Test/Review of Shockli 26650 3500mAh (Purple)

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Shockli 26650 3500mAh (Purple)

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Official specifications:
  • Nominal capacity: 3500mAh
  • Nominal voltage: 3.7V
  • Discharge cut-off voltage: 2.75V
  • Standard charge: 4.2V 1000mA
  • Maximum charge current: 3500mA
  • Continuous discharge current: 30A
  • Pulse discharge current: 60A
  • Initial impedance max.: 15mOhm
  • Cycle life: 500cycle to 60%
  • Operating temperature: Charging, 0°C ~ 45°C, Discharging, -20°C~60°C
  • Storage temperature: -20°c -35°c
  • Weight: 90g

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This is a high current 26650 cell, the two ratings printed on the cell is continuos and pulse rating.

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The discharge curves is tracking nicely and capacity is nearly constant up to 20A and do also match the marked capacity. The 30A curve is a bit high for the battery.

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Conclusion

This battery has good high current performance, this also means it is not a top performer in capacity.



Notes and links

The battery was supplied by shockli.com for review.

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