Basen 18650 3000mAh BS186C (Black)
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Official specifications:
- Type: BS186C
- Capacity: 3000mAh
- Voltage: 3.7V
- Style: Flat top
- Protected: No
- Charging current: Maximum 2A (1A current recommended)
- Weight: 47±1g
- Size: Diameter:18.22mm; Length:65.08mm
4.35 volt
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This battery is a 4.35 volt battery, even though Basen does not specify it.
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Very nice discharge curves up to 7A with perfect match and same capacity.
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4.30 volt
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Reducing the charge voltage to 4.30 volt looses about 130mAh.
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4.20 volt
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At 4.20 volt the battery has about 330mAh less than at 4.35 volt.
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Conclusion
The performance is good on this battery and as usual a 4.35 volt battery gives some extra voltage during discharge.
Notes and links
The batteries was supplied by Basen for a review.
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