[The technical and shopping information below is for Power One zinc air batteries. For information on Power One ACCU line of rechargeable hearing aid batteries and chargers, click here.]

VARTA Microbattery with its brand Power One has over 100 years of experience in developing innovative battery technologies. Featuring with its consumer-focused extra long tabs, Power One batteries are manufactured at the world's most up-to-date and biggest production site for hearing aid batteries in Ellwangen/Germany—well recognized for manufacturing quality and detailed precision. Subject to Germany's stringent safety guidelines and quality checks, every cell is tested for its electrical and mechanical characteristics in compliance with its specification.

VARTA Microbattery's Power One uses an environmental management system certified in accordance with the ISO 14001 standard. It also uses eco-friendly materials for the packaging.

States Herbert Schein, CEO VARTA Microbattery GmbHits CEO:

"At Power One, every battery is tested before it leaves the works—100%. The comfort packaging then receives a quality seal, which safely seals and protects it. The rust-proof batteries themselves have an outstanding service life, especially where high power demands are concerned. Behind all this is a special, patented technology that enhances the cell voltage. The environment is equally important to Power One. Hence, Power One is the only manufacturer in the world to provide a complete range of environmentally friendly rechargeable nickel-hydride batteries, together with chargers, for hearing aids."

Shopping Options:

We carry four models of Power One hearing aid batteries [zinc air batteries] in size 10, 312, 13, and 675. We also carry the Power One IMPLANT Plus cochlear battery [size 675].

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Technical Data: Power One zinc air hearing aid batteries, IMPLANT Plus Cochlear battery

[Click here For technical data about Power One ACCU Plus rechargeable hearing aid batteries.]

POWER ONE ZINC AIR BATTERY MODEL	IEC No. Tab Color	Voltage [V]	Capacity [mAh]	Diameter [mm]	Height [mm]	Weight [grams]
Power One P10 Zinc Air Battery, size 10 [datasheet]	PR70	1.4v	100	5.8	3.6	.30
Power One P312 Zinc Air Battery, size 312 [datasheet]	PR41	1.4v	180	7.9	3.6	.58
Power One P13 Zinc Air Battery, size 13 [datasheet]	PR48	1.4v	310	7.9	5.4	.83
Power One P675 Zinc Air Battery, size 675 [datasheet]	PR44	1.4v	650	11.6	5.4	1.85
Power One IMPLANT Plus P675 Zinc Air Battery, size 675 [datasheet]	PR44	1.4v	570	11.6	5.4	1.85

Power One ACCU Plus Rechargeable Hearing Aid Battery Models; ACCU Plus Ni-MH Batteries; Power One ACCU Chargers

Power One Accu Plus Hearing Aid Batteries

ACCU Plus Batteries; Nickel Metal Hydride [Ni-MH] Rechargeable Hearing Aid Batteries

VARTA Microbattery is the only manufacturer to offer both primary zinc air batteries [above], and secondary Ni-MH hearing aid battery options. Some hearing aid now come with Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. The Power One Accu line of hearing aid batteries are exact replacements for customers seeking to replace tired Ni-MH cells. For customers interested in switching from primary zinc air batteries to rechargeble cells, Power One also offers a portable charging unit for its rechargeable Ni-MH hearing aid batteries. All of these items are available for purchase from Microbattery.com.

Just what do you get when you choose Power One ACCU Plus rechargeable hearing aid batteries? For starters, they do not contain any heavy metals: zero mercury, zero cadmium, and zero lead. What else? These high-performance Ni-MH batteries [Nickel Metal Hydride batteries] are characterized by their excellent reliability and quality without any memory effect.

The ACCU Plus series of rechargeable hearing aid battery models offers more than just rechargeability, an emphasis on health, and environmental safety. ACCU Plus batteries boast many innovative features. An example is the patented surface coating that provides improved functionality under various environmental conditions, and stability with safe corrosion protection even after heavy perspiration.

To learn more about VARTA Microbattery and it's Power One ACCU Plus range of rechargeable hearing aid batteries, continue reading below. To understand how they compare to Power One zinc air batteries for practical every day use, click here to skip down to comparison charts of both hearing aid battery lines.

Shopping Options:

We carry all Power One ACCU Plus rechargeable hearing aid batteries and four models of Power One hearing aid battery chargers in several styles.

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Technical Data: Power One ACCU Plus Rechargeable hearing aid battery models

POWER ONE NI-MH BATTERY MODELS	IEC No. Tab Color	Voltage [V]	Capacity [mAh]	Diameter [mm]	Height [mm]	Weight [grams]
Power One P10 ACCU Plus Rechargeable Hearing Aid Battery, size 10 [datasheet]	PR70	1.2v	12	5.8	3.6	.30
Power One P312 ACCU Plus Rechargeable Hearing Aid Battery, size 312 [datasheet]	PR41	1.2v	22	7.9	3.6	.60
Power One P13 ACCU Plus Rechargeable Hearing Aid Battery, size 13 [datasheet]	PR48	1.2v	30	7.9	5.4	.90
Power One P675 ACCU Plus Rechargeable Hearing Aid Battery, size 675 [datasheet]	PR44	1.2v	68	11.6	5.4	2.0

*As with any new rechargeable battery, ACCU Plus batteries will not reach full capacity right out of the package. Several power discharge [uses] and charge cycles will be required. These rechargeable hearing aid batteries should be stored at normal room temperature, and during extended periods of non-use, they should be removed from your hearing aid devices. Even during passive states, a low current does circulate which can deep discharge [i.e., drain] a battery over a period of time. Such a discharge harms the battery by creating an irreversible loss of its capacity.

Primary Zinc Air Batteries Vs. Rechargeable ACCU Plus Batteries

The VARTA Microbattery Power One brand of hearing aid batteries is an excellent choice for your hearing device. Determining which battery type, zinc air or Ni-MH ACCU rechargeables, for most is determined by their practicality for everyday use. To help you with this choice, the pros and cons for each battery type are displayed in the charts below.

Power One Zinc Air Batteries

ADVANTAGES	DISADVANTAGES
Very high mAh capacities means these batteries will last for days before requiring replacement Excellent shelf life Better for high drain hearing aids No need to recharge Overall more convenient use	Much higher disposal rate for both packaging and batteries. Overall higher cost

Power One ACCU Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries

ADVANTAGES	DISADVANTAGES
Slightly lower overall cost Less disposal of batteries and packaging	Much lower mAh capacity than zinc air batteries Charging unit and charger power source required Nightly charging of cells required May need a spare, charged battery handy Size 10 cell may not last through an entire day's use

ACCU Plus Pocket Charger Options

Power One boasts a selection of chargers for ACCU batteries giving you the ultimate in portability and versatility.

The Power One Pocketcharger [or Card Charger as it is sometimes referred] will charge one or two rechargeable Power One ACCU hearing aid batteries. It is supplied with three different inserts which allow you to charge P10 ACCU, P312 ACCU, and P13 ACCU Plus batteries! The Pocketcharger works independently of a power outlet. It is powered by a VARTA Microbattery's rechargeable lithium polymer battery which charges your hearing aid batteries in 2.5 hours. You can recharge your ACCU Plus batteries up to 18 times before needing to plug in the charger. To preserve battery life and durability, the charger is equipped with a refresh safety function which first fully discharges partially charged batteries. Similar to the pocket charger, but exclusively for ACCU P675 batteries, the Power One 675 charger contains many of the same features as including the ability to charge one or two of your ACCU P675 button cells and its discharge function. Charge time for your P675 ACCU batteries is 5 hours.

Also available is the Power One series of Penchargers which allow you to charge P10 ACCU, P312 ACCU and P13 ACCU rechargeable hearing aid batteries. Powered by two AAA batteries, these ultra portable units charge your battery in five hours. To improve battery service life and performance, pen chargers drain partially charged cells prior to charging, similar to their pocket charger counterparts.

For specific information on the Power One charger models we carry, click on the PDF data sheet thumbnails below right.

	ACCU Pocket Charger	ACCU Plus P675 Charger
	ACCU Pen Charger, P312	ACCU Pen Charger, P13

Other Documentation: Power One Technical Data; Company and Product Brochures

Please click the thumbs below to open PDF content.


Safety Certification ISO 14001	Material Safety Data Sheets: Power One Zinc Air Batteries	Material Safety Data Sheets: Power One ACCU Plus Batteries


VARTA Microbattery: Company Overview	VARTA Microbattery: Product Overview	Power One Brochure : Zinc Air Hearing Aid Batteries


Power One Brochure: Power One ACCU Plus Batteries

Power One Battery Packaging

Power One flaunts innovative features from its batteries down to the thoughtful and convenient design of its packaging. Its consumer-focused long tabs [photo 1] allows for easy handling of its zinc air cells. Its excellent packaging earned it the Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany [photo 4]. With a patented rotary dial [photo 3] that snaps into indexed stop positions for extra security and convenience, removing the batteries from the package, and if desired, putting them back into it, is a snap.

Additionally, because removal of the batteries require the main seal to be broken, you are ensured that your hearing aid batteries are factory tested and in pristine condition; and a resealable latching system [photo 3 ] ensures secure package closure time after time.

Download and view a mpeg video of Power One's unique comfort packaging by clicking the image below [10 megabytes].

Power One World Wide Philanthropy: Giving Back

Power One is a socially conscious company that is aware of both its capabilities and social responsibilities. It cares about people enduring physical handicap, and in cooperation with prestigious companies such as lufthansa, Phonaks Hear the World, and others, VARTA Microbattery Power One provides substantial assistance even well beyond its borders. Learn more by clicking the PDF links below:

Power One Jordan: Giving Energy to Hear

Power One Nairobi: Hear The World Foundation

Paris to Marrakesch: Humanitarian Desert Journey

Power One Jordan: Supporting SINN-voll helfen

Power One Wheelchair Basketball:
Encouraging Sponsorship of People With Disabilities