Test/review of Panasonic NCR18500A 2040mAh (Green)

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[size=+3]Panasonic NCR18500A 2040mAh (Green)[/size]

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Official specifications:
  • Rated capacity: 1900mAh at 20°C
  • Minimum capacity: 1940mAh at 25°C
  • Typical capacity: 2040mAh at 25°C
  • Nominal voltage: 3.6V
  • Charging: CC-CV to 4.20V
  • Standard charge current: 0.7C
  • Weight: 33.5g
  • Temperature: Charge: 10°C ~ 45°C, Discharge: -20°C ~ 60°C, Storage: -20°C ~ 50°C

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18500 batteries from Panasonic.

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Discharge curves has very good tracking.
Note: First cell was only tested up to 5A

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[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

This looks like a good high capacity 18500 battery. It can deliver some current, but it is not a high current batterg



[size=+3]Notes and links[/size]

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
Compare to 18650 and other batteries
 
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