A corundum battery from the distant Soviet Union

The corundum battery first appeared in the era Soviet Union! These elements were especially valuable back then, as there were many radio amateurs who built various radio receivers. And this particular battery was needed as a power source.

Main characteristics of the element Corundum

This battery is about the size of a matchbox. It has two terminals, positive and negative, at its top end. It generates approximately 9 volts and has a shelf life of 36 months. After that, it may become unusable. The main parameters are listed below.

corundum battery

Name Data
Voltage 9 volts.
Shelf life Up to 3 years.
Operating temperature From -5 to +50
Type Alkaline or alkaline
Dimensions 26.5x17.5x48.5 mm
Production USSR. But currently, production is carried out by China, Russia, and other countries.
Frame Steel with paper wrapping.
Analogue Different types crowns:

1) CR-9V,

2) 6F22,

3) PP3,

4) 6AM6,

5) 1604A,

6) MN1604,

7) ER9V (lithium)

8) 522,

9) 6LF22,

10) 9V Brick Battery,

11) MX1604 (alkaline);

12) 6R61(salt/zinc);

13) AM6,

14) 1604,

15) 6LR61,

16) E-Block,

Where is it used? Watches, toys, remote controls, radios.
Capacity 125 mAh

Corundum batteries

Thus, these carbon-zinc elements were quite popular in the Soviet Union. But they are still in demand today!

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