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BR2330 vs BR2330A: 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.
    BR2330+ 3V
    BR2330As thick as 4 credit cards stacked
    BR2330A+ 3V
    BR2330AAs thick as 4 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put BR2330A where BR2330 goes?Usually
    Can I put BR2330 where BR2330A goes?Usually
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    What’s different

    BR2330BR2330A
    SizeAbout the size of a quarterAbout the size of a quarter 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 BR2330

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Questions people ask

Can I use BR2330A instead of BR2330?

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 BR2330 instead of BR2330A?

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

BR2330BR2330A
Diameter23.0 mm23.0 mm
Height3.0 mm3.0 mm
Nominal voltage3.0V3.0V
Typical capacity255 mAh255 mAh
ChemistryLithium carbon monofluorideLithium carbon monofluoride
Shelf life10 yrs10 yrs
Operating temp-30 to 85 °C-40 to 125 °C
Can I use BR2330A instead of BR2330?Usually
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