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CR1616 Battery: Specification, Equivalent, CR1616 vs CR1620

Post Date：2024-08-03，Panasonic

The CR1616 battery is a typical lithium manganese oxide button cell with high energy density, long life and stable voltage, commonly used in small electronic devices. However, due to differences in brands, chemistries and specifications, users often look for equivalents from different manufacturers.
In this article, we'll explore CR1616 battery equivalents, providing information on voltage, manufacturer, and other relevant details. By understanding the various alternatives available, consumers can make an informed decision when choosing a replacement battery for their device.

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CR1616 Battery Parameter Table
Nominal Voltage	3.0V
Battery Chemistry	LiMnO2
Height	1.6 mm
Diameter	16 mm
Capacity	50 mAh
Weight	1.2 grams
Minimum Operating Temperature	-10°C
Maximum Operating Temperature	60°C
Rechargeable/Non-rechargeable	Non-rechargeable

CR1616 Dimensions

Dimensional information for the CR1620 is shown below:

CR1616 Dimensions

CR1616 Battery Equivalent

Battery Type	Voltage	Dimensions (Diameter x Height)	Chemistry
CR1616	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
DL1616	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
ECR1616	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
BR1616	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
280-209	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
DL 1616B	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
CR1616-1W	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
LM1616	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
KCR1616	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
5021LC	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
L11	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2
L28	3V	16mm x 1.6mm	LiMnO2

CR1616 battery manufacturer

Japanese Brand:

Panasonic: a globally recognized manufacturer of electronic products, offering high quality CR1616 batteries.
Maxell: Part of the Hitachi Group, Maxell is a renowned battery manufacturer that offers a wide range of batteries including CR1616.
Mitsubishi: The battery division under the Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Group also produces CR1616 batteries.

European brand:

Sony (Sony): although based in Japan, Sony sells a wide range of batteries worldwide, including the CR1616.

Can I replace CR1620 with CR1616?

CR1616

Size: 16mm diameter, 1.6mm thickness.
Voltage: Standard voltage is 3 volts.
Capacity: Relatively small capacity, usually between 50mAh and 70mAh.
Uses: Commonly used in small electronic devices such as calculators, watches, toys, remote controls, etc.

CR1620

Size: 16mm diameter, 2.0mm thickness.
Voltage: Again, 3 volts.
Capacity: Larger capacity, usually between 120mAh and 150mAh.
Uses: Due to the larger capacity, they are commonly used in devices that require more power, such as medical devices, car keys, electronic scales, etc.

CR1616 vs CR1620 Comparison Analysis

Thickness:

CR1616 is 1.6mm thick.
CR1620 is 2.0mm thick.

This means that CR1620 is 0.4 mm thicker than CR1616.

Capacity:

The CR1616 has a smaller capacity, usually in the range of 50mAh to 70mAh.
The CR1620 has a larger capacity, typically in the 120mAh to 150mAh range.

This means that the CR1620 can theoretically provide power for a longer period of time.

Although the CR1616 and CR1620 are the same in diameter (both 16mm), they differ in height; the CR1616 has a height of 1.6mm while the CR1620 has a height of 2.0mm. Therefore, in terms of physical dimensions, CR1616 is not a direct replacement for CR1620 because it is not thick enough.

Replacement possibilities

Space constraints: If the device's battery compartment can only accommodate a 1.6 mm thick battery, it is not possible to use the CR1620 directly because it is 2.0 mm thick and may not fit in or may cause damage to the device.

Power Demand: If the device has a high power demand and the battery compartment space allows, it may be better to use CR1620 as it has a higher capacity.

Voltage Matching: Both have the same voltage of 3 volts, so from a voltage perspective, they can be directly replaced without affecting the circuitry.

Conclusion

The possibility of replacement depends largely on the design of the device's battery compartment and power requirements:

If the device's battery compartment is spacious enough to accommodate a 2.0 mm thick battery and the device has a high power demand, then the CR1616 can be replaced with a CR1620.

If the device's battery compartment can only accommodate 1.6 mm thick batteries, or if the device does not have a high demand for power, then replacement is not recommended and the original CR1616 batteries should continue to be used.

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