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Old 30th Oct 2013, 3:28 pm   #17
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Default Re: Remove those batteries when out of use!

You can also wrap the cells in clingfilm which sometimes helps.

I agree with the experiences of others, it's completely unpredictable. I've had cheap Chinese factory fit zinc carbons in remotes last for over a decade without leaking, and I've had expensive Duracells leak well within the use by date.

Battery leakage does seem to do less damage than it used to though - maybe the chemistry has changed.
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