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Size 312 vs SR714SW: can you swap them?

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    The short answer

    NoNo, hearing aid batteries are differentThey’re the same size, but hearing aid batteries breathe air through tiny holes to work. Don’t mix them with ordinary button batteries.
    312STICKER
    Size 312As thick as 5 credit cards stacked
    SR714SW+ 1.55V
    SR714SWAs thick as 2 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put SR714SW where Size 312 goes?No
    Can I put Size 312 where SR714SW goes?No
  3. 3

    What’s different

    Size 312SR714SW
    SizeAbout as wide as a peaAbout as wide as a pea Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 5 credit cards stackedAs thick as 2 credit cards stacked
    Power1.45 volts1.55 volts
    KindHearing aid batteryWatch battery

    Lasts longer: Size 312 (about 1100% longer)

  4. 4

    Where to buy Size 312

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Questions people ask

Can I use SR714SW instead of Size 312?

No. They’re the same size, but hearing aid batteries breathe air through tiny holes to work. Don’t mix them with ordinary button batteries.

Can I use Size 312 instead of SR714SW?

No. They’re the same size, but hearing aid batteries breathe air through tiny holes to work. Don’t mix them with ordinary button batteries.

Which one lasts longer?

Size 312 (about 1100% longer).

All the numbers

Size 312SR714SW
Diameter7.9 mm7.9 mm
Height3.6 mm1.4 mm
Nominal voltage1.45V1.55V
Typical capacity180 mAh15 mAh
ChemistryZinc-airSilver oxide
Shelf life3 yrs5 yrs
Operating temp0 to 50 °C-10 to 60 °C
Can I use SR714SW instead of Size 312?No
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