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BR1632 vs BR1632A: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    UsuallyUsually, but check your deviceSame size and power, made a little differently. The BR type copes with heat better (think tyre sensors) but gives less power, so it suits low-power things.
    BR1632+ 3V
    BR1632As thick as 4 credit cards stacked
    BR1632A+ 3V
    BR1632AAs thick as 4 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put BR1632A where BR1632 goes?Usually
    Can I put BR1632 where BR1632A goes?Usually
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    What’s different

    BR1632BR1632A
    SizeA little smaller than a dimeA little smaller than a dime Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 4 credit cards stackedAs thick as 4 credit cards stacked Same
    Power3 volts3 volts Same
    KindCoin batteryCoin battery

    Lasts longer: Same

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    Where to buy BR1632

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Questions people ask

Can I use BR1632A instead of BR1632?

Usually. Same size and power, made a little differently. The BR type copes with heat better (think tyre sensors) but gives less power, so it suits low-power things.

Can I use BR1632 instead of BR1632A?

Usually. Same size and power, made a little differently. The BR type copes with heat better (think tyre sensors) but gives less power, so it suits low-power things.

Which one lasts longer?

They last about the same.

All the numbers

BR1632BR1632A
Diameter16.0 mm16.0 mm
Height3.2 mm3.2 mm
Nominal voltage3.0V3.0V
Typical capacity120 mAh120 mAh
ChemistryLithium carbon monofluorideLithium carbon monofluoride
Shelf life10 yrs10 yrs
Operating temp-30 to 85 °C-40 to 125 °C
Can I use BR1632A instead of BR1632?Usually
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