Cr123a battery and its characteristics

As technology advanced, industry learned to produce different types of batteries. This is how the CR123A battery was born. It is most often supplied in plastic paper packaging. The casing is compact and covered with an attractive label.

Many people wonder whether a CR123A battery is a rechargeable battery or a rechargeable one. In fact, both rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and standard batteries are available on the market. A distinctive feature of rechargeable batteries is that they can be recharged multiple times. A detailed description is provided below.

Characteristics of the CR123A battery

Below are the main parameters of this battery. The markings and main characteristics are indicated on the casing. So, be careful and read the information there.

CR123A battery dimensions

The power supply has the following dimensions:

Diameter 16 mm.

Length 34 mm.

Depending on the type and manufacturer, a CR123A 3V battery may have other dimensions. For example:

• Length 35 mm.
• Height 17 mm.
• Depth 17 mm.

The size with packaging may be: 11.9 x 8.4 x 1.7 cm

Voltage

U = 3 volts.

CR123A battery capacity

Energy density is 700 – 1500 – 1700 mAh.

Other parameters

1. Weight: 16 grams. With packaging, the weight can reach up to 21 grams.
2. The battery has overheating protection.
3. Shelf life is 10 years.
4. The battery lasts 3-5 times longer than a conventional saline battery.
5. Temperature requirements: from -40 to +60 degrees Celsius. However, there is some evidence that sub-zero temperatures have a negative impact on it. It may stop working.
6. Can reach up to 1000 charge/discharge cycles – if battery type.
7. Discharge current of lithium battery from the company GPequals 3 A.
8. Self-discharge is 1% per year when stored at 20 degrees.

Thus, the characteristics of the cr123 battery are at a high level.

Analogues of cr123a

1. 16340 Make sure it's at 3v.
2. DL123A.
3. CR17335.
4. 123A.
5. EL123AP.
6. VL123.
7. LR123.
8. RL123.
9. EL123AP-2.
10. RL123A-1.
11. EL123A.

What's the difference between CR123A and CR123? There's essentially no difference. The "A" designates the element type, meaning its shape. Anything produced in this shape is type "A."

Manufacturers

• Suite 3180
• 98230
• USA 435 Martin Street.
• EAGTAC LLC Washington.
• Blaine WA.
• CR17345
• Duracell Ultra CR123
• Varta
• Sure Fire
• GP
• Panasonic cr123a
• Energizer
• Kodak
• Camelion
• Sony
• Tekcell
• Roboton

These batteries are usually produced in China.

Where is cr123a used?

Here are a number of devices where the battery is used:

1. Lanterns.
2. Cameras.
3. Torches.
4. Headlights.
5. Toys.
6. Siren.
7. Collar.
8. Laser pointers.
9. Camera.
10. Power tools.

Are CR123A lithium batteries rechargeable?

Recharging is only possible if you have a rechargeable battery. A standard battery is disposable. Recharging such a battery could cause an explosion.

Tips for buying

1. Beware of counterfeits.
2. Purchase CR123 batteries only from trusted sources.
3. It is advisable to request a certificate for the product.
4. Check the expiration date.
5. Inspect the battery and make sure it is undamaged. The packaging should also be intact.
6. Find out under what conditions it should be stored.

Testing CR123A batteries

This section is currently under development.