trade is simplicity and safety. It also self-discharges in storage, so charge before a game rather than relying on last month.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose NiMH over LiPo?
Simplicity and tolerance. No balance charging, no puffing if left charged, and over-discharge is not dangerous. It also suits older AEGs designed around NiMH in the first place.
Is 9.6V safe in my gun?
In many older AEGs yes, but not all. 9.6V cycles faster and puts more strain on gears and trigger contacts than 8.4V. If you are unsure of the gun, 8.4V is the safe pick.
Do I need a special charger?
A charger with a NiMH mode. Our RBC01 and RBC03 both handle NiMH; do not charge it on a LiPo setting.
How does capacity compare to a LiPo?
1600mAh of NiMH gives less usable run-time than 1600mAh of LiPo, and the pack is bulkier. That is the trade for the easier handling.
Will it fit a crane stock?
Yes, it is a nunchuck - the cells split into two runs for the side tubes.