Duracell CR1616 lithium battery 3 V

The CR1616 is a compact button cell that powers small everyday electronic devices. Duracell offers a reliable and durable 3V lithium solution here. I consider this model one of the essentials to keep in stock at home—it’s the battery that’s always missing when you need it.

Technical features and specifications

Here’s my take on the technical specifications: this is a CR1616 button cell powered by 3-volt lithium technology. Duracell is recognized for the quality and durability of its batteries, which means extended battery life compared with low-end alternatives. Its compact format (small diameter, slim thickness) makes it ideal for the confined spaces of automotive remote controls, electronic key fobs, and small measuring devices.

• Technology: lithium (better long-term performance)
• Nominal voltage: 3V
• Format: CR1616 (compact button cell)
• Brand: Duracell (recognized reliability)
• Typical uses: car remote controls, key fobs, watches, calculators, electronic toys

Applications and compatibility

Between us, this is an all-purpose battery found in a multitude of small devices. Honda and Lexus remote controls are its most well-known use, but I also recommend it for heart rate monitors, light meters, certain electronic toys, and backup computer equipment. If you have a remote control that no longer responds, there’s a 70% chance it needs a CR1616 replacement.

Why choose Duracell for this battery

Duracell has been a leading battery brand for decades. The lithium technology used here ensures better performance during extended periods of non-use (the battery does not self-discharge as quickly as a conventional alkaline battery). For such a basic product, it’s reassuring to know you’re buying proven quality rather than a generic supermarket battery that will lose its charge within six months.

Practical advice and storage

My advice: always keep one or two CR1616 batteries nearby—in a drawer, wallet, or toolbox. They’re so small that they take up virtually no space. Store them at room temperature, away from moisture. And if you need to buy several at once, it’s a sensible choice: you’ll avoid being left without a battery at the worst possible moment. For more advice on maintaining small everyday electronic devices, browse our selection of practical accessories that pair well with this essential supply.

A friend’s advice— I learned in the shop that customers always forget to buy batteries at the same time as the device. Don’t make that mistake: if you buy a toy, remote control, or electronic key fob, get the appropriate battery too. Duracell CR1616 is the assurance that it will work from the very first use.