Product Overview
Three-Cell AAA Series Battery Compartment with 4.5V DC Output
Condition
Unused new old stock (NOS). Packaging header marked: RadioShack 270-412. Color-coded wire leads with tinned ends, bright contact springs, and clean molded plastic frame. Sold each.
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Product Overview
RadioShack 270-412 holds three AAA cells in series to provide a 4.5V DC power source for electronics, replacement assemblies, and prototypes. Color-coded red and black flying wire leads connect directly to circuit boards, terminal blocks, or power switches.
Key Features
- Holds three standard AAA batteries in series configuration
- Delivers 4.5V DC nominal output with standard 1.5V cells
- Pre-attached color-coded flying wire leads (red positive, black negative)
- Coil spring negative terminals and flat button positive contact plates
- Dual rear through-holes for chassis or project box mounting
- Molded black plastic open-frame construction
Applications
- Powering microcontroller development boards, LED arrays, and DIY maker circuits
- Replacing damaged or corroded 4.5V battery packs in vintage handheld electronics and toys
- Benchtop breadboard prototyping requiring an independent DC power rail
Frequently Asked Questions
What output voltage does this battery holder provide?
Three standard 1.5V alkaline cells in series provide 4.5V DC nominal output. Three 1.2V rechargeable NiMH cells in series provide 3.6V DC nominal output.
Are mounting screws or batteries included?
Not included.
Does this holder replace RadioShack catalog number 270-0412?
Yes. RadioShack cataloged this 3-cell AAA holder under both 270-412 and 270-0412.
RadioShack was where half of us bought our first soldering iron and the other half found the parts to finish a weekend build. Pop in three AAA cells, solder the leads, and bring your circuit to life.
