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Size 675 vs SR42: 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.
    675STICKER
    Size 675As thick as 7 credit cards stacked
    SR42+ 1.55V
    SR42As thick as 5 credit cards stacked
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    Both ways round

    Can I put SR42 where Size 675 goes?No
    Can I put Size 675 where SR42 goes?No
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    What’s different

    Size 675SR42
    SizeAbout as wide as a shirt buttonAbout as wide as a shirt button Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 7 credit cards stackedAs thick as 5 credit cards stacked
    Power1.45 volts1.55 volts
    KindHearing aid batteryWatch battery

    Lasts longer: Size 675 (about 520% longer)

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    Where to buy Size 675

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Questions people ask

Can I use SR42 instead of Size 675?

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 675 instead of SR42?

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 675 (about 520% longer).

All the numbers

Size 675SR42
Diameter11.6 mm11.6 mm
Height5.4 mm3.6 mm
Nominal voltage1.45V1.55V
Typical capacity620 mAh100 mAh
ChemistryZinc-airSilver oxide
Shelf life3 yrs5 yrs
Operating temp0 to 50 °C-10 to 60 °C
Can I use SR42 instead of Size 675?No
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