Duracell, PC1400, Alkaline Battery, 1.5 V, C

Duracell Procell PC1400 – C Size Alkaline Battery, 1.5V, 7Ah, Industrial-Grade

The Duracell Procell PC1400 is a commercial-grade C-size alkaline battery engineered for professional applications requiring reliable, continuous power. It delivers 1.5 VDC nominal voltage with a nominal capacity of 7,000 mAh (7 Ah), making it suitable for use in moderate- to high-drain devices such as test instruments, safety equipment, flashlights, medical devices, and industrial sensors.

This cell is part of Duracell’s Procell line, manufactured for consistent output, extended service life, and performance stability over a broad temperature range. With a durable alkaline manganese dioxide chemistry, the PC1400 meets ANSI and IEC specifications and supports long-term inventory with a 6–8 year shelf life.

Features

• ✅ Nominal Voltage: 1.5 VDC
• ✅ Nominal Capacity: 7.0 Ah (tested at 25 mA continuous drain)
• ✅ Internal Impedance: 150 mOhm @ 1 kHz
• ✅ Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +54°C
• ✅ Shelf Life: Up to 8 years at 21°C (69.8°F)
• ✅ Construction: Alkaline manganese dioxide, steel jacket
• ✅ Terminals: Flat contact terminals

Technical Specifications

• Size: C
• Model Number: PC1400
• Diameter: 26.2 mm
• Height: 50.0 mm
• Weight: ~66 grams
• ANSI Designation: 14A
• IEC Designation: LR14

Application Guidance

The Procell PC1400 is engineered for professional environments and is recommended for use in electronic test equipment, safety devices, clinical instrumentation, communications equipment, and maintenance gear requiring consistent output. It is not rechargeable and should be disposed of in accordance with local hazardous waste regulations.

Installation Notes

Ensure polarity alignment (+/-) matches device orientation. Insert using clean, dry hands or gloves to prevent corrosion on terminals. Replace batteries in matched sets to prevent imbalance and leakage.

Usage Considerations for Contractors

For field professionals, the PC1400 offers predictable discharge behavior, making it a dependable power source in critical equipment. Its high-capacity output minimizes the need for frequent replacements, reducing downtime and maintenance intervals.

Compatible with any C-cell compliant device rated for 1.5V alkaline sources. Not suitable for environments requiring high pulse current such as motor-driven tools—consider lithium alternatives for those applications.