Test/review of GIF TR16340 2500mAh (Gray)

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[size=+3]GIF TR16340 2500mAh (Gray)[/size]

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Official specifications:
  • Type: GIF 16340
  • Voltage: 3.7V
  • Capacity: 2500mAh
  • Chemistry: Li-ion
  • Rechargeable: Yes
  • Color: Gray
  • Size(L*D): About 35*17mm

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In the store the image and heading shows a GTF battery, but the received battery is marked GIF (I would not expect any difference).

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The battery is about 10 times below the rated capacity and there is significant difference between the two cells.

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This IR curve is for the best of the two batteries.



[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

It is a very bad battery.



[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
Graphical comparison to other LiIon batteries
Table with all tested LiIon batteries
 
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