Bench Retest Results: Molicel P30B - 30A 3000mAh 18650
- By Mooch
- Batteries and Chargers
- 12 Replies
Looking forward to seeing your update!1) On my SkyRC MC3000, I'm right now doing a batch of 5 C>D cycles according to the datasheet (CC charging up to 4.2V and then CV charging until current drops to 60mA, then discharging down to 2.5V, initially at 2A charging and 1A discharging), and so far with the first cycle completed, the batteries have registered capacities of 2.822, 2.824, 2.878 and 2.822 Ah respectively, ditto energies of 10.16, 10.17, 10.35 and 10.16 Wh. These are all below the minimuns of 2900 mAh and 10.4 Wh specified in Molicel's datasheet (and those are at a much higher 3A discharge). Let's see if the situation improves with further cycles.
2) Additionaly, following the guidance on Molicel's website, I sent them an email with photos and purchase data, and will report here if/when I hear back from them.
Will keep this thread posted, hope I'm not abusing y'all's time and patience.
How did you previously test/calibrate the MC3000? Many slot chargers are off a bit with their capacity testing.