CR2032

The standard 3 V lithium coin cell. The digits encode the size: 20 mm across, 3.2 mm thick.

All coin cells
Voltage
3 V
Chemistry
Lithium
Size
20 × 3.2 mm
Capacity
210–240 mAh

Specifications

Specifications for the CR2032 battery
TypeCoin Cell
ChemistryLithium
Nominal voltage3 V
Diameter20 mm
Height3.2 mm
Typical capacity210–240 mAh
RechargeableNo
Also sold asDL2032, BR2032, ECR2032

Equivalent batteries

These codes describe the same physical cell as the CR2032.

DL2032Direct
Same cell, different code
BR2032Direct
Same cell, different code
ECR2032Direct
Same cell, different code

Can I replace CR2032 with…

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

Lithium, 20 × 2.5 mm. Different footprint — check the compartment before buying.

Lithium, 20 × 1.6 mm. Different footprint — check the compartment before buying.

Lithium, 24.5 × 5 mm. Different footprint — check the compartment before buying.

Check before you swap. Batteries with similar dimensions are not always interchangeable with the CR2032. Always verify voltage, chemistry and the requirements printed in your device manual before fitting a replacement.

CR2032 questions

What batteries are equivalent to the CR2032?

The CR2032 is sold as DL2032, BR2032, ECR2032. All of these describe the same 20 × 3.2 mm lithium cell at 3 V.

Can I use a CR2025 instead of a CR2032?

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 CR2032 last?

A CR2032 holds a typical 210–240 mAh. Real runtime depends entirely on how much current your device draws and whether it is used continuously.

Is the CR2032 rechargeable?

No. The CR2032 is a single-use cell and should not be recharged.