Batteries, which are essential for many of our everyday devices, can differ in many respects, such as size, capacity, and energy density. So when shopping, the question is often which battery is the right one for personal use. First and foremost, a distinction is made between primary batteries and secondary batteries. Primary batteries are disposable batteries that discharge during use and then have to be replaced. Secondary batteries, or rechargeable batteries, are therefore rechargeable batteries. Below, we would like to provide you with a little information about the different types of batteries.
AA / AAA / AAAA Battery
Such cells are used as power sources for numerous everyday devices such as remote controls, cameras, toys, smoke detectors, or clocks. AA / AAA / AAAA: alkaline batteries, lithium batteries, and zinc-carbon batteries are available from many different high-quality manufacturers. If, for example, you put a
wall clock from our shop into operation, we also always recommend using new, high-quality batteries. For example, our Karlsson KA5703 requires an AA battery.
Baby C / Mono D Battery
Baby C batteries are cylindrical cells with a height of 50 mm and a diameter of 27 mm. Mono D batteries are also cylindrical cells, but with a height of 61,5mm and a diameter of 34,2mm, they are significantly larger than Baby cells. Baby C and Mono D cells are used as power sources in larger electrical devices such as radios, flashlights, or toys.
Button Cell
Most
wristwatches are powered by silver oxide button cells, as these are very small and can therefore be installed in a space-saving way. Watch batteries usually have a low current-carrying capacity and a high level of leak resistance. Button cells are used as a voltage source in devices that have low power requirements or are used only rarely. Examples include calculators,
wristwatches, hearing aids, or mini flashlights. As an example, you can see our Sternglas SNQ01/104 here. This is a
quartz watch that uses a button cell.
