AWT IMR18490 1200mAh (Yellow)
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Official specifications:
- Nominal Voltage : 3.7V
- Capacity: 1100mAh
- Lowest Discharge Voltage: 2.50V
- Standard Charge: CC/CV ( max. charging rate 16.5A )
- Cycle Life: > 500 cycles
- Max. continuous discharge rate: 5C
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This is a high current 18490 cell (18490 is basically the same as 18500)
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The two cells has an acceptable match in capacity. The capacity is as specified and fairly stable even at 15A, i.e. the cell is good at high current.
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Conclusion
The battery has very good high current performance and capacity is also fine for the current rating.
Notes and links
The batteries was supplied by AWT for a review.
How is the test done and how to read the charts
How is a protected LiIon battery constructed
More about button top and flat top batteries
Compare to 18650 and other batteries