Audiology & Hearing Centers provides hearing aid batteries in Tampa Palms, Venice, Palm Harbor, Tampa Westchase, Sarasota, Bonita Springs FL and Alpharetta, GA, to ensure that your hearing devices are always functioning at their best.
Hearing aid batteries power your hearing aids, making them work properly. Without the right battery, your hearing aids won’t help you hear well. Batteries affect how long your hearing aids last each day and how well they perform. Choosing the right type of battery is important for convenience and cost.
Two Types of Hearing Aid Batteries
Hearing aids use two main types of batteries: rechargeable batteries and standard disposable batteries. Each type has its own benefits.
Rechargeable Battery
Rechargeable batteries are built into the hearing aid and do not need to be replaced often. You simply place your hearing aids in a charging case or dock overnight. By morning, they are fully charged and ready to use.
Hearing aid batteries power your hearing aids, making them work properly. Without the right battery, your hearing aids won’t help you hear well. Batteries affect how long your hearing aids last each day and how well they perform. Choosing the right type of battery is important for convenience and cost.
Benefits of rechargeable batteries:
- No need to buy new batteries often
- Easy to charge overnight
- Better for the environment since they don’t create waste
- Ideal for people who have trouble handling small batteries
However, rechargeable hearing aids must be charged daily. If you forget to charge them, they won’t work until recharged.
Standard Disposable Batteries
Disposable batteries are small, round batteries that you replace when they run out. These are also called zinc-air batteries. They are activated when you remove a small sticker from the battery, allowing air to enter.
Benefits of disposable batteries:
- Can be replaced quickly when they run out
- Useful if you don’t have a power source nearby to recharge
- Last different lengths of time, depending on the battery size and hearing aid type
Disposable batteries can be helpful for people who travel often or do not have access to a charger. However, they need to be replaced regularly, which means ongoing costs.
Sizes of Disposable Hearing Aid Batteries
Disposable hearing aid batteries come in different sizes. Each size fits specific hearing aids.
- Size 10 – Smallest battery, used in very small hearing aids. Lasts about 3-5 days.
- Size 312 – A little bigger, common in behind-the-ear (BTE) and in-the-ear (ITE) hearing aids. Lasts about 5-7 days.
- Size 13 – Larger than 312, used in powerful hearing aids. Lasts about 6-14 days.
- Size 675 – Largest battery, used in very strong hearing aids. Lasts about 9-20 days.
Color-Coding for Disposable Hearing Aid Batteries
To make it easy to find the right size, battery packages use color codes:
- Size 10 – Yellow
- Size 312 – Brown
- Size 13 – Orange
- Size 675 – Blue
Battery Life of Hearing Aid Batteries
How long a hearing aid battery lasts depends on the battery size, the type of hearing aid, and how often you use it. On average:
- Small batteries last 3-7 days
- Larger batteries last 6-20 days
- Rechargeable batteries last a full day but need daily charging
Using Bluetooth and other advanced hearing aid features can drain batteries faster.
How to Extend the Life of a Hearing Aid Battery
Taking care of your hearing aid batteries can help them last longer. Here are some tips:
Proper Storage and Handling:
- Keep batteries in a cool, dry place.
- Do not store them in the refrigerator.
- Keep them away from metal objects, like keys and coins, to avoid short-circuiting.
Activating Zinc-Air Batteries:
- Remove the sticker only when you are ready to use the battery.
- Let the battery sit for 1-2 minutes before placing it in the hearing aid. This allows air to activate the battery fully.
Extending the Life of Rechargeable Batteries:
- Charge hearing aids every night.
- Do not overcharge them—use the charger designed for your hearing aid.
- If storing hearing aids for a long time, turn them off to save battery life.
When to Replace Batteries:
- If sounds become weak or unclear. If your hearing still hasn’t improved even after battery replacement, you may need to contact your hearing aid provider so they can check your device. If the device is okay, you may need to get a hearing test or ear wax removal (if the check-up shows an ear wax blockage that could be affecting how you hear).
- If your hearing aid does not turn on
- If you hear beeping sounds from the hearing aid (a low battery warning)
Hearing Aid Batteries in Tampa Bay & Venice, FL
At Audiology & Hearing Centers, we offer a wide range of hearing aid batteries. Whether you need rechargeable batteries or standard disposable ones, we can help you find the right fit for your hearing aids.
Visit Audiology & Hearing Centers today or contact us to find the right batteries for your hearing aids!
Our clinics are located in Tampa Palms, FL, Tampa Westchase, FL, Palm Harbor, FL, Venice, FL, Sarasota, FL, Bonita Springs, FL, and Alpharetta, GA.
