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Traditional Batteries

Standard alkaline, carbon-zinc, and NiMH batteries in common sizes like AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V.

15 battery types documented

About Traditional Batteries

Traditional batteries include the most common household battery sizes using alkaline, carbon-zinc, or NiMH chemistry. These are typically primary (non-rechargeable) cells with standardized sizes defined by ANSI and IEC specifications.

Common Chemistries

  • Alkaline (LR series) - Most common, good capacity
  • Lithium (FR series) - Long shelf life, temperature tolerant
  • NiMH - Rechargeable, environmentally friendly
  • Carbon-zinc (R series) - Low cost, basic performance

Size Naming

  • AA, AAA, C, D - Consumer names
  • LR6, LR03, LR14, LR20 - IEC designations
  • 15A, 24A, 14A, 13A - ANSI codes