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Side-by-Side Comparison Cylindrical Cells

18650 vs. 9V Battery

Comparing 2 standards across 6 specifications. 6 key differences identified.

Comparing:
18650
9V Battery

An 18650 Li-ion cell measures 18.6mm in diameter and 65.2mm in length. It operates at 3.6V/3.7V nominal, charges up to 4.2V max, and has a discharge cutoff of 2.5V with capacities between 2200 and 3500 mAh.

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A 9V battery (IEC designation 6LR61, commonly called PP3) is a rectangular battery measuring approximately 48.5mm x 26.5mm x 17.5mm with two snap terminals. Alkaline 9V cells output 9.0V nominal from six internal 1.5V cells in series, with typical capacity around 400-600 mAh.

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Specification Comparison Table

6 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Nominal Operating Voltage
3.60 / 3.70 V 9.00 V
Diameter
18.60 mm
Overall Length
65.20 mm
Height
48.50 mm
Width
26.50 mm
Depth
17.50 mm