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LR926 vs LR921: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    In a pinchLR921 can stand in for LR926, 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 35% sooner. LR926 is too thick to fit where LR921 goes.
    LR926+ 1.5V
    LR926As thick as 3 credit cards stacked
    LR921+ 1.5V
    LR921As thick as 3 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put LR921 where LR926 goes?In a pinch
    Can I put LR926 where LR921 goes?No
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    What’s different

    LR926LR921
    SizeAbout as wide as a peaAbout as wide as a pea Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 3 credit cards stackedAs thick as 3 credit cards stacked
    Power1.5 volts1.5 volts Same
    KindButton batteryButton battery

    Lasts longer: LR926 (about 53% longer)

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Questions people ask

Can I use LR921 instead of LR926?

In a pinch. They’re the same width and power, but LR921 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 35% sooner. LR926 is too thick to fit where LR921 goes.

Can I use LR926 instead of LR921?

No. They’re the same width and power, but LR921 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 35% sooner. LR926 is too thick to fit where LR921 goes.

Which one lasts longer?

LR926 (about 53% longer).

All the numbers

LR926LR921
Diameter9.5 mm9.5 mm
Height2.6 mm2.1 mm
Nominal voltage1.5V1.5V
Typical capacity46 mAh30 mAh
ChemistryAlkalineAlkaline
Shelf life5 yrs5 yrs
Operating temp-10 to 60 °C-10 to 60 °C
Can I use LR921 instead of LR926?In a pinch
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