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CR1616 vs DL1616: can you swap them?

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  1. 1

    The short answer

    YesYes, they’re the same batteryCR1616 and DL1616 are two names for the exact same battery. Use either one.
    CR1616+ 3V
    CR1616As thick as 2 credit cards stacked
    CR1616+ 3V
    DL1616As thick as 2 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put DL1616 where CR1616 goes?Yes
    Can I put CR1616 where DL1616 goes?Yes
  3. 3

    What’s different

    CR1616DL1616
    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: Same

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    Where to buy CR1616

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    Our pickThe exact match, 4-packEnergizer CR1616 3.0V Battery (4-Pack)
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    Best value10-pack, handy to keep in a drawerCR1616 3.0V Battery Value Pack (10-Pack)
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    Other brandDuracell DL1616, the same batteryDuracell DL1616 / CR1616 3.0V Battery
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Questions people ask

Can I use DL1616 instead of CR1616?

Yes. CR1616 and DL1616 are two names for the exact same battery. Use either one.

Can I use CR1616 instead of DL1616?

Yes. CR1616 and DL1616 are two names for the exact same battery. Use either one.

Which one lasts longer?

They last about the same.

All the numbers

CR1616DL1616
Diameter16.0 mm16.0 mm
Height1.6 mm1.6 mm
Nominal voltage3.0V3.0V
Typical capacity55 mAh55 mAh
ChemistryLithium manganese dioxideLithium manganese dioxide
Shelf life10 yrs10 yrs
Operating temp-30 to 60 °C-30 to 60 °C
Can I use DL1616 instead of CR1616?Yes
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1The short answer2Both ways3Differences4Buy it5Learn more