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CR1616 vs BR1616: 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.
    CR1616+ 3V
    CR1616As thick as 2 credit cards stacked
    BR1616+ 3V
    BR1616As thick as 2 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put BR1616 where CR1616 goes?Usually
    Can I put CR1616 where BR1616 goes?Usually
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    What’s different

    CR1616BR1616
    SizeA little smaller than a dimeA little smaller than a dime Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 2 credit cards stackedAs thick as 2 credit cards stacked Same
    Power3 volts3 volts Same
    KindCoin batteryCoin battery

    Lasts longer: CR1616 (about 15% longer)

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Questions people ask

Can I use BR1616 instead of CR1616?

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 CR1616 instead of BR1616?

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?

CR1616 (about 15% longer).

All the numbers

CR1616BR1616
Diameter16.0 mm16.0 mm
Height1.6 mm1.6 mm
Nominal voltage3.0V3.0V
Typical capacity55 mAh48 mAh
ChemistryLithium manganese dioxideLithium carbon monofluoride
Shelf life10 yrs10 yrs
Operating temp-30 to 60 °C-30 to 85 °C
Can I use BR1616 instead of CR1616?Usually
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