I took a step forward in technology last winter and bought two cell cameras that were on sale. I've been kind of procrastinating with putting them out. I'm also on the fence about types of batteries also, but leaning towards lithium. Or just make a setup like you have.
Tom, here is the video with all the instructions on how I build my own box. Way cheaper and more cost effective in the long run. Hope this helps. m.ua-cam.com/video/4Y8_TlAMgRQ/v-deo.html&pp=ygUVb2FrIGFuZCBpcm9uIG91dGRvb3Jz
For 16 alk aa batteries In store near me is $17 16 lithium aas online is $23 i know alks can be had much cheaper online, but the longevity is worth me spending the 10 extra bucks to last 3-4x as long! Just my .2
Great video as always. I passed your battery build off to a buddy recently. Im thinking I may hang my battery up high with my camera. Trying to figure out a way to get it a little smaller then an ammo box and attach 550 cord with a clip to clip on back side of camera strap maybe put rubber bands around it and shove leaves or limbs in to hide it.
I use between 7ah and 12ah batteries with the common battery being 9ah. With that said, I had no issue getting the 7ah batteries thru 5 months on the Tactacam Reveals and that includes video mode which I switch over to in October.
Have you tried using the tactacam rechargeable battery pack as a back up power source and the battery box as the main power supply? My plan is to go that route since I have 2 of the rechargeable Tactacam battery packs.
I have not. I'm always a little leary when it comes to product specific accessories. If I would switch brands I would kind of lose out on them. However, they do make sense if you stick with them long term and assuming that Tactacam doesn't change their models to not be able to use them.
I have a cheaper camera that takes 4 AA's the lithium batteries won't work, the camera is disabled when it detects ~6.5V or more. New Lithium AA are ~1.8V x 4 = 8.2V alkaline are 1.6V x 4 = 6.4V. They do drop once connected but not enough to get below the 6.5V
The battery around 7 years. The box should last 15 to 20 years easily. The wire components are well built and as long as the seal does its job all would be good. If the seal even gave out, one could just make a silicone seal.
I have a blaze video w600 trail cam for monitoring night time deer activity. It's great. With motion activation, it takes roughly 30 one minute videos a night. The problem is battery life. It uses 8 energizer ultimate lithium batteries. In cold weather, 10 to 20 degress f, they only lasted 6 or 7 days before dying. So I got 8 more and it's the same. Do you or anyone have any suggestions?
@@oakironoutdoors2436 thanks but I was really wondering if 6 or 7 days with those "quality" batteries and the way I use the cam is par for the course. They supposedly should last longer.
@@oakironoutdoors2436 I'm asking if that is the standard life for those batteries in a cam that is in 10 to 20 degree weather. If so I am greatly disappointed.
Regular Energizers used to last me the whole season from Sept. 1 to Feb. 1. Now they last 1 month...turned to absolute garbage. I have one camera that has good cell coverage, has taken less than 40 pics and i am getting low battery messages. Done with Energizer period.
Yeah, I’ve also tested Energizer batteries right out of the package and not all are at 100 percent efficiency out of the package. For a cheap battery O do like Rayovacs.
You Are spot on with the lithium batteries. Ive had them last 9+ months in several cameras continuously taking pictures and video
I took a step forward in technology last winter and bought two cell cameras that were on sale. I've been kind of procrastinating with putting them out. I'm also on the fence about types of batteries also, but leaning towards lithium. Or just make a setup like you have.
Tom, here is the video with all the instructions on how I build my own box. Way cheaper and more cost effective in the long run. Hope this helps. m.ua-cam.com/video/4Y8_TlAMgRQ/v-deo.html&pp=ygUVb2FrIGFuZCBpcm9uIG91dGRvb3Jz
Can you do a video on building the battery box? Thank you!
Here ya go.
ua-cam.com/video/4Y8_TlAMgRQ/v-deo.html
The price of lithiums makes me cry.
For 16 alk aa batteries In store near me is $17 16 lithium aas online is $23 i know alks can be had much cheaper online, but the longevity is worth me spending the 10 extra bucks to last 3-4x as long! Just my .2
Do you have a video or parts list of the box and the box build.
Absolutely! Here is the video on how I build my battery boxes. m.ua-cam.com/video/4Y8_TlAMgRQ/v-deo.html&pp=ygUVb2FrIGFuZCBpcm9uIG91dGRvb3Jz
Great video as always. I passed your battery build off to a buddy recently. Im thinking I may hang my battery up high with my camera. Trying to figure out a way to get it a little smaller then an ammo box and attach 550 cord with a clip to clip on back side of camera strap maybe put rubber bands around it and shove leaves or limbs in to hide it.
What size battery is in the box? Is that the same type of battery that's in a portable fish finder?
Yes, I use 12v 9ah batteries in those boxes.
How long does the external battery last on your Tactacam reveals? What size external battery do you use?
I use between 7ah and 12ah batteries with the common battery being 9ah. With that said, I had no issue getting the 7ah batteries thru 5 months on the Tactacam Reveals and that includes video mode which I switch over to in October.
Have you tried using the tactacam rechargeable battery pack as a back up power source and the battery box as the main power supply? My plan is to go that route since I have 2 of the rechargeable Tactacam battery packs.
I have not. I'm always a little leary when it comes to product specific accessories. If I would switch brands I would kind of lose out on them. However, they do make sense if you stick with them long term and assuming that Tactacam doesn't change their models to not be able to use them.
How are the batteries holding up? Thanks
So far they have been holding up great!
So when running 12v external on reveal cam, do you leave camera setting for battery type on lithium since those are internal backup?
Yes.
I live in North Carolina but I hunt in Ohio t Kansas I use 6 volt external golf cart batteries use them for years work great
I’ve been recently bumping up my external batteries to those too and yes, they do work great!
Is this camera designed for Li.ion? Or what's solution for 1.5 v x 4 battery configuration.Expert.inputs appreciated
Not sure.
I have a cheaper camera that takes 4 AA's the lithium batteries won't work, the camera is disabled when it detects ~6.5V or more. New Lithium AA are ~1.8V x 4 = 8.2V alkaline are 1.6V x 4 = 6.4V. They do drop once connected but not enough to get below the 6.5V
Edit: lithium are 1.7V x 4 = 6.8V
If memory serves me right I think they make re-chargeable lithium batteries. If they do that might be the route to go
How many years do you think the battery boxes will last?
The battery around 7 years. The box should last 15 to 20 years easily. The wire components are well built and as long as the seal does its job all would be good. If the seal even gave out, one could just make a silicone seal.
I have a blaze video w600 trail cam for monitoring night time deer activity. It's great. With motion activation, it takes roughly 30 one minute videos a night. The problem is battery life. It uses 8 energizer ultimate lithium batteries. In cold weather, 10 to 20 degress f, they only lasted 6 or 7 days before dying. So I got 8 more and it's the same. Do you or anyone have any suggestions?
Create a battery box with a 12 Ah battery.
@@oakironoutdoors2436 thanks but I was really wondering if 6 or 7 days with those "quality" batteries and the way I use the cam is par for the course. They supposedly should last longer.
@@kevhead1525if you’re already using Energizer Lithium batteries what batteries are you asking about then?
@@oakironoutdoors2436 I'm asking if that is the standard life for those batteries in a cam that is in 10 to 20 degree weather. If so I am greatly disappointed.
The lithiums get my Tactacams through 5 months in very cold weather.
Great info Thanks
Regular Energizers used to last me the whole season from Sept. 1 to Feb. 1. Now they last 1 month...turned to absolute garbage. I have one camera that has good cell coverage, has taken less than 40 pics and i am getting low battery messages. Done with Energizer period.
Yeah, I’ve also tested Energizer batteries right out of the package and not all are at 100 percent efficiency out of the package. For a cheap battery O do like Rayovacs.
Why not use a 12v 7ah-9ah Lithium battery instead of a SLA battery or NiMH instead and not waste on the energizer expensive backups?
I mention that in the video.
I've lost way too many electronics to alkaline batteries to ever use them again.