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Double A Batteries for C Voltage
6/17/2012 7:57:35 PMBrian
Would your typical double or triple A alkaline battery (several in series) work as a replacement C battery for my radios requiring various C voltages?
6/17/2012 10:13:53 PMLou
Yes - I dont see why not. A typical number for a C battery volatge would be - 4.5 volts as I remember.
Since this is a low drain application, then a AA or AAA battery should suffice. Correct me if I am wrong, guys!!

Lou

:Would your typical double or triple A alkaline battery (several in series) work as a replacement C battery for my radios requiring various C voltages?
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6/18/2012 4:35:06 AMLewis L.
:Yes - I dont see why not. A typical number for a C battery volatge would be - 4.5 volts as I remember.
:Since this is a low drain application, then a AA or AAA battery should suffice. Correct me if I am wrong, guys!!
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:Lou
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::Would your typical double or triple A alkaline battery (several in series) work as a replacement C battery for my radios requiring various C voltages?
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How 'bout a coin cell? You can get holders for them, and the CR types are 3 Volts.
Lewis
6/18/2012 9:01:25 AMDoug Criner
Since the C battery supplies zero current, they will last as long as their shelf life. Lithium cells would be ideal.


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