A27

A 12 V stack of eight tiny alkaline cells, slimmer than the A23 and holding roughly half as much.

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Voltage
12 V
Chemistry
Alkaline
Size
8 × 28.2 mm
Capacity
18–22 mAh

Specifications

Specifications for the A27 battery
TypeAlkaline Battery
ChemistryAlkaline
Nominal voltage12 V
Diameter8 mm
Height28.2 mm
Typical capacity18–22 mAh
RechargeableNo
Also sold as27A, MN27, V27A, L828

Equivalent batteries

These codes describe the same physical cell as the A27.

27ADirect
Same cell, different code
MN27Direct
Same cell, different code
V27ADirect
Same cell, different code

Can I replace A27 with…

Cells that fit the same space but differ in chemistry or voltage.

A2312 V

Alkaline, 10.3 × 28.5 mm. Different footprint — check the compartment before buying.

Check before you swap. Batteries with similar dimensions are not always interchangeable with the A27. Always verify voltage, chemistry and the requirements printed in your device manual before fitting a replacement.

A27 questions

What batteries are equivalent to the A27?

The A27 is sold as 27A, MN27, V27A. All of these describe the same 8 × 28.2 mm alkaline cell at 12 V.

Can I use a A23 instead of a A27?

In many low-drain devices, yes — the sizes match. Check the voltage and chemistry against your device's requirement first, because a small voltage difference can matter in calibrated equipment.

How long does a A27 last?

A A27 holds a typical 18–22 mAh. Real runtime depends entirely on how much current your device draws and whether it is used continuously.

Is the A27 rechargeable?

No. The A27 is a single-use cell and should not be recharged.

Related batteries

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