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LR921 vs SR936W: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    NoLR921 can stand in for SR936W, but not the other way roundThey’re the same width and power, but LR921 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 60% sooner. SR936W is too thick to fit where LR921 goes.
    LR921+ 1.5V
    LR921As thick as 3 credit cards stacked
    SR936W+ 1.55V
    SR936WAs thick as 5 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put SR936W where LR921 goes?No
    Can I put LR921 where SR936W goes?In a pinch
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    What’s different

    LR921SR936W
    SizeAbout as wide as a peaAbout as wide as a pea Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 3 credit cards stackedAs thick as 5 credit cards stacked
    Power1.5 volts1.55 volts
    KindButton batteryWatch battery

    Lasts longer: SR936W (about 150% longer)

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Questions people ask

Can I use SR936W instead of LR921?

No. They’re the same width and power, but LR921 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 60% sooner. SR936W is too thick to fit where LR921 goes.

Can I use LR921 instead of SR936W?

In a pinch. They’re the same width and power, but LR921 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 60% sooner. SR936W is too thick to fit where LR921 goes.

Which one lasts longer?

SR936W (about 150% longer).

All the numbers

LR921SR936W
Diameter9.5 mm9.5 mm
Height2.1 mm3.6 mm
Nominal voltage1.5V1.55V
Typical capacity30 mAh75 mAh
ChemistryAlkalineSilver oxide
Shelf life5 yrs5 yrs
Operating temp-10 to 60 °C-10 to 60 °C
Can I use SR936W instead of LR921?No
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