Intl-outdoor NCR18650B 3400mAh (Black)
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Official specifications:
- Panasonic 18650 Protected Battery
- Protected against Overdischarge, Overcharge and Short-circuit
- Capacity: 3400mAh
- Recommended Max Discharge: 6.8A (2C)
- Full charge: 4.2V
- Nominal voltage: 3.6V
- Cut-off: 2.5V
- Size: 68.9mm (length) * 18.5mm (diameter)
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This is the latest cells from Panasonic with the highest capacity.
The cell used can be discharged down to 2.5 volt, in my test I only discharges to 2.8 volt, i.e. I do not measure the full capacity. But then, not all lights will be able to use the full capacity.
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Very nice tracking between the two batteries and these batteries are good at both low and higher current.
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Conclusion
This battery has higher capacity and better high current capacity than its predecessor (3100mAh/NCR18650A).
With the added protection it is a very good battery.
Notes and links
The batteries was supplied by intl-outdoor for 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