These tests below only note the ESTIMATED ratings for these batteries at the time I tested them. Any battery that is not a genuine Samsung, Sony, Murata, LG, Panasonic, Molicel, or Sanyo can change at any time! This is one of the hazards of using “rewrapped” or batteries from other manufacturers so carefully research any battery you are considering using before purchasing.
Misusing or mishandling lithium-ion batteries can pose a SERIOUS RISK of personal injury or property damage. They are not meant to be used outside of a protected battery pack. Never exceed the battery’s current rating and keep the plastic wrap and top insulating ring in perfect condition.
Testing batteries at their limits is dangerous and should never, ever, be attempted by anyone who has not thoroughly studied the dangers involved, understands the risks, has the proper equipment, and takes all appropriate safety precautions.
If the battery has only one current rating number, or if it only says "max", then I have to assume the battery is rated at that current level for any type of discharge, including continuous.
Bottom Line
This is a good performing cell with a big issue. The top contact metal is the thinnest I’ve seen and dents VERY easily. I am giving this cell a Do Not Buy Recommendation because that can be a safety issue. This includes the red Vapcell 25A 2600mAh rewrap of his cell too. A badly dented top contact can affect the top seal of the battery and/or prevent the venting disk under the top contact from working properly.
The H26’s 2600mAh capacity and decent internal resistance makes it sound like a competitor for the Sony VTC5A or VTC5D and indeed it does perform better than the Sony VTC5A and essentially identically to the Sony VTC5D. A real shame about the top contact!
I can’t find a datasheet anywhere to get the H26’s capacity rating but the two I tested delivered 2594mAh and 2597mAh at 520mA (0.2C) down to 2.5V. This is incredible consistency and is typical of cells from the big manufacturers. While the capacities I measured did not reach 2600mAh they are very close and the minimum capacity spec for the H26 is probably under 2600mAh. The cells I tested might have not been Grade A.
Without a datasheet I don’t know how LG rates them for continuous current discharges but it’s somewhere around 20A-25A in my opinion.
While this is a good performing cell I recommend not using it or the Vapcell G26 for vaping because of how easily the top contact gets dented (a safety hazard). If you decide to use the LG H26 or Vapcell G26 it’s at your own risk. Check the top contact every day! If the contact is denting then recycle and replace the cell. Never use a cell with a dented top or bottom contact.
Two cells were donated for the purposes of testing by Vapcell (www.vapcelltech.com). Thank you!
Continuous Current Discharge Graphs
Ratings Graphic
Performance Specs
- DC Internal Resistance = 15.6mOhms (milliohms) average for two cells.
- Total energy delivered down to 3.2V at 10A continuous = Not available
- Total energy delivered down to 3.2V at 20A continuous = Not available
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To see how other cells have tested check out this link: List of Battery Tests | E-Cigarette Forum
Misusing or mishandling lithium-ion batteries can pose a SERIOUS RISK of personal injury or property damage. They are not meant to be used outside of a protected battery pack. Never exceed the battery’s current rating and keep the plastic wrap and top insulating ring in perfect condition.
Testing batteries at their limits is dangerous and should never, ever, be attempted by anyone who has not thoroughly studied the dangers involved, understands the risks, has the proper equipment, and takes all appropriate safety precautions.
If the battery has only one current rating number, or if it only says "max", then I have to assume the battery is rated at that current level for any type of discharge, including continuous.
Bottom Line
This is a good performing cell with a big issue. The top contact metal is the thinnest I’ve seen and dents VERY easily. I am giving this cell a Do Not Buy Recommendation because that can be a safety issue. This includes the red Vapcell 25A 2600mAh rewrap of his cell too. A badly dented top contact can affect the top seal of the battery and/or prevent the venting disk under the top contact from working properly.
The H26’s 2600mAh capacity and decent internal resistance makes it sound like a competitor for the Sony VTC5A or VTC5D and indeed it does perform better than the Sony VTC5A and essentially identically to the Sony VTC5D. A real shame about the top contact!
I can’t find a datasheet anywhere to get the H26’s capacity rating but the two I tested delivered 2594mAh and 2597mAh at 520mA (0.2C) down to 2.5V. This is incredible consistency and is typical of cells from the big manufacturers. While the capacities I measured did not reach 2600mAh they are very close and the minimum capacity spec for the H26 is probably under 2600mAh. The cells I tested might have not been Grade A.
Without a datasheet I don’t know how LG rates them for continuous current discharges but it’s somewhere around 20A-25A in my opinion.
While this is a good performing cell I recommend not using it or the Vapcell G26 for vaping because of how easily the top contact gets dented (a safety hazard). If you decide to use the LG H26 or Vapcell G26 it’s at your own risk. Check the top contact every day! If the contact is denting then recycle and replace the cell. Never use a cell with a dented top or bottom contact.
Two cells were donated for the purposes of testing by Vapcell (www.vapcelltech.com). Thank you!
Continuous Current Discharge Graphs
Ratings Graphic
Performance Specs
- DC Internal Resistance = 15.6mOhms (milliohms) average for two cells.
- Total energy delivered down to 3.2V at 10A continuous = Not available
- Total energy delivered down to 3.2V at 20A continuous = Not available
I want to work for the vaping community full time! If you feel what I do is worth a couple dollars a month and you would like early access to battery availability and testing news and a say in what I test then please consider becoming a patron and supporting my testing efforts: Battery Mooch is creating battery tests and educating vapers | Patreon.
To see how other cells have tested check out this link: List of Battery Tests | E-Cigarette Forum