Professional Name of Common 9V Battery
| Standard/System | Name |
|---|---|
| IEC | 6LR61 |
| ANSI/NEDA | 1604A |
| Common Name | 9V battery |
| Alkaline Chemistry | 6LR61 |
| NiMH Rechargeable | 6HR61 |
| Carbon-Zinc | 6F22 |
Notes:
- Rectangular shape with snap connectors on top.
- Commonly used in smoke detectors, guitar pedals, remote controllers, etc.
Common Names for the 9V Battery
IEC and ANSI Designations:
- IEC: 6LR61 (alkaline)
- IEC: 6F22 (zinc-carbon)
- ANSI: 1604A (alkaline)
- ANSI: 1604D (zinc-carbon)
Common Names:
- 9V battery
- PP3 battery (original series name from the manufacturer Ever Ready)
- E-block battery
Typical Chemistry Types:
- Alkaline (most common consumer version)
- Lithium (longer life, lighter)
- Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) (rechargeable)
- Zinc-carbon (cheaper, shorter lifespan)
Common Uses:
- Smoke detectors
- Guitar pedals
- Radios
- Multimeters
Typical Discharge Current of a 9V Battery
1. Alkaline 9V Battery (e.g., Duracell, Energizer)
- Continuous current: ~15–50 mA (milliamps)
- Peak current: Up to 400–500 mA (for short bursts)
- Capacity: ~500–600 mAh (at low drain)
2. Zinc-Carbon 9V Battery
- Continuous current: ~5–15 mA
- Peak current: ~100–200 mA
- Capacity: ~400–500 mAh
3. Lithium 9V Battery
- Continuous current: Up to 120–200 mA
- Peak current: Often 500–1200 mA
- Capacity: ~1000–1200 mAh
4. Rechargeable 9V Batteries
-
NiMH (Nickel-metal hydride):
- Typical current: 50–100 mA continuous
- Peak current: ~200–400 mA
- Capacity: ~150–300 mAh
Notes:
- Drawing high current continuously will reduce battery life quickly.
- Actual current delivered depends on the internal resistance and load.