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LR936 vs LR926: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    In a pinchLR926 can stand in for LR936, but not the other way roundThey’re the same width and power, but LR926 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 4% sooner. LR936 is too thick to fit where LR926 goes.
    LR936+ 1.5V
    LR936As thick as 5 credit cards stacked
    LR926+ 1.5V
    LR926As thick as 3 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put LR926 where LR936 goes?In a pinch
    Can I put LR936 where LR926 goes?No
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    What’s different

    LR936LR926
    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: LR936 (about 4% longer)

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Questions people ask

Can I use LR926 instead of LR936?

In a pinch. They’re the same width and power, but LR926 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 4% sooner. LR936 is too thick to fit where LR926 goes.

Can I use LR936 instead of LR926?

No. They’re the same width and power, but LR926 is thinner. It may wobble a little and runs out about 4% sooner. LR936 is too thick to fit where LR926 goes.

Which one lasts longer?

LR936 (about 4% longer).

All the numbers

LR936LR926
Diameter9.5 mm9.5 mm
Height3.6 mm2.6 mm
Nominal voltage1.5V1.5V
Typical capacity48 mAh46 mAh
ChemistryAlkalineAlkaline
Shelf life5 yrs5 yrs
Operating temp-10 to 60 °C-10 to 60 °C
Can I use LR926 instead of LR936?In a pinch
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