The right battery, every time.
From disposable zinc-air to rechargeable lithium-ion, here's everything you need to know about powering your hearing aids — including which size you need and how to make them last.
Disposable zinc-air battery sizes.
Hearing aid batteries are color- and number-coded so they're easy to identify. The size you need depends on your hearing aid's style.
| Size | Color | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Yellow | Smallest CIC and ITC hearing aids |
| 13 | Orange | BTE, RIC, and ITE hearing aids |
| 312 | Brown | RIC and ITE — the most common size |
| 675 | Blue | Power BTE for severe-to-profound loss |
Zinc-air batteries activate when you remove the protective seal — wait at least one minute before inserting so they fully absorb oxygen.
Why most patients are switching to rechargeable.
Rechargeable hearing aids are now one of the most-requested features at Elevate. They free you from the daily hassle of changing tiny batteries, performing battery tests, and always carrying spares.
They're also better for the environment — a single rechargeable hearing aid saves nearly 100 disposable batteries per year from landfill.
- Up to 24 hours of hearing on one charge
- Fast-charge options available on most models
- Charger doubles as overnight storage
- No more spare batteries to keep track of
- Significantly reduced environmental impact
Get the most out of your batteries.
- Store at room temperature — heat, cold, and humidity all shorten battery life
- Skip the refrigerator — condensation and temperature swings damage batteries
- Keep them away from metal — keys and coins can short-circuit a battery
- Open the door at night — turn aids off and open the compartment to prevent moisture buildup
- Watch the expiration date when buying in stores
- Listen for the warning — most aids beep when the battery is low
- If sound stops — your first suspect should always be a dead battery
- Recycle with us — bring used batteries to your next visit
