Lionel Legacy #990 Rechargeable Replacement Batteries?

[O-GaugeOscar]

I recently purchased a (new) Lionel Legacy Cab2/Base system. However, I soon discovered that one of the three 1.2 V/ 2450 mAh rechargeable batteries would not take a charge. With Radio Shack bankrupt and out of business, I looked for a replacement at Menards (regional DIY retailer). But, Menards only carries 1350 mAh rechargeable batteries. Will a 1350 mAh battery work with the other original batteries, or do I risk a possible charging/fire problem? Alternatively, does anyone know where I can purchase another rechargeable 2450 mAh battery?

Many thanks,

[sir james I]

A lot of places online sell Batteries but you will probably have to buy 2 or 4. Most guys I know take the rechargables out and use regular batteries.

[Laurastom]

When my original batteries failed I purchased 2450 mAh Duracells. Got them at the local CVS in a promotion pack that included a charger. The charger was helpful in verifying a bad battery rather than a failure in the 990 charging circuit. I recommend staying with 2450mAh batteries. Alternatively Lithium Ion non rechargables work as well. 

Tom

[Dave45681]

O-GaugeOscar

............ But, Menards only carries 1350 mAh rechargeable batteries. Will a 1350 mAh battery work with the other original batteries, or do I risk a possible charging/fire problem? ..........

 

It's not a good idea to mix capacities that are so different.  Maybe 2400 and 2450 could be OK(I've probably done that many times with a camera), but 2450 and 1350 is probably asking for trouble.

If you use something non-rechargeable, make sure to remember not to rest the remote in the charging stand.

[lion88roar]

There is a site named after a river/rain forest in Brazil... type '2450mAh rechargable batteries' in their search bar and you get links to a number of them.