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DEEP THOUGHT OF THE DAYWhy aren't there any "B" batteries?
Posted by Chris, Forest Grove, OR on Mar 23, 2026 • in Beaverton OR
Part 3 of our MythBusters series: Myth 3: If it smells clean, it is clean Reality: Fragrance is not cleanliness.Covering odor doesn’t remove the source. Pet dander, body oils, food residues, and the fine soil you don’t see must be physically removed. I am not a fan of blasting deodorizer at the end. When deodorizers are needed, professionals apply them thoughtfully at the beginning and rinse them, rather than misting them like perfume. To put it plainly: Cleaning removes source materials; scent masks them.
Posted by Chris, Forest Grove, OR on Mar 16, 2026 • in Beaverton OR
Thank you for reading my MythBusters series. Five more parts to come. How is your business doing?
Question: What has been your experience with DIY carpet cleaning machines versus professional services?
Are DIY methods effective, or do professional services provide noticeably better results?
It's not even close!
DYI units don't have the heat or power necessary. The carpet might look clean, but you leave a lot behind and will often void your carpet warranty. DYI jobs that stay damp for a day (or 3) aren’t a badge of effort; they’re a biology project!
Are DIY methods effective, or do professional services provide noticeably better results?
It's not even close!
DYI units don't have the heat or power necessary. The carpet might look clean, but you leave a lot behind and will often void your carpet warranty. DYI jobs that stay damp for a day (or 3) aren’t a badge of effort; they’re a biology project!
Beaverton, OR • 3 Locals Recommend Them • Posted on Thursday, March 26, 2026
because the vacuum tube electronics they powered in the 1920s–1950s became obsolete, replaced by... (more)
because the vacuum tube electronics they powered in the 1920s–1950s became obsolete, replaced by transistors and smaller, more efficient battery standards like AA and AAA. They lacked a consumer niche, as their 1.5V output was not distinct enough from cheaper, more common options, causing them to fall out of production.
Obsolete Technology: Early "B" batteries (and "A" batteries) were mainly used to power vacuum tubes in portable radios, which were replaced by transistor technology by the 1950s.
Lack of Demand: As gadgets became smaller, the demand for B-sized batteries faded, and manufacturers stopped designing products around that size.
Standardization: AA and AAA batteries became the industry standard for portable electronics, filling the market for small, 1.5V, and 3V devices.
While the "B" name is absent from modern consumer electronics, other less common batteries like AAAA and specialized camera batteries are still in use, often hidden inside larger packs.