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# 8 x AA battery holder with 5.5mm/2.1mm Plug and On/Off Switch

**Brand:** Adafruit

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/8-x-aa-battery-holder-with-5-5mm-2-1mm-plug-and-on-off-switch

## Pricing

- **Price:** $14.28
- **Stock:** In stock
- **Local warehouse:** 13 units
- **Supplier (Adafruit):** 100 units
- **SKU:** AF-875

## Description

This 8×AA battery holder provides a portable power source with a built-in on/off switch and a standard 5.5 mm / 2.1 mm DC barrel plug for easy connection to Arduino boards, LED strips, motors, and other 12V devices. Use alkaline AAs for approximately 12V at 3000–4000 mAh, or rechargeable NiMH cells for 9.6V at around 2000 mAh. The barrel plug fits standard DC jacks found on Arduino boards and many electronics, while the on/off switch lets you control power without unplugging. Key Features 8×AA Series Configuration – ~12V (alkaline) or ~9.6V (NiMH) 5.5 mm / 2.1 mm DC Barrel Plug – Fits standard Arduino and electronics DC jacks On/Off Switch – Control power at the source High Capacity – 3000–4000 mAh with alkaline cells Also Available 8×AA Battery Holder – Wire-lead version without plug or switch Ideal For Portable Arduino projects 12V LED strip lighting Motor and solenoid power Electronics requiring 7V+ input (with onboard voltage regulator) Note: Batteries not included. Compatible with any AA-sized alkaline or rechargeable batteries. Package Contents 1× 8×AA Battery Holder with DC barrel plug and on/off switch

**Product Type:** physical

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