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14250 vs 14430: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    No14250 can stand in for 14430, but not the other way roundThey’re the same width and power, but 14250 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 50% sooner. 14430 is too thick to fit where 14250 goes.
    14250
    14250Short and chunky, about 2.5 cm long
    14430
    14430A bit shorter than an AA and as thin as a pencil
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    Both ways round

    Can I put 14430 where 14250 goes?No
    Can I put 14250 where 14430 goes?In a pinch
  3. 3

    What’s different

    1425014430
    SizeShort and chunky, about 2.5 cm longA bit shorter than an AA and as thin as a pencil Same
    LengthShort and chunky, about 2.5 cm longA bit shorter than an AA and as thin as a pencil
    Power3.7 volts3.7 volts Same
    KindRechargeable flashlight batteryRechargeable flashlight battery

    Lasts longer: 14430 (about 100% longer)

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    Where to buy 14250

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Questions people ask

Can I use 14430 instead of 14250?

No. They’re the same width and power, but 14250 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 50% sooner. 14430 is too thick to fit where 14250 goes.

Can I use 14250 instead of 14430?

In a pinch. They’re the same width and power, but 14250 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 50% sooner. 14430 is too thick to fit where 14250 goes.

Which one lasts longer?

14430 (about 100% longer).

All the numbers

1425014430
Diameter14.0 mm14.0 mm
Height25.0 mm43.0 mm
Nominal voltage3.7V3.7V
Typical capacity300 mAh600 mAh
ChemistryLithium-ion rechargeableLithium-ion rechargeable
Shelf life3 yrs3 yrs
Operating temp-20 to 60 °C-20 to 60 °C
Can I use 14430 instead of 14250?No
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