Non-Rechargeable Batteries

Our range of non-rechargeable batteries, also called primary batteries, will support your daily essential tasks. Within this section, you will find market-leading brands including Duracell, Energizer and Panasonic, supported by our own RS Pro range.

How does a non-rechargeable battery work?

In its most basic form, a battery is an electrochemical cell that converts chemical energy into electrical energy by means of negative and positive electrodes. An electrolyte - essentially a liquid that conducts electricity - facilitates the movement of ions between these electrodes, producing an electrical current via the battery terminals.

Non-rechargeable batteries are disposable as they are designed to be used only once (primary). Once the reactants inside are used up in chemical reactions, the output gradually falls. Once all the reactants have been used up, these batteries are no longer able to supply electrical energy.

Types of non-rechargeable batteries

Used in so many different applications across industry, commerce and domestic settings, batteries are used to provide power sources in a whole of host of places, including personal computers, vehicles, handheld devices and white goods. They can be categorised by letter designations, voltage and chemistry.

Common types of primary batteries

AA batteries - one of the most common standard battery sizes available on the market today. They're cylindrical in shape and readily available. Popular AA batteries include;

  • 1/2 AA batteries
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  • AAA Batteries - also cylindrical in shape but smaller in size than an AA battery.
  • Coin button batteries - small round batteries that are usually used to power small portable electronic devices and watches.
  • 9 Volt batteries - square in shape, known for use in smoke detectors.

Typical battery non-rechargeable battery chemistries

Alkaline - Very reliable and inexpensive battery chemistry that has a good long-lasting shelf life. They are able to provide a high current output and have a good high and low temperature performance.

Lithium - The batteries can be more expensive in comparison to Alkalines but have a higher energy storage density. They're suitable for high current demand applications and the output voltage is constant during discharge. Lithium have a very long shelf life, with loss of capacity of approximately 0.5% per year.

How Are Batteries Maintained ?

Maintaining batteries is important to help ensure the life of the battery. Keeping the batteries stored properly and in a dry, cool place - not necessarily in the refrigerator - is a good idea. It is also important to check the batteries you have in your devices periodically, as they may be getting to the point of corroding. Replace batteries regularly, even before they wear out fully, so you do not have to worry about this.

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RS PRO 6 V, 7 Ah Zinc Chloride Lantern Battery
  • RS Stock No. 790-4690
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD172.00(exc. GST)
TWD172.00/unit
Temporarily out of stock
Varta 6122 Lithium Manganese Dioxide 9V Battery 9 V
  • RS Stock No. 765-677
  • Mfr. Part No. 6122301401
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD557.00(exc. GST)
TWD557.00/unit
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Varta 3 V Non-Rechargeable Battery, 3 V, 23 mm Diameter
  • RS Stock No. 765-717
  • Mfr. Part No. 6320101401
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD116.00(exc. GST)
TWD116.00/unit
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Duracell MN2400 Alkaline AAA Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 665-473
  • Mfr. Part No. MN2400 P4 BOOST
Subtotal (1 pack of 4 units)
TWD202.00(exc. GST)
TWD202.00/pack
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Duracell MN2400 Alkaline AAA Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 665-475
  • Mfr. Part No. MN2400 P10 BOOST
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
TWD460.00(exc. GST)
TWD460.00/pack
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Energizer 337 Button Battery, 1.55 V, 4.8 mm Diameter
  • RS Stock No. 683-363
  • Mfr. Part No. 7638900063905
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
TWD802.00(exc. GST)
TWD802.00/pack
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Varta LR44 Button Non-Rechargeable Battery, 1.5 V, 11.6 mm Diameter, 4 Pack
  • RS Stock No. 765-776
  • Mfr. Part No. 4276101404
Subtotal (1 pack of 4 units)
TWD115.00(exc. GST)
TWD115.00/pack
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Varta Li/MnO2 6 V Non-Rechargeable Battery, 1450 mAh, 8.7 mm x 36 mm
  • RS Stock No. 765-759
  • Mfr. Part No. 6204301401
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD1,026.00(exc. GST)
TWD1,026.00/unit
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Varta Lithium Manganese Dioxide 6 V, 2CR5 2CR5 Speciality Size Non-Rechargeable Battery, 1400 mAh, 34 mm x 45 mm
  • RS Stock No. 765-758
  • Mfr. Part No. 6203301401
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD906.00(exc. GST)
TWD906.00/unit
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Duracell MN1500 Alkaline Manganese Dioxide AA Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 665-469
  • Mfr. Part No. MN1500 P4 BOOST
Subtotal (1 pack of 4 units)
TWD202.00(exc. GST)
TWD202.00/pack
Temporarily out of stock
Gp Batteries GP Batteries Ultra Plus 1.5 V Alkaline Manganese Dioxide C Battery
  • RS Stock No. 533-485
  • Mfr. Part No. GPPCA14AU067
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
TWD251.00(exc. GST)
TWD251.00/pack
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Gp Batteries GP Batteries Super Alkaline Alkaline AAA Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 533-502
  • Mfr. Part No. GPPCA24AS586
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
TWD220.00(exc. GST)
TWD220.00/pack
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Varta Li/MnO2 3 V CR15H270 Non-Rechargeable Battery, 930 mAh, 15.6 mm x 27 mm
  • RS Stock No. 765-761
  • Mfr. Part No. 6206301401
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD559.00(exc. GST)
TWD559.00/unit
In Stock
Varta Lithium Iron Disulphide AAA Non-Rechargeable Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 765-747
  • Mfr. Part No. 6103301404
Subtotal (1 pack of 4 units)
TWD559.00(exc. GST)
TWD559.00/pack
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Varta 6106 Lithium Iron Disulphide AA Non-Rechargeable Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 765-748
  • Mfr. Part No. 6106301404
Subtotal (1 pack of 4 units)
TWD566.00(exc. GST)
TWD566.00/pack
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Varta 4106 Zinc Manganese Dioxide AA Non-Rechargeable Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 765-742
  • Mfr. Part No. 4106301134
Subtotal (1 pack of 24 units)
TWD668.00(exc. GST)
TWD668.00/pack
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RS PRO 6 V, 18.3 Ah Zinc Chloride Lantern Battery
  • RS Stock No. 790-4693
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD398.00(exc. GST)
TWD398.00/unit
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Eveready Alkaline AA Battery 1.5 V
  • RS Stock No. 718-872
  • Mfr. Part No. 7638900205916
Subtotal (1 pack of 4 units)
TWD63.00(exc. GST)
TWD63.00/pack
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Eveready A91 1.5 V Zinc Chloride D Battery
  • RS Stock No. 718-883
  • Mfr. Part No. 7638900083613
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
TWD44.00(exc. GST)
TWD44.00/pack
Temporarily out of stock
Varta Li/MnO2 3 V CR17345 Non-Rechargeable Battery, 1430 mAh, 17 mm x 34.5 mm
  • RS Stock No. 765-763
  • Mfr. Part No. 6205201501
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD315.00(exc. GST)
TWD315.00/unit
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