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LR521 Battery Equivalent

LR521 is the same cell as AG0 and LR63, so any of those codes will fit; SR521SW is the same size in silver oxide and holds a steadier voltage for longer.

Chemistry
alkaline
Voltage
1.5 V
Size (Ø × H)
5.8 × 2.1 mm
Typical capacity
10 mAh

IEC designation LR521.

LR521 drawn to scale: 5.8 mm across and 2.1 mm thick, beside a US quarter at 24.26 mm across. US quarter Ø 5.8 mm 2.1 mm thick
LR521 at actual relative size: 5.8 mm across, 2.1 mm thick. The dashed circle is a US quarter, 24.26 mm across (US Mint coin specifications).

LR521 equivalents

Direct replacements

The same cell under another code. Any of these fits, whatever the brand.

  • AG0
  • LR63

Upgrade or downgrade

Same size, different chemistry. Read the verdict before you buy.

Cell Chemistry Voltage Verdict
SR521SW silver oxide 1.55 V Upgrade Upgrade: steadier voltage, longer life.

Similar size, check the fit

Same diameter, different thickness. These are not drop-in replacements.

Cell Size Verdict
LR516 5.8 × 1.6 mm Same 5.8 mm diameter, but 1.6 mm tall instead of 2.1 mm. Only if the holder fits; thinner cells can lose contact.
LR527 5.8 × 2.7 mm Same 5.8 mm diameter, but 2.7 mm tall instead of 2.1 mm. Only if the holder fits; thinner cells can lose contact.

About the LR521 cell

Alkaline version of the same size; voltage sags as it drains.

LR521 questions

Is AG0 the same as LR521?
Yes. AG0 is another code for the same cell: alkaline, 1.5 V, 5.8 × 2.1 mm.
Is LR63 the same as LR521?
Yes. LR63 is another code for the same cell: alkaline, 1.5 V, 5.8 × 2.1 mm.
Can I use SR521SW instead of LR521?
Upgrade: steadier voltage, longer life.
Will LR516 work in place of LR521?
Same 5.8 mm diameter, but 1.6 mm tall instead of 2.1 mm. Only if the holder fits; thinner cells can lose contact.
Will LR527 work in place of LR521?
Same 5.8 mm diameter, but 2.7 mm tall instead of 2.1 mm. Only if the holder fits; thinner cells can lose contact.
What voltage is LR521?
LR521 is a 1.5 V alkaline cell with a typical capacity of 10 mAh.
What size is LR521?
5.8 mm across and 2.1 mm thick.

Related

Other cells 5.8 mm across

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