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CR2477 vs BR2477A: 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.
    CR2477+ 3V
    CR2477As thick as 10 credit cards stacked
    BR2477A+ 3V
    BR2477AAs thick as 10 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put BR2477A where CR2477 goes?Usually
    Can I put CR2477 where BR2477A goes?Usually
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    What’s different

    CR2477BR2477A
    SizeAbout the size of a quarterAbout the size of a quarter Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 10 credit cards stackedAs thick as 10 credit cards stacked Same
    Power3 volts3 volts Same
    KindCoin batteryCoin battery

    Lasts longer: Same

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    Where to buy CR2477

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Questions people ask

Can I use BR2477A instead of CR2477?

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 CR2477 instead of BR2477A?

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

CR2477BR2477A
Diameter24.5 mm24.5 mm
Height7.7 mm7.7 mm
Nominal voltage3.0V3.0V
Typical capacity1000 mAh1000 mAh
ChemistryLithium manganese dioxideLithium carbon monofluoride
Shelf life10 yrs10 yrs
Operating temp-30 to 60 °C-40 to 125 °C
Can I use BR2477A instead of CR2477?Usually
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