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Changing SNES batteries
kingjohn3:
I want to change all my batteries out seeing as they are all nearly 20 years old but I am not skilled with a soldering gun. Is there another option that's just as good
kingjohn3:
Is this what I need or is there another/better option?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/20X-2016-SAVE-BATTERY-REPLACEMENT-WITH-TABS-GAMEBOY-GBA-ADVANCE-SNES-POKEMON-/251541038383?pt=US_Video_Game_Batteries&hash=item3a9103a52f
Arseen:
Not sure is that correct size as I think it should be 2025 (or something that area).
Those might work but as they are thinner they won't last as long.
kingjohn3:
Do i need to solder them or can i use electrical tape? Ill open a cart to see what size i need
Arseen:
Very strong recomentation of soldering as then the connection will not be lost.
Lose connection -> lose saved game stuff.
If you stupidly end up going with the tape option, then don't buy batteries with legs as normal ones work better then as you can pry the old battery out of it's legs and then sandwich the new between them.