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LIR2032 vs LIR2016: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    In a pinchLIR2016 can stand in for LIR2032, but not the other way roundThey’re the same width and power, but LIR2016 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 50% sooner. LIR2032 is too thick to fit where LIR2016 goes.
    LIR2032+ 3.6V
    LIR2032As thick as 4 credit cards stacked
    LIR2016+ 3.6V
    LIR2016As thick as 2 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put LIR2016 where LIR2032 goes?In a pinch
    Can I put LIR2032 where LIR2016 goes?No
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    What’s different

    LIR2032LIR2016
    SizeAbout the size of a nickelAbout the size of a nickel Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 4 credit cards stackedAs thick as 2 credit cards stacked
    Power3.6 volts3.6 volts Same
    KindRechargeable coin batteryRechargeable coin battery

    Lasts longer: LIR2032 (about 100% longer)

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Questions people ask

Can I use LIR2016 instead of LIR2032?

In a pinch. They’re the same width and power, but LIR2016 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 50% sooner. LIR2032 is too thick to fit where LIR2016 goes.

Can I use LIR2032 instead of LIR2016?

No. They’re the same width and power, but LIR2016 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 50% sooner. LIR2032 is too thick to fit where LIR2016 goes.

Which one lasts longer?

LIR2032 (about 100% longer).

All the numbers

LIR2032LIR2016
Diameter20.0 mm20.0 mm
Height3.2 mm1.6 mm
Nominal voltage3.6V3.6V
Typical capacity40 mAh20 mAh
ChemistryLithium-ion rechargeableLithium-ion rechargeable
Shelf life3 yrs3 yrs
Operating temp-20 to 60 °C-20 to 60 °C
Can I use LIR2016 instead of LIR2032?In a pinch
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