Keeppower IMR18650 2500mAh (Black) 2014
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Official specifications:
- Min Capacity: 2400mAh
- Typical Capacity: 2500mAh
- Normal Voltage: 3.6V/3.7V
- Cell: Made in Korea
- Quality Lithium Ion rechargeable cell made in Japan
- Maximum Capacity and Reliability
- Maximum Constant Discharge Current: 20A
- 4.2 volts max voltage and 3.6-3.7 volts nominal voltage
- Button top: Yes
- Dimension: (D)18.50mm*(H)66.50mm
- Weight: Max. 49.0g
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For once I did not use my 2.8 volt cutoff, but discharged down to 2 volt (This is the lower limit for these batteries).
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The battery has no problem delivering 20A.
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Conclusion
The battery can be discharged down to 2 volt, but the voltage does compare favorable to other LiIon batteries with a higher end voltage. Using a cell from LG I will call this a very good high current battery.
Notes and links
The battery was supplied by Keeppower 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