PX625 replacements .... where?

J.Scott · 02-01-2009, 09:37 AM

I am looking for guidance as where I can purchase replacement batteries for the outlawed PX625. I have seen 'Weincell MRB625" cells for $10 each at a certain Canadian camera store; are there cheaper places and prices? I think I bought some from 'FreeStyle' in the US a while back but they don't seem to sell them anymore. I have seen the 1.55v alkaline replacement but I prefer the 1.35v zinc/air type.

If anyone could point me in the right direction I would be very appreciative.

(I started the thread here as I think the Spotmatic uses this battery.)

**WJW** · 02-01-2009, 10:52 AM

I use these adapters and hearing aid batteries:

Nikon F meter batteries

I use these in several different cameras and light meters with great success. Just be aware the batteries only last a few months, not years like the mercury cells.

Wheatfield · 02-01-2009, 10:58 AM

Amazon.com: Wein Cell PX625/PX13 Battery 1.35 Volts: Electronics

Mercury batteries are nio longer available to the best of my knowledge. The Wein Zinc Air batteries will work, but they have a very short useful life (Like about a week).

Here's some more links you might like:
Cheap Easy Mercury Battery Replacement

and
Favorite Classics / Mercury Battery

which indicates you might still be able to find real mercury batteries if you know where to look.

woof · 02-01-2009, 12:16 PM

Originally posted by WJW

I use these adapters and hearing aid batteries:

Nikon F meter batteries

I use these in several different cameras and light meters with great success. Just be aware the batteries only last a few months, not years like the mercury cells.

I use adapters with silver oxide cells. This is by far the least expensive adapter I have seen to date. I think I'll give this a try for my Photomic Nikon. Very nice.

Seaain

titrisol · 02-01-2009, 12:30 PM

If it is for a Spottie, my experience show that any Silver battery will work
I think 392 is the best size, just remeber to put the + in the right place.

J.Scott · 02-01-2009, 01:51 PM

Thanks for all the replies folks. The batteries are for a couple of old Yashica's, a Canonet and a Konica Auto S2. I made reference to the Spottie F as it uses the dreaded PX625.

As fate would have it I have several boxes of hearing aid batteries left to me when my father in law passed away. I have tried the insulated wire hoop trick but with limited success. If it isn't a perfect fit they can be giggled out and the meter stops working. The Weincell's are bloody expensive and don't last more than a few weeks.

I'll try some of the alternatives offered here; thanks again.

lesmore49 · 02-01-2009, 04:56 PM

Just tossed one out today. It was in an envelope and had been used in my Yashicamat 2 /1/4 , many years ago. I tested it, it was DOA. I'll read this thread to check out replacement options.

stevebrot · 02-01-2009, 05:47 PM

Originally posted by titrisol

If it is for a Spottie, my experience show that any Silver battery will work
I think 392 is the best size, just remeber to put the + in the right place.

This is correct. The higher voltage with the silver cells does not affect the Spotmatic. It has a compensating "bridge" circuit that drives the meter.

Steve

**WJW** · 02-01-2009, 07:16 PM

Originally posted by J.Scott

Thanks for all the replies folks. The batteries are for a couple of old Yashica's, a Canonet and a Konica Auto S2. I made reference to the Spottie F as it uses the dreaded PX625.

As fate would have it I have several boxes of hearing aid batteries left to me when my father in law passed away. I have tried the insulated wire hoop trick but with limited success. If it isn't a perfect fit they can be giggled out and the meter stops working. The Weincell's are bloody expensive and don't last more than a few weeks.

I'll try some of the alternatives offered here; thanks again.

I've used the adapters in a Yashica-Mat 124 and in a Canonet G-III. I did have to add a small copper shim in the Canonet sine the battery is not as thick as the original and there is no spring.

Jeff

Ratmagiclady · 02-01-2009, 07:46 PM

FYI, though, Adorama has the Wein cells for about 4.50 (I keep em on my shopping list. For some reason, they seem to live quite a while in my FTb, but I still kind of don't trust them.

I'd still like to make up some silver cell adapters for my older Canons, what model batteries are you guys using?

zaku · 02-01-2009, 09:39 PM

Originally posted by Wheatfield

Amazon.com: Wein Cell PX625/PX13 Battery 1.35 Volts: Electronics

Mercury batteries are nio longer available to the best of my knowledge. The Wein Zinc Air batteries will work, but they have a very short useful life (Like about a week).

Here's some more links you might like:
Cheap Easy Mercury Battery Replacement

and
Favorite Classics / Mercury Battery

which indicates you might still be able to find real mercury batteries if you know where to look.

I'm using zinc-air batteries as well (for my Yashica 124G TLR

), battery life can be longer if you seal both + and - side with tape everytime after using it (especially the two small holes). Mine had been lasted for about 9 months but the contacts start turning black ... thus I'd replaced a new one.

Erik · 02-02-2009, 02:54 AM

I use zinc-air 625's in my OM-1. They work well enough and are cheap.

titrisol · 02-02-2009, 04:42 AM

FWIW I have a yashica Electro and decided to try Silver batteries into it.
I used some electricican's tape to put 4 together and an old flashlight spring to make the thing fit in the ompartment. The exposure was within 1/2 stop from a Nikon FE meter at beginnign, and after 3 rolls, so I assume it is good enough.

architorture · 02-03-2009, 09:52 PM

i just recently purchased a Leica CL and had this same issue. i ended-up getting an adapter for 1.55v silver-oxide batteries. the guy who wrote this article (pdf) sells his own, or a kit so you can make it yourself. i bought two from him. sent fast, nice guy, packaged nicely. and they seem to work!

his contact info is in the article, after all of the really great technical info and whatnot.

**monochrome** · 02-03-2009, 10:15 PM

You might try here - 2pk @ $9

Alkaline replacements for PX625 - $4
Silver Oxide replacements (Scroll down in the table)
http://www.photobattery.com/#Btable

Zinc-Air (not as easy as Alkaline)
Zinc-Air Mercury Replacements at PhotoBattery.com

I beleive the Spotmatic has a crossover built in that allows the 1.5V battery to work and meter correctly.

02-01-2009, 09:37 AM	#1
J.Scott Inactive Account Join Date: Mar 2007 Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,675	PX625 replacements .... where? I am looking for guidance as where I can purchase replacement batteries for the outlawed PX625. I have seen 'Weincell MRB625" cells for $10 each at a certain Canadian camera store; are there cheaper places and prices? I think I bought some from 'FreeStyle' in the US a while back but they don't seem to sell them anymore. I have seen the 1.55v alkaline replacement but I prefer the 1.35v zinc/air type. If anyone could point me in the right direction I would be very appreciative. (I started the thread here as I think the Spotmatic uses this battery.)

02-01-2009, 10:52 AM	#2
WJW Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Texas Posts: 383	I use these adapters and hearing aid batteries: Nikon F meter batteries I use these in several different cameras and light meters with great success. Just be aware the batteries only last a few months, not years like the mercury cells. Last edited by WJW; 02-01-2009 at 10:58 AM.

02-03-2009, 10:15 PM	#15
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	You might try here - 2pk @ $9 Alkaline replacements for PX625 - $4 Silver Oxide replacements (Scroll down in the table) http://www.photobattery.com/#Btable Zinc-Air (not as easy as Alkaline) Zinc-Air Mercury Replacements at PhotoBattery.com I beleive the Spotmatic has a crossover built in that allows the 1.5V battery to work and meter correctly. Last edited by monochrome; 02-03-2009 at 10:24 PM.

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02-01-2009, 10:58 AM	#3
Wheatfield Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: The wheatfields of Canada Posts: 15,981	Amazon.com: Wein Cell PX625/PX13 Battery 1.35 Volts: Electronics Mercury batteries are nio longer available to the best of my knowledge. The Wein Zinc Air batteries will work, but they have a very short useful life (Like about a week). Here's some more links you might like: Cheap Easy Mercury Battery Replacement and Favorite Classics / Mercury Battery which indicates you might still be able to find real mercury batteries if you know where to look.

02-01-2009, 12:16 PM	#4
woof Inactive Account Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In the present Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,870	Originally posted by WJW I use these adapters and hearing aid batteries: Nikon F meter batteries I use these in several different cameras and light meters with great success. Just be aware the batteries only last a few months, not years like the mercury cells. I use adapters with silver oxide cells. This is by far the least expensive adapter I have seen to date. I think I'll give this a try for my Photomic Nikon. Very nice. Seaain

02-01-2009, 12:30 PM	#5
titrisol Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: In the most populated state... state of denial Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,852	If it is for a Spottie, my experience show that any Silver battery will work I think 392 is the best size, just remeber to put the + in the right place.

02-01-2009, 01:51 PM	#6
J.Scott Inactive Account Join Date: Mar 2007 Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,675 Original Poster	Thanks for all the replies folks. The batteries are for a couple of old Yashica's, a Canonet and a Konica Auto S2. I made reference to the Spottie F as it uses the dreaded PX625. As fate would have it I have several boxes of hearing aid batteries left to me when my father in law passed away. I have tried the insulated wire hoop trick but with limited success. If it isn't a perfect fit they can be giggled out and the meter stops working. The Weincell's are bloody expensive and don't last more than a few weeks. I'll try some of the alternatives offered here; thanks again.

02-01-2009, 04:56 PM	#7
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,344	Just tossed one out today. It was in an envelope and had been used in my Yashicamat 2 /1/4 , many years ago. I tested it, it was DOA. I'll read this thread to check out replacement options.

02-01-2009, 05:47 PM	#8
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by titrisol If it is for a Spottie, my experience show that any Silver battery will work I think 392 is the best size, just remeber to put the + in the right place. This is correct. The higher voltage with the silver cells does not affect the Spotmatic. It has a compensating "bridge" circuit that drives the meter. Steve

02-01-2009, 07:16 PM	#9
WJW Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Texas Posts: 383	Originally posted by J.Scott Thanks for all the replies folks. The batteries are for a couple of old Yashica's, a Canonet and a Konica Auto S2. I made reference to the Spottie F as it uses the dreaded PX625. As fate would have it I have several boxes of hearing aid batteries left to me when my father in law passed away. I have tried the insulated wire hoop trick but with limited success. If it isn't a perfect fit they can be giggled out and the meter stops working. The Weincell's are bloody expensive and don't last more than a few weeks. I'll try some of the alternatives offered here; thanks again. I've used the adapters in a Yashica-Mat 124 and in a Canonet G-III. I did have to add a small copper shim in the Canonet sine the battery is not as thick as the original and there is no spring. Jeff

02-01-2009, 07:46 PM	#10
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	FYI, though, Adorama has the Wein cells for about 4.50 (I keep em on my shopping list. For some reason, they seem to live quite a while in my FTb, but I still kind of don't trust them. I'd still like to make up some silver cell adapters for my older Canons, what model batteries are you guys using?

02-01-2009, 09:39 PM	#11
zaku New Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hong Kong Photos: Gallery Posts: 4	Originally posted by Wheatfield Amazon.com: Wein Cell PX625/PX13 Battery 1.35 Volts: Electronics Mercury batteries are nio longer available to the best of my knowledge. The Wein Zinc Air batteries will work, but they have a very short useful life (Like about a week). Here's some more links you might like: Cheap Easy Mercury Battery Replacement and Favorite Classics / Mercury Battery which indicates you might still be able to find real mercury batteries if you know where to look. I'm using zinc-air batteries as well (for my Yashica 124G TLR ), battery life can be longer if you seal both + and - side with tape everytime after using it (especially the two small holes). Mine had been lasted for about 9 months but the contacts start turning black ... thus I'd replaced a new one.

02-02-2009, 02:54 AM	#12
Erik Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Umeå, Sweden Posts: 755	I use zinc-air 625's in my OM-1. They work well enough and are cheap.

02-02-2009, 04:42 AM	#13
titrisol Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: In the most populated state... state of denial Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,852	FWIW I have a yashica Electro and decided to try Silver batteries into it. I used some electricican's tape to put 4 together and an old flashlight spring to make the thing fit in the ompartment. The exposure was within 1/2 stop from a Nikon FE meter at beginnign, and after 3 rolls, so I assume it is good enough.

02-03-2009, 09:52 PM	#14
architorture Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York, NY Posts: 152	i just recently purchased a Leica CL and had this same issue. i ended-up getting an adapter for 1.55v silver-oxide batteries. the guy who wrote this article (pdf) sells his own, or a kit so you can make it yourself. i bought two from him. sent fast, nice guy, packaged nicely. and they seem to work! his contact info is in the article, after all of the really great technical info and whatnot.