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LR41 vs LR721: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    In a pinchLR721 can stand in for LR41, but not the other way roundThey’re the same width and power, but LR721 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 53% sooner. LR41 is too thick to fit where LR721 goes.
    LR41+ 1.5V
    LR41As thick as 5 credit cards stacked
    LR721+ 1.5V
    LR721As thick as 3 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put LR721 where LR41 goes?In a pinch
    Can I put LR41 where LR721 goes?No
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    What’s different

    LR41LR721
    SizeAbout as wide as a peaAbout as wide as a pea Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 5 credit cards stackedAs thick as 3 credit cards stacked
    Power1.5 volts1.5 volts Same
    KindButton batteryButton battery

    Lasts longer: LR41 (about 111% longer)

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Questions people ask

Can I use LR721 instead of LR41?

In a pinch. They’re the same width and power, but LR721 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 53% sooner. LR41 is too thick to fit where LR721 goes.

Can I use LR41 instead of LR721?

No. They’re the same width and power, but LR721 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 53% sooner. LR41 is too thick to fit where LR721 goes.

Which one lasts longer?

LR41 (about 111% longer).

All the numbers

LR41LR721
Diameter7.9 mm7.9 mm
Height3.6 mm2.1 mm
Nominal voltage1.5V1.5V
Typical capacity38 mAh18 mAh
ChemistryAlkalineAlkaline
Shelf life5 yrs5 yrs
Operating temp-10 to 60 °C-10 to 60 °C
Can I use LR721 instead of LR41?In a pinch
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1The short answer2Both ways3Differences4Buy it5Learn more