The Hidden History of Battery Letters

History of Simple Things
History of Simple Things
Published on 5.09.2025

Ever wondered why we all use AA and AAA batteries but never see a plain A or B battery at the store? In this video, we dive into the curious history of battery naming, where the missing letters went, and why AA and AAA became the world’s go-to power sources. From forgotten “A” cells to the vanished “B” batteries once used in old radios, we’ll explore how standardization shaped the gadgets we use every day. By the end, you’ll never look at your TV remote the same way again!

Timestamps:
00:03 – Introduction: The Mystery of AA and AAA
00:52 – The Alphabet Soup of Battery Sizes
01:42 – How Early Batteries Were Named
02:49 – The Forgotten “A” Battery
03:38 – Whatever Happened to the “B” Battery?
04:30 – Why AA and AAA Took Over the World
05:23 – C and D Batteries: The Bigger Relatives
06:10 – Oddball Sizes: AAAA and Button Cells
07:01 – Why Plain A and B Faded Away
07:46 – The Power of Standardization
08:37 – Rechargeables and the Modern Battery Scene
09:26 – Closing Thoughts: The Legacy of AA and AAA


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