C Battery
Also known as: LR14
Medium-sized cylindrical battery. Higher capacity than AA/AAA but larger size. IEC designation R14 for zinc-carbon, LR14 for alkaline. Common in medium-drain portable devices.
Quick Specifications
Voltage
1.5V
Capacity
3000-4000 mAh
Size
× mm
Height
mm
Chemistry & Performance
Chemistry | Voltage | Capacity | End Voltage |
---|---|---|---|
Zinc Carbon | 1.5V | 3000-4000 mAh | 0.8V |
Alkaline | 1.5V | 7500-9000 mAh | 0.8V |
Nimh | 1.2V | 2200-4500 mAh | 1V |
Physical Specifications
- Height
- mm
- Weight (alkaline)
- 65-70 g
- Weight (duracell_coppertop)
- 69 g
- Weight (nimh)
- 75-85 g
- Weight (zinc_carbon)
- 45-50 g
Standard Designations
IEC Code
R14
ANSI Code
14A
Common Uses
- Large flashlights
- Portable radios
- Boom boxes
- Toys and games
- Lanterns
- Megaphones
- Emergency equipment
- Portable speakers
Temperature Range
Operating
-20°C to 54°C
Storage
-30°C to 70°C
Data Sources
- Energizer Technical Data Library
Retrieved: 2025-01-09
- Duracell Technical Data Sheets
Retrieved: 2025-01-09
- Wikipedia C Battery Technical Reference
Retrieved: 2025-01-09