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LIR1632 vs LIR1620H: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    In a pinchLIR1620H can stand in for LIR1632, but not the other way roundThey’re the same width and power, but LIR1620H is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 23% sooner. LIR1632 is too thick to fit where LIR1620H goes.
    LIR1632+ 3.6V
    LIR1632As thick as 4 credit cards stacked
    LIR1620H+ 3.7V
    LIR1620HAs thick as 3 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put LIR1620H where LIR1632 goes?In a pinch
    Can I put LIR1632 where LIR1620H goes?No
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    What’s different

    LIR1632LIR1620H
    SizeA little smaller than a dimeA little smaller than a dime Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 4 credit cards stackedAs thick as 3 credit cards stacked
    Power3.6 volts3.7 volts
    KindRechargeable coin batteryRechargeable coin battery

    Lasts longer: LIR1632 (about 30% longer)

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Questions people ask

Can I use LIR1620H instead of LIR1632?

In a pinch. They’re the same width and power, but LIR1620H is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 23% sooner. LIR1632 is too thick to fit where LIR1620H goes.

Can I use LIR1632 instead of LIR1620H?

No. They’re the same width and power, but LIR1620H is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 23% sooner. LIR1632 is too thick to fit where LIR1620H goes.

Which one lasts longer?

LIR1632 (about 30% longer).

All the numbers

LIR1632LIR1620H
Diameter16.0 mm16.0 mm
Height3.2 mm2.0 mm
Nominal voltage3.6V3.7V
Typical capacity30 mAh23 mAh
ChemistryLithium-ion rechargeableLithium-ion rechargeable
Shelf life3 yrs3 yrs
Operating temp-20 to 60 °C-20 to 60 °C
Can I use LIR1620H instead of LIR1632?In a pinch
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