Hey guys I got a couple fenix flashlights and was wondering if the panasonic 18650 3400mah cells would work in them. The Fenix lights I have are the PD35, TK21, and TK22. I have read some issues with the cells not making contact on certain torches because they do not have a nipple like other batteries. I was also looking to purchase Fenix arb-l2s cells with the fenix are-c2 charger but if I can get something equal or better for less money please let me know.
Panasonic 18650 batteries and fenix lights
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kj2
Flashaholic
When the light has a spring at the + end, it should work fine. I use mostly Eagletac branded 18650 batteries. Those are cheaper where I live.
tyxxvxl
Flashlight Enthusiast
They work great in my PD35
Nitecore, Eagletac, Olight, make button top batteries, as well as Panasonic.
Nitecore makes a well respected set of chargers, the I2 and I4, and their new D series chargers.
The Nitecore I2 and I4 can be found on sale as the new D series has replaced them.
Nitecore makes a well respected set of chargers, the I2 and I4, and their new D series chargers.
The Nitecore I2 and I4 can be found on sale as the new D series has replaced them.
kj2
Flashaholic
Nitecore/Eagletac/Fenix offer button-top cells, they don't make them
And as far I know, Panasonic only makes unprotected cells. So a other party puts on the button-tops.
yoyoman
Flashlight Enthusiast
I generally only use unprotected Panasonic 18650 3400 mAh cells in lights/dropins that have low voltage warning and cutoff. I am perhaps overly cautious. I do use unprotected 10440 li-ions in AAA lights. The performance and reliability of the Panasonic 18650 3400 mAh cells is first class. As long as you know the rules about not over charging nor over discharging and have a basic volt meter to tell you the status of the cells, take care and go for it.
