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Getting to know more about batteries
Getting to know more about batteries
Comparison of Primary and Rechargeable Batteries Battery Designation System (based on Ref.:IEC60086-1) Discharge Capacity and the Total Volume the Battery Occupies Choosing Batteries by Maximum Discharge Current Glossary of Battery Terms Applications of Batteries Choosing Batteries by Maximum Discharge Current
Operating voltage and maximum current
Battery voltage differs depending on the combination of active materials used in the positive and negative electrodes. In practical operation, battery voltage varies depending on the load (or discharge current) applied. When the load resistance becomes smaller (or discharge current increases), the terminal voltage (operating voltage) and the battery capacity decrease. These values differ according to battery type and tend to be lower at low temperatures.

Guide to choosing batteries by maximum discharge voltage
(These are just reference values and are not guaranteed. For more information, please contact Maxell beforehand.)
Battery Type Maximum Discharge Current
  Less
than 1mA
1 to
10 mA
1 to
100 mA
100 to
1,000 mA
More than
1,000 mA
Li-Ion -       *1
Coin-type ML   - - -
Button-type TC - - - -
ER ()*2 - - -
Coin-type CR - - -
Cylindrical-type CR       -
Alkaline Battery        
Zinc Carbon Battery       -
Silver Oxide Battery ()*2 - - -
This value depends on the capacity of the cell. Refer to the specifications on our website.
Possible under certain conditions. Contact Maxell beforehand.


*1: Data and dimensions are not guaranteed but reference values.  For further details, please contact us at your nearest Maxell office.
*2: Contents on this website are subject to change without notice.

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