Test/review of Murata US18650VTC4 2100mAh (Green)

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[size=+3]Murata US18650VTC4 2100mAh (Green)[/size]

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Official specifications:
  • Nominal capacity: 2100mAh
  • Rated capacity: 2000mAh
  • Nominal voltage: 3.7V
  • Cycle life: 600 cycles to 60% at 10A discharge.

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This is a rather old cell, I have a datasheet from 2012 (Sony brand), but this cell has obvious been manufactured after Murata bought Sonys LiIon cell division.
It is designed for high current.

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The two cells matches very well. The capacity is not that high compared to modern cells, but it can deliver a lot of current.

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[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

This is a very good cell for high current, but not the only 18650, some 2600mAh can also deliver this much current.



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

The batteries was supplied by Vapcell for review.

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