These cells were donated for testing by Origin vape (www.originvape.com). To prevent any confusion with the eGo-type "batteries", I use the term "cell" here to refer to a single 18650, 26650, etc.
Disclaimer
The statements, conclusions, and recommendations I make based on these tests are only my personal opinion. Carefully research any battery you are considering using before purchasing.
Testing cells at their limits is dangerous and should never, ever, be attempted by anyone who has not thoroughly studied the dangers involved and how to minimize them.
A note regarding current ratings and my testing
If the cell has only one current rating number on it, or if it says "max discharging current" then I have to assume that the company is stating that the cell can be discharged at that current level in any way, including continuously.
Bottom Line
This pink-colored version of the HB6 is a great 30A continuous, 1500mAh battery that outperforms the older ivory HB6 in voltage and capacity. Both the new pink HB6 and new mustard HB4 have a similar increase in performance over their older versions. The pink HB6 equals the VTC4's starting pulse voltage but due to the HB6's lower capacity that voltage starts dropping faster.
A lot of people ask where they can buy the batteries I test. These were donated for testing by Origin Vape (www.originvape.com).
Continuous-Current Test Results
Pulsed-Current Test Results
These tests are done to show the performance of the cell at higher pulsed current levels. If you are running your mod at these levels be aware that you risk overheating, and possibly venting of, the battery if there is a malfunction or accidental pressing of your mechanical mod's button.
Comparison between the ivory HB6 and the pink HB6
Comments
To see how other cells have tested and how hard you can safely push them, check out these links:
List of Battery Tests | E-Cigarette Forum
18350 Safety Grades and Pulse Performance Data | E-Cigarette Forum
18650 Battery Ratings -- Picking a Safe Battery to Vape With | E-Cigarette Forum
26650 Safety Grades and Pulse Performance Data | E-Cigarette Forum
Disclaimer
The statements, conclusions, and recommendations I make based on these tests are only my personal opinion. Carefully research any battery you are considering using before purchasing.
Testing cells at their limits is dangerous and should never, ever, be attempted by anyone who has not thoroughly studied the dangers involved and how to minimize them.
A note regarding current ratings and my testing
If the cell has only one current rating number on it, or if it says "max discharging current" then I have to assume that the company is stating that the cell can be discharged at that current level in any way, including continuously.
Bottom Line
This pink-colored version of the HB6 is a great 30A continuous, 1500mAh battery that outperforms the older ivory HB6 in voltage and capacity. Both the new pink HB6 and new mustard HB4 have a similar increase in performance over their older versions. The pink HB6 equals the VTC4's starting pulse voltage but due to the HB6's lower capacity that voltage starts dropping faster.
A lot of people ask where they can buy the batteries I test. These were donated for testing by Origin Vape (www.originvape.com).
Continuous-Current Test Results
Pulsed-Current Test Results
These tests are done to show the performance of the cell at higher pulsed current levels. If you are running your mod at these levels be aware that you risk overheating, and possibly venting of, the battery if there is a malfunction or accidental pressing of your mechanical mod's button.
Comparison between the ivory HB6 and the pink HB6
Comments
- At 10A continuous it reached about 1425mAh. This is fantastic performance for a 1500mAh-rated cell operating at 10A so I am rating this cell at 1500mAh.
- At 15A continuous the temperature rose to 56°C. This is significantly below the average temperature for a cell operating at its continuous discharge rating (CDR).
- At 20A continuous the temperature rose to 64°C. This is still a lot below the average temperature for a cell operating at its CDR.
- At 25A continuous the temperature rose to 71°C. This is a few degrees below the average temperature for a cell operating at its CDR, indicating that we're discharging near the cell's rating.
- At 30A continuous the temperature rose to 76°C. This is just below the average temperature for a cell operating at its CDR.
- At 35A continuous the temperature rose to 83°C. This is the upper limit for the average temperature of a cell operating at its CDR.
- At 40A and 45A continuous the temperature rose to 89°C and 93°C. These temperatures are too high to set either of these current levels as the CDR.
- I have included pulsed discharges but I haven't set pass/fail standards for pulse testing yet. The discharges were done at 5sec on/30sec off, down to 2.5V. One chart shows the entire discharge at each level. The other chart is zoomed in to show the first 5 minutes to make it easier to see the voltage sag at different current levels.
To see how other cells have tested and how hard you can safely push them, check out these links:
List of Battery Tests | E-Cigarette Forum
18350 Safety Grades and Pulse Performance Data | E-Cigarette Forum
18650 Battery Ratings -- Picking a Safe Battery to Vape With | E-Cigarette Forum
26650 Safety Grades and Pulse Performance Data | E-Cigarette Forum
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