Test/review of TrustFire IMR18650 3000mAh (Red-gold) 2019

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[size=+3]TrustFire IMR18650 3000mAh (Red-gold) 2019[/size]

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Official specifications:
  • Rechargeable 18650
  • It has no memory effect
  • Supports up to 1000 recharges
  • Protection against short-circuit and overload
  • Capacity 3000mAh 3.7V Li-ion
  • 6,7 x 1,8cm (diameter x height)

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These 18650 batteries are directly from Trustfire and rated for very high current with a decent capacity.

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The two cells matches fairly well and can deliver some current, but at high current they get rather hot.

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[size=+3]Conclusion[/size]

The batteries are good, but cannot deliver anywhere near the rated 50A, it is more like 10-15A continuous.



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

The batteries was supplied by Trustfire for review.

How is the test done and how to read the charts
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