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Flashaholic
Re: Need input and recommendations on Cree and Defiant flashlights
I have a simple rule of thumb(helps being simple) be what ever the chemistry ICR/IMR/INR ,protected or not,just treat the same.................with respect. Of course used in different applications which are best suited ,but regarding discharging(be it a flashlight or an ecig etc) and charging(reputable brand so terminates and does not carry on charging or left unattended for long periods............no matter if protected cell/s,no matter if charger terminates..............only takes the one in a million fail.Even if there is 0.00001% of a chance.........its still a chance of failure).
Regardless of PCB or a more stable chemistry ,never over discharge /charge simply put.
If cells after a specific amount of time(huge variable dependent on charge cycles ,be it full or partial and time)if they dont hold charge the same,time to recycle/replace
Over the years i have had issue free use of lithium 18650 unprotected cells,i dont take it for granted ............
Just my general opinion
Roll on LG 3500 mah 10a cells..........
I have a simple rule of thumb(helps being simple) be what ever the chemistry ICR/IMR/INR ,protected or not,just treat the same.................with respect. Of course used in different applications which are best suited ,but regarding discharging(be it a flashlight or an ecig etc) and charging(reputable brand so terminates and does not carry on charging or left unattended for long periods............no matter if protected cell/s,no matter if charger terminates..............only takes the one in a million fail.Even if there is 0.00001% of a chance.........its still a chance of failure).
Regardless of PCB or a more stable chemistry ,never over discharge /charge simply put.
If cells after a specific amount of time(huge variable dependent on charge cycles ,be it full or partial and time)if they dont hold charge the same,time to recycle/replace
Over the years i have had issue free use of lithium 18650 unprotected cells,i dont take it for granted ............
Just my general opinion
Roll on LG 3500 mah 10a cells..........