An L1154F battery is usually a 1.5-volt alkaline button cell that fits the LR44 size. Common equivalents include LR44, AG13, A76, 76A, PX76A, and V13GA.

A silver-oxide SR44 or 357 battery is the same size and can work in many of the same devices, but it uses different chemistry and gives 1.55 volts. Batteries like CR2032, LR1130, LIR44, and PR44/675 are not direct replacements.

1. Physical dimensions
2. Nominal voltage
3. Battery chemistry
4. The device manufacturer’s specified battery type

The chart below shows which batteries are direct alkaline replacements, which are just the same size, and which ones look similar but aren’t compatible.

A “direct replacement” matches the original battery’s size, voltage, and alkaline chemistry. A “same-size alternative” might fit, but it could have a different voltage or chemistry.

L1154F specifications

Several major manufacturers support these dimensions. Energizer specifies its A76 as an IEC LR44 cell measuring approximately 11.6 mm in diameter and 5.4 mm in height. Energizer A76 datasheet: VARTA gives the same voltage and dimensions for its V13GA/LR44 battery.VARTA catalog

L1154F capacity is not one fixed number

Online guides often list capacities between about 110 and 175 mAh. These numbers can vary and aren’t necessarily in conflict.

1. Applied load
2. Operating temperature
3. Cutoff voltage
4. Discharge pattern
5. Manufacturer and production design

For example, Energizer lists a typical capacity of 175 mAh for its A76, but this is based on a specific test with a 0.9-volt cutoff. If you see a capacity number without test details, treat it as an estimate, not a guaranteed value.

What does the “F” in L1154F mean?

For normal replacement purposes, an L1154F and an alkaline LR44 are generally treated as the same battery type.

1. 1.5-volt nominal output
2. Alkaline zinc–manganese dioxide chemistry
3. Approximately 11.6 mm diameter
4. Approximately 5.4 mm height
5. Non-rechargeable construction

If your device originally uses a Vinnic L1154F, a good-quality LR44 is usually the best replacement to try first.

Why does an LR44 sometimes appear not to fit?

A properly made LR44 should be the same size, but sometimes a replacement feels loose or doesn’t make contact.

• A compressed or bent battery-compartment spring
• Corrosion or dirt on the contacts
• A plastic separator positioned incorrectly
• Multiple cells stacked in the wrong order
• A missing spacer or battery-retaining part
• Differences in terminal shape within allowable manufacturing tolerances
• An incorrectly labeled battery purchased from an unreliable source
• Confusion between LR44 and the thinner LR1130

Several names refer to this alkaline battery size, depending on the manufacturer and labeling system.

LR44

If your original battery says L1154F and you don’t have a replacement chart, LR44 is usually the best place to start.

AG13

• 1.5 V
• Alkaline
• Approximately 11.6 × 5.4 mm
• Non-rechargeable

Energizer A76

Duracell 76A

So, 76A is the standard Duracell replacement for L1154F when your device needs an alkaline LR44-size battery.

VARTA V13GA

• 1.5-volt output
• Alkaline chemistry
• 11.6 mm diameter
• 5.4 mm height

V13GA is also a direct alkaline replacement.

Other commercial codes

SR44 and 357 batteries are the same size as L1154F or LR44, but their chemistry is different.

Renata specifies its 357/SR44 as a 1.55-volt silver-oxide battery measuring 11.6 × 5.4 mm.Renata 357 datasheet

When silver oxide may be preferable

• Watches
• Digital calipers
• Measurement instruments
• Cameras and light meters
• Medical or laboratory instruments

Always use the battery type recommended by the device maker, especially if you need accurate measurements or steady performance.

When alkaline is usually sufficient

• Electronic toys
• Calculators
• Laser pointers
• Miniature LED lights
• Novelty products
• Small alarms and timers

Don’t assume you need the most expensive battery. If your manual says LR44 or another alkaline type, a good-quality alkaline replacement is usually enough.

Batteries that look similar can differ in height, voltage, or chemistry.

CR2032

A homemade adapter won’t fix the voltage difference and could damage a device designed for 1.5 volts.

LR1130

An LR1130 might fall into the battery compartment and not make good contact. Don’t pick it just because the diameter looks right.

LIR44

Only use an LIR44 if your device’s manufacturer specifically says it’s okay.

PR44 or 675

Don’t use these as universal L1154F replacements, even if they look similar.

• LR44
• A76
• AG13
• 76A
• PX76A
• V13GA

Make sure the replacement says 1.5 volts and alkaline chemistry.

If your device uses two or three L1154F batteries, replace them all at once. Mixing new and used batteries can cause uneven voltage and shorten battery life.

• Different chemistries
• Different brands
• Old and new cells
• Batteries from unidentified suppliers

The right battery depends on how sensitive your device is to voltage changes.

If a replacement battery doesn’t power your device, it doesn’t always mean it’s the wrong type. Try these steps to find out why.

1. Confirm polarity

A reversed cell will prevent most devices from operating.

2. Count the required batteries

Three 1.5-volt cells in series produce a nominal 4.5 volts. Leaving one cell out prevents proper contact and reduces the total voltage.

3. Check separators and retainers

A misplaced separator can stop adjacent cells from making contact.

4. Inspect the metal contacts

• Flattened springs
• Bent contact tabs
• White or green corrosion
• Dirt or adhesive residue
• Leakage from the previous battery

Don’t scrape the contacts too hard. If the compartment is badly corroded or damaged, your device might need repair.

5. Confirm the replacement is actually LR44 size

Check the package for 11.6 × 5.4 mm. A thinner LR1130 can look nearly identical from above but may not reach both contacts.

6. Remove protective stickers

Some button batteries or battery holders have insulating pull tabs. Confirm that you've removed all shipping tabs and protective films.

7. Replace the entire set

If your device uses more than one battery, replace all of them with new, matching ones. A single weak battery can stop the device from working.

8. Test under load when possible

A battery might show a normal voltage when not in use but still work poorly once installed. Checking voltage alone isn’t always enough to know whether it will power your device.

9. Check the device manual

If your device originally used a silver-oxide battery, swapping it for an alkaline one may shorten battery life or reduce stability, even if it fits.

1. Turn off the device.
2. Note the original battery's orientation.
3. Remove the old battery without bending the contacts.
4. Inspect the compartment for leakage or corrosion.
5. Install a fresh battery with the correct polarity.
6. Replace all cells together if the device uses a stack.
7. Secure the battery-compartment cover.
8. Test the device before returning it to service.

Don’t expose the battery to fire, crush it, short the terminals, or store it loose with metal objects.

Is L1154F the same as LR44?

L1154F and an alkaline LR44 normally refer to the same 1.5-volt, 11.6 × 5.4 mm battery size family. LR44 is the more widely recognized IEC designation.

What Energizer battery replaces L1154F?

Energizer A76 is the standard replacement. Energizer identifies A76 as an IEC LR44 1.5-volt alkaline cell.

What Duracell battery replaces L1154F?

Duracell 76A is the normal alkaline replacement. Duracell lists 76A as equivalent to LR44, A76 and PX76A.

Can I use AG13 instead of L1154F?

Yes, if the AG13 package confirms that it is a 1.5-volt alkaline cell measuring approximately 11.6 × 5.4 mm.

Can I use a 357 battery instead of L1154F?

A 357/SR44 has the same nominal dimensions but uses 1.55-volt silver-oxide chemistry. It works in many devices that accept the LR44 size, but check the device specifications first.

Is an L1154F battery rechargeable?

No. A standard L1154F is a primary alkaline battery and must not be recharged.

Is CR2032 an L1154F equivalent?

No. A CR2032 is a 3-volt lithium cell with a 20 mm diameter. It differs in size, voltage and chemistry.

Why does my LR44 replacement not make contact?

Common causes include a thinner battery being mistaken for an LR44, a compressed spring, dirty contacts, an incorrectly positioned separator or an incomplete stack of batteries.

How many volts is an L1154F battery?

A standard alkaline L1154F has a nominal voltage of 1.5 volts.

Which side of an L1154F is positive?

The broad face marked with a plus sign is positive. Follow the polarity markings in the device because battery-holder designs vary.