Test/review of Soshine CR2 LiFePO4 400mAh (Black)

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[size=+3]Soshine CR2 LiFePO4 400mAh (Black)[/size]

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Official specifications:
  • Battery Capacity (Mfg Rated): 400 mAh
  • Battery Chemistry: LiFePO4
  • Battery Feature: Rechargeable
  • Battery Form Factor: 15266
  • Battery Rated Voltage: 3.0 V

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A CR2 sizes LiIon battery with LiFePO4 chemistry (i.e. 3.2V).

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The cells are not perfectly matches and only have about half the rated capacity, but the voltage is higher than printed on the cell (As expected).


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These small cells do have have time to get really hot during discharge.

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On this curve is is easier to see that this type of cell has a fairly constant voltage, until they are empty.

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[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

The cells are not very impressive, but I do not know if there are better CR2 sized cells on the market.


[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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