Battery types at a glance – all formats at Inkolor
● CR2032 battery — lithium button cell (3V) for Apple AirTag, car keys, watches
● AA batteries (LR6) — alkaline, 4-pack – for remote controls, toys, cameras
● AAA batteries (LR03) — alkaline, 4-pack – for compact devices and flashlights
● CR2025 & CR2016 — lithium button cells for watches and medical devices
● LR44 battery — alkaline button cell for calculators, toys, and medical technology
● CR123A battery — lithium for security cameras, smoke detectors, and flashlights
● 9V battery (6LR61) — alkaline for smoke detectors, measuring devices, and guitar effects
Why Inkolor – Swiss quality since 2007
Inkolor is a Swiss family business based in Giswil, founded in 2007. All Maxell batteries are shipped from our own Swiss warehouse in Alpnach Dorf with Swiss Post – on the same day if you order by 4:30 p.m.
All items come with a 3-year money-back guarantee, and for every order we plant a tree together with Tree-Nation.
Maxell batteries have stood for Japanese precision and reliability for decades – in millions of households, offices, and specialist applications worldwide. The Inkolor range includes all relevant battery formats: Standard alkaline for high energy demand, powerful lithium button cells for precision small devices, and special formats such as CR123A for security technology. All batteries are available in practical pack sizes – 2-pack, 4-pack, or 5-pack – for optimal cost efficiency in everyday use.
Alkaline vs. lithium – which battery is the right one?
Alkaline batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, 9V) are the universal choice for everyday household use. They offer consistent performance with moderate consumption and are ideal for remote controls, toys, flashlights, and alarm clocks. Lithium batteries (CR2032, CR2025, CR123A) deliver higher voltage with extreme temperature resistance and a significantly longer shelf life – essential for precision devices such as Apple AirTag, car keys, cameras, and medical measuring devices. The CR2032 button cell is the best-selling lithium format worldwide and is compatible with hundreds of device categories.
Maxell quality & sustainability
Maxell is a long-established Japanese manufacturer with over 70 years of experience in energy technology. All Maxell lithium and alkaline batteries undergo strict quality controls and meet European safety and environmental standards. Batteries contain heavy metals and must be disposed of properly – never in household waste. Inkolor supports responsible recycling and runs its warehouse in Alpnach Dorf entirely on renewable energy. For every order, we plant a tree together with Tree-Nation.
Applications – Maxell batteries for every need
● Apple AirTag & Bluetooth trackers: CR2032 lithium coin cell (3V), pack of 5
● Household & remote controls: AA and AAA alkaline, consistent performance
● Security technology: CR123A lithium for smoke detectors and alarm systems
● Watches & medical technology: CR2025, CR2016, LR44 coin cells
● Smoke detectors & measuring devices: 9V alkaline (6LR61), pack of 2
Frequently asked questions about Maxell batteries
Which battery do I need for my Apple AirTag?
The Apple AirTag requires a CR2032 lithium coin cell with 3V voltage. Inkolor stocks the Maxell CR2032 in a practical pack of 5 – enough for several AirTags or as a replacement supply. The average runtime of a CR2032 in an AirTag is about 12 months with normal use.
What is the difference between alkaline and lithium batteries?
Alkaline batteries are suitable for Standard household devices with moderate energy needs, such as remote controls, toys, and flashlights. Lithium batteries deliver higher performance, more extreme temperature resistance (–40°C to +60°C), and a significantly longer shelf life of up to 10 years – ideal for precision devices, AirTag, and security technology.
How long do Maxell batteries last compared with other brands?
Maxell batteries are known for their high storage stability and consistent discharge characteristics. Alkaline batteries have a shelf life of up to 7 years, lithium coin cells up to 10 years – significantly longer than many no-name alternatives. In practical testing, Maxell AA and AAA batteries deliver up to 20% more runtime than inexpensive private-label brands.
Can I use Maxell batteries for smoke detectors?
Yes – Inkolor stocks two suitable formats for smoke detectors: the CR123A lithium battery (Energizer, 3V) for high-performance smoke detectors and the 9V alkaline battery (Maxell 6LR61) in a pack of 2 for Standard smoke detectors. According to Swiss regulations, the battery level of smoke detectors should be checked at least once a year.
Does Inkolor deliver batteries throughout Switzerland?
Inkolor ships all batteries from its own warehouse in Alpnach Dorf with Swiss Post. Orders placed by 4:30 p.m. are shipped the same day. A-Post delivery takes place on the next working day – throughout Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein.
