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CR2300 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.
    CR2300+ 3V
    CR2300As 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 CR2300 goes?Usually
    Can I put CR2300 where BR2330A goes?Usually
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    What’s different

    CR2300BR2330A
    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: BR2330A (about 27% longer)

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    Where to buy CR2300

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Questions people ask

Can I use BR2330A instead of CR2300?

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 CR2300 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?

BR2330A (about 27% longer).

All the numbers

CR2300BR2330A
Diameter23.0 mm23.0 mm
Height3.0 mm3.0 mm
Nominal voltage3.0V3.0V
Typical capacity200 mAh255 mAh
ChemistryLithium manganese dioxideLithium carbon monofluoride
Shelf life10 yrs10 yrs
Operating temp-30 to 60 °C-40 to 125 °C
Can I use BR2330A instead of CR2300?Usually
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