Test/review of BestFire IMR18350 1100mAh (Purple)

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[size=+3]BestFire IMR18350 1100mAh (Purple)[/size]

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Official specifications:
  • Battery Capacity (FastTech Tested): 729.7 mAh
  • Battery Capacity (Mfg Rated): 1100 mAh
  • Battery Chemistry: Li-MP
  • Battery Feature: Rechargeable
  • Battery Form Factor: 18350
  • Battery Rated Voltage: 3.7 V

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A 18350, rated for high capacity by manufacturer, but rated lower by shop. It is also rated for very high current drai.

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The discharge curves are nice with good tracking and fairly constant capacity at around 700mAh, the cell can deliver 7A, not the rated 30A.

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[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

For a 700mAh high current cell it is good, but the specifications on the cell has nothing with reality to do.



[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
Comparison to other LiIon batteries
 
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