Eveready E300715400 1209-996/4R25 6V Spring - EVPJ996

Eveready (formerly Ever Ready) has been a household name in batteries for more than a century and their brand is still among the best known worldwide. With that kind of experience behind them and a reputation to uphold- you can trust that even their most basic products are manufactured to meet the highest standards. This standard-duty- 6V lantern battery is an inexpensive- single-use dry cell designed for use in camping lanterns and certain industrial devices- and is a popular choice for hobbyists. For medium-demand applications that need an inexpensive and easily replaced 6V power supply- this disposable battery is an economical choice.

The zinc-carbon composition of this dry cell was the earliest practical composition and is still cheaper to manufacture than alkaline or rechargeable cells. They also contain no mercury or cadmium- which makes them less harmful to the environment. This large- rectangular cell is developed specifically for use in lantern-style torches- and has dual- top-mounted spring contacts to facilitate quick changing. Unlike metal and cardboard versions of this battery- this one is encased in a plastic shell- to help prevent moisture and corrosion problems.

Although bulkier and heavier than some alternatives- lantern torches are still a good choice for camping and boating- since they throw a wide- bright beam and many waterproof- floating models are available. High-output LED versions are now available to replace less efficient styles- as well. Road crews and utility workers commonly use lanterns that require this battery style and these cells are a common backup battery in many industrial applications. For any low-demand- infrequently-used devices that support this case style- youll appreciate the low price and high quality this Eveready battery offers.