The R14 battery isn't as common as its smaller siblings. However, a number of electronic devices still require it.
Battery characteristics r14
In appearance, this power supply element will be several times thicker compared to finger-typeThe surface is covered with a polyethylene label. In some cases, a designer paint job is applied directly to the metal housing. The negative pole has a disc-shaped end with small indentations. Sometimes it can be smooth. The opposite end is noticeably curved into a small cylinder with a diameter of about 5 mm. A tiny raised dot may be located in its center.
The consumer can find all the information they need on the label. We'll discuss this below. Most often, it indicates the production date, voltage, and best before dateSometimes you can find and capacity.
A battery marked R14 is a saline cell. While it's quite inexpensive, its reliability is also poor. It's a "C" size battery. Some people call it a "Baby" or sometimes "Thumbelina."
Size
The r14 battery has the following dimensions:
- Diameter 26.2.
- Height 50 mm.
Capacity
This parameter is equal to 1750 mAh.
Current strength
Can reach up to 1.5 amps!
Voltage
1.5 volts.
Best before date
Several years. Usually 2 years. Self-discharge is possible.
Weight
37 grams.
Each manufacturer can produce r14 batteries of different weights.
Photo of an R14 battery
Where is it used?
These power elements are required in electronic equipment with low power consumption.
- Hours.
- Radio receivers.
- Toys.
- In Flashlights, the r14 battery works perfectly.
- Control panels.
Salt cells have low power, so they are best used in low-power devices.
Manufacturers
- Panasonic.
- Duracell.
- Varta.
- GP.
- Sony. Has a zinc body. High performance.
- Camelion.
- Beston.
- Toshiba.
- Kodak.
- Proconnect.
Is it possible to charge?
Since the chemical reaction is one-way, they do not recharge. R14 and LR14are conventional alkaline and saline batteries.
If a regular battery is installed in charger, it will become very hot. This will cause a leak and electrolyte will leak. The worst that can happen is a fire or explosion.
Helpful tips
It's best to choose an LR 14 battery, as the type discussed in this article is quite old. It also tolerates cold well.
When purchasing, please pay attention to the following features:
- What is the energy capacity? The higher it is, the better.
- It is desirable that little time passes after the production of the r14 battery.
- Make sure it's not a counterfeit. The date, voltage, dimensions, etc. should be indicated.
- Take the items you have already purchased.
- Avoid purchasing batteries outdoors. They don't like temperature fluctuations.
Battery analogs R14
Never insert 3.7-volt batteries of the same size into a 1.5-volt device. You'll damage it.
