Test/review of Soshine IFR16340 3.2V 500mAh (Blue-white)

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[size=+3]Soshine IFR16340 3.2V 500mAh (Blue-white)[/size]

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Official specifications:
  • Brand: Soshine
  • Model: CR123-3.2-500
  • Charge: Standard 250mA, Rapid 500mA to 3.6V
  • Max Continuous Discharge: 0.5A, Cut-off 2.0V
  • Max Pluse Discharge: 1.5A
  • Charging Temperature: -20°C ~ 40°C (within 1 month)
  • Discharge Temperature: -20°C ~ 30°C (within 6 months)
  • Color: blue
  • Size: about 16 x 33mm/ 0.63in * 1.30in (D x H)

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This is a CR123 sizes LiFePO4 cell, these can often be used as rechargeable replacement for CR123 (See link at bottom).

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The two cell matches fairly well, but they are only 400mAh, not the rated 500mAh. Their current handling is very impressive.


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[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

This cell looks fairly good, but the capacity specification are to optimistic (LiFePO4 has lower capacity than normal LiIon cells).



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

CR123A and rechargeable substitutes

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
Comparison to other LiIon batteries
 
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