Batteries

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Batteries
Batteries

Batteries: the power source for your pleasure toys

Sex toys have the power to bring us to new heights — so long as they have long-lasting batteries inside them.

The industry of adult toys has come so far (no pun intended). Before, people had gotten themselves off using phallic shapes made from all kinds of materials, such as brass and stuffed leather. Even our ancestors in 29,000 BC got creative and carved out penis rocks, and the ancient Greeks in 500 BC tried doing it using old loaves of bread! Eventually, the dildo came to be during Medieval times, ushering in a new dawn for sex toys — and inspiring people to stop inserting everyday objects inside to pleasure themselves.

Then, electricity was discovered, ushering in a new era of sex toys. In the 21st century, stationary dildos aren’t the only toys on the market — now, we also have dynamic vibrators that bring forth a new wave of sensations.

But the best part about this current era of sex toys is the fact that many of these devices are portable — because they are powered by batteries.

What makes battery-powered sex toys so great?

Battery-powered sex toys are great because they’re convenient.

Unlike rechargeable sex toys, you don’t have to wait for hours for a battery-operated device to finish charging. You can get right down to business at the very moment you get turned on to satisfy your libido.

Additionally, you don’t have to worry about the electricity getting cut off when you’re about to climax — which is something that might happen when using a plug-and-play kind of sex toy, especially here in the Philippines where brownouts can suddenly happen without any warning. Has this scenario ever happened to you? We feel your frustration. After all, accidentally getting “blue bean” — the female equivalent for blue balls — is just a recipe for frustration.

Battery-powered toys are also long-lasting — especially if you take care of them really well. Their power source isn’t built in, so when the batteries have reached the end of their lifespan, you only have to change them. Convenient, straightforward, and durable — battery-powered sex toys are truly a godsend.

What kinds of batteries used in sex toys?

ALKALINE BATTERIES

Alkaline batteries are a type of single-use batteries that derive their energy from the reaction between zinc metal and manganese dioxide. This kind of battery is noted for its higher density and longer shelf life. Because of this, alkaline batteries take up a huge chunk of manufactured batteries in several countries — 80% in the US, 46% in Japan, 68% in Switzerland, 60% in the UK, and 47% in the EU.

If you’re buying batteries for your sex toys, it’s highly likely you’re going to pick up the alkaline ones. They’re capable enough of powering your devices, but do bear in mind that alkaline batteries have the tendency to leak and corrode everything in their immediate area. Because of this, you should always remember to take out the batteries when you’re not using the device.

HEAVY DUTY/EXTRA HEAVY DUTY BATTERIES

The heavy-duty/extra heavy duty battery, also known as zinc-chloride battery, is another type of battery that’s common in the market today. It’s the improved version of the zinc-carbon battery, which was popular way back in the day.

The heavy duty battery uses purer cells, and as a result, it can provide steadier voltage and have about twice the service life of its zinc-carbon.

These zinc-chloride batteries are also much less likely to leak, so using them will keep your sex toy in good shape. The only big disadvantage is that they tend to be more expensive than alkaline batteries.

NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES (NIMH)

A type of rechargeable battery, the nickel metal hydride battery shares similarities with the nickel-cadmium cell — the only difference being that NiMH’s negative electrodes use a hydrogen-absorbing alloy instead of cadmium. Because of this, NiMH can have more capacity than NiCD batteries of the same size, and it also has a higher energy density.

NiMH batteries are similar to alkaline batteries in terms of size, and they’re usually chosen as an alternative by people who don’t want to buy alkaline batteries every time the power runs out. But despite its rechargeability, NiMH batteries don’t provide as high a voltage as their alkaline counterparts — though it’s still generally a compatible cell voltage.

They’re still a decent choice for sex toys, so you can use them if you want. It all boils down to what your preferences are.

Our Recommendations

Here at NOTI.ph, we believe that you should always have power sources for your sex toys. After all, running out of juice in the middle of a steamy session is one of the worst things that could happen to you.

If you’re looking for batteries, check the ones that we have in our store.

VINNIC 2-PACK HEAVY-DUTY LR1/N BATTERIES

Lightweight and heavy-duty? These are the two main characteristics of an ideal sex toy battery, and luckily, the Vinnic 2-Pack Heavy-Duty LR1/N Batteries embody them. These batteries also last longer than you expect, so you don’t have to stress too much about your sex toys shutting down when you’re about to hit your peak.

Frequently Asked Questions

CAN I USE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES IN SEX TOYS?

If you don’t want to keep buying batteries every time the ones inside your sex toys run out of power, then rechargeable batteries — aka NiMH batteries — are definitely worth considering. The only thing you have to consider is the fact that rechargeable batteries don’t pack quite as strong a punch as single-use ones.

HOW DO I KNOW WHICH BATTERIES TO CHOOSE FOR MY SEX TOYS?

As we’ve covered already, batteries for sex toys come in a wide variety of kinds and sizes. So, it can be intimidating trying to choose some for your toys. Luckily, your toy will have an indication in its packaging of what battery size you should be looking for.

Once you know the size, you can choose which kind of battery you prefer: do you like to use the alkaline one for their convenience? Or would you like the rechargeable batteries instead?

SHOULD I TAKE OUT THE BATTERIES FROM THE SEX TOY AFTER USE?

Yes — in fact, it’s actually the best practice to remove batteries when the sex toy’s not in use. There are several reasons for this.

Firstly, when you leave the batteries when not in use, they could get drained more easily, which is just not cost-effective. And secondly, the batteries — especially if you’re using alkaline ones — can leak and corrode everything inside your sex toy, permanently ruining it.

WHY DOESN’T MY SEX TOY POWER ON?

If you’ve put on the batteries, but the toy still doesn’t turn on, it’s highly likely you haven’t placed them properly. Maybe you inserted them in the wrong positions, or maybe they’re not inserted tight enough. So, make sure to check the battery compartment to see if the batteries are placed properly.

Another possibility is that the batteries have now run out of power. If this is the case, then it’s time to buy new ones for your sex device.

HOW DO I KNOW THAT THE BATTERIES I BOUGHT ONLINE ARE GENUINE?

A good rule of thumb when it comes to buying batteries is that if the price is too low, then the batteries are probably counterfeit. Another great thing to do is to only buy from credible stores, such as ours. Here at NOTI, we only sell authentic batteries that won’t break the bank or your precious toyfriends.

Did you know?

Buying batteries for your sex toys is now easier than ever. Sex toys use a wide variety of batteries, and they can easily be found in stores and shops. You can also buy the batteries together with the sex toys from our sex shop. NOTI.ph believes in a streamlined shopping experience for our customers, so we’ve always made sure to stock batteries in our catalog as well.

If you want to check out our stock, you can find the batteries we’re selling under the “batteries” catalog on our site.

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