"A" "B" and "C" grade cells?

[N/Apower]

How do you know what you're getting? I bought these Sanyo NCR 18650GA from Orbtronic. Does this "B" mean they are "B" Grade cells? If so, who can I trust not to sell me junk cells without disclosing it first? If not, what does the "B" mean?

 

[turbodog]

Probably came off line 'b' that day. If they are on spec for voltage and capacity then you are good. They meet a minimum spec to pass q/c.

 

[lightfooted]

Probably came off line 'b' that day. If they are on spec for voltage and capacity then you are good. They meet a minimum spec to pass q/c.

For all we know, the "B" is used internally to indicate a cell that was sold to a third party vendor and not directly by Sanyo with their own wrapping.

 

[john61ct]

What continent are you on?

 

[turbodog]

About the wrapping... due to the warning it looks like they were destined for retail. Cells in pre-assembled packs (laptops/etc) don't usually have consumer friendly warnings.

 

[MarioJP]

Re: "A" "B" and "C" grade cells?

I just received my 6 18650GA cells and i see the letter B on them. Out of package voltage was 3.5v on all 6 cells.

On the invoice, it did states: Due to strict regulations, the cells are shipped almost fully discharged and must charge before use.