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SR521SW vs V379: can you swap them?

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  1. 1

    The short answer

    YesYes, they’re the same batterySR521SW and V379 are two names for the exact same battery. Use either one.
    SR521SW+ 1.55V
    SR521SWAs thick as 3 credit cards stacked
    SR521SW+ 1.55V
    V379As thick as 3 credit cards stacked
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  2. 2

    Both ways round

    Can I put V379 where SR521SW goes?Yes
    Can I put SR521SW where V379 goes?Yes
  3. 3

    What’s different

    SR521SWV379
    SizeAbout as wide as a pencil eraserAbout as wide as a pencil eraser Same
    ThicknessAs thick as 3 credit cards stackedAs thick as 3 credit cards stacked Same
    Power1.55 volts1.55 volts Same
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    Lasts longer: Same

  4. 4

    Where to buy SR521SW

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    Our pickThe exact match, 4-packEnergizer SR521SW 1.55V Battery (4-Pack)
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    Best value10-pack, handy to keep in a drawerSR521SW 1.55V Battery Value Pack (10-Pack)
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    Other brandDuracell, the same batteryDuracell SR521SW / SR521SW 1.55V Battery
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Questions people ask

Can I use V379 instead of SR521SW?

Yes. SR521SW and V379 are two names for the exact same battery. Use either one.

Can I use SR521SW instead of V379?

Yes. SR521SW and V379 are two names for the exact same battery. Use either one.

Which one lasts longer?

They last about the same.

All the numbers

SR521SWV379
Diameter5.8 mm5.8 mm
Height2.1 mm2.1 mm
Nominal voltage1.55V1.55V
Typical capacity14 mAh14 mAh
ChemistrySilver oxideSilver oxide
Shelf life5 yrs5 yrs
Operating temp-10 to 60 °C-10 to 60 °C
Can I use V379 instead of SR521SW?Yes
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