Cold doesn't just make you miserable on the ice — it measurably shrinks how much energy your battery can deliver. 14.8V NMC lithium batteries (Norsk, Amped Outdoors, Scheels-brand units) have become the go-to for LiveScope and Mega Live because they run the electronics closer to their rated voltage ceiling and deliver roughly 15–20% more runtime than a same-Ah 12V LiFePO4. The tradeoff: they need a dedicated 16.8V charger and should never be charged below freezing just like any lithium chemistry.
Ice & Electronics Power
Runtime for your ice fishing electronics at real-world temps, including 14.8V NMC battery support and dual-unit setups. Plus an electric auger hole counter.
12V · 14.8V · 16V
Electronics Setup
Estimated Runtime
14.2
hours on the ice
Total draw8.0 W
Cold capacity factor88%
Usable energy216 Wh
14.8V NMC batteries run electronics near their rated voltage ceiling, delivering roughly 15–20% more runtime than a same-Ah 12V pack. They need a dedicated 16.8V charger — do not charge with a standard 12V or LiFePO4 charger.
Electric Auger Hole Count
How many holes can you drill before the battery gives out — anchored to manufacturer published specs where available.
ION · ESKIMO · STRIKEMASTER
Your Auger
ION published spec: 2000 in/charge (8" bit). Holes = published spec ÷ ice thickness. Dull blades, hard ice, or cold batteries will reduce actual count — treat this as ideal conditions.
Estimated Holes
167
holes per charge
Battery40V / 4Ah
At this ice thickness12 in
Plenty for a typical day — most ice anglers drill 15–30 holes.