All About the CR17345 Battery
The CR17345 battery is a powerful and long-lasting, single-use, lithium-manganese dioxide battery that is used to power high-drain devices. It is commonly used in cameras, off-camera flash units, camcorders, powerful torches, infra-red sensors, and other power-hungry equipment. If you have a device which needs this type of battery, you can find an excellent selection of them on eBay.
Do CR17345 batteries also have alternative numbers?Yes, CR17345 is the official code name and number designated by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission), but individual battery manufacturers often use different letters and numbers for marketing purposes. The CR17345 is also called CR123, CR123A, DL123, and 16340. All batteries bearing those codes are completely interchangeable, as they're all referring to the same battery.
Who makes CR17345 batteries?Several big-name battery manufacturers produce CR 17345 batteries. These include Duracell, Panasonic, Energizer, Maxell and Camelion. You can find all those brands being offered by trusted sellers on eBay, and also a good selection of lesser-known brands, sometimes at cheaper prices, too.
How should CR17345 be disposed of?Given their extra long life, CR1745 batteries provide excellent value for money and are designed to last for many years. When they do run out, however, it’s important that they’re disposed of correctly. As with any lithium battery, these can be recycled at designated recycling points.
What are the technical and physical characteristics of the CR17345 battery?The battery is designed to be powerful and long-lasting, but also to be compact and lightweight. The specifications of the CR17345 battery are:
- Voltage: The battery has a nominal voltage of 3 volts.
- Capacity: This can vary by manufacturer to an extent, but a typical CR17345 battery's capacity is around 1,500 mAh, which is what makes it suitable for use in power-hungry devices over long periods.
- Shelf-life: With a shelf-life of around 7 years, they make very useful spares, too. The very low self-discharge rate of a lithium-based battery means that it will retain almost all of its charge for years if unused. So you can confidently expect that any spare battery you have will perform to its full potential when it's time to replace your old one.
- Dimensions: A cylindrical battery, the CR17345 has a height of 34.5 millimetres, a diameter of 17 millimetres, and it weighs approximately 17 grams. See the manufacturer's site for details.