Suitable batteries.

[NickTs]

@NickTs
There are only a few companies in the world that have sufficient manufacturing clout to actually produce 168650 batteries, namely Sony Panasonic LG and Sanyo. These batteries have known and trusted performance with published specifications.

Then there are companies like Thrunite, Efest and many more who take the cast-offs from the these big players, place a nice new shiny wrap on them, write some highly exaggerated specs on the side and then sell them for a big mark up. They are the equivalent of a dodgy second hand car salesman.

The best advice I can give you is to completely avoid re-wraps, and buy your Sony LG or Panasonic branded cells from reputable vendors. If you are unsure if which one suits your needs just ask, and read through the material I suggested and educate yourself.

Appreciate it, thank you.

 

[Ed_C]

I think the one exception is AW. They seem to be reputable, but not as popular as they once where. But still probably a good source if you need 18490/18500s or 18350s.

 

[mongo74]

The HG2's are perfect for your intended usage, and indeed they are the 'chocolate browns'

 

[Joergl100]

But they are surely not "35A".

 

[mongo74]

But there are no true 35a batteries...even my HB6's are 30a.

 

[Topwater Elvis]

Yep, think I am gonna go for the LG HG2 18650 35A 3000mAh. Think this is the brown one, right?

LGHG2 is a 3000mah brown wrap battery, 20a CDR, not 35a.
The Samsung 30Q is another fine choice for a 3000mah cell.
AW 3000mah 20a
Sony VTC6 3000mah 19a

Only buy batteries from reputable vendors/dealers to avoid fake, counterfeit/re wrapped lesser quality cells.

I buy mine here ---> Batteries and Chargers

 

[Joergl100]

Except Enercig...which are selected cells.

EnerCig

 

[KenD]

Thanks for being so helpful, I should include more about the battery.

Features

• 3400mAh high capacity battery with outstanding performance Three sets of over-heat protection
• Built-in over-charge and over-discharge protection circuit ensure the max performance of the battery
• Unique structural design for better impact-resistant

Specifications

• Model: ThruNite T3400
• Capacity: 3400mAh
• Voltage: 3.6V
• Charging Current: Recommended 1A , Max 2A
• Discharge Current: 2C Discharge Current 7A
• Weight: 49g
• Size: Diameter 18.5 mm, Height 68.6mm

Appears to be protected batteries, meaning unsafe chemistry and low continuous discharge rating, along with the possibility that the batteries' protection clash with the mod's built in protection circuitry. Do not use for vaping.

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[mongo74]

There should be a stickied battery thread in the New Members forum with @Mooch's tests pinned at the top of the post.

 

[BrotherBob]

Hello all,
came by to find useful info on vaping related things and I was wondering about the suitability of my batteries. Currently I am using this mod
iStick TC60W | Wide Range of Batteries @ Eleafworld
and the battery is
ThruNite 18650 Battery 3400mAh*2
Is this battery suitable for my 18-22 Watts preferred vaping and for my mod?

Welcome and glad you joined.
Might like to read:
18650 Battery Buying Guide for Vapor Users – Wake and Vape Blog
(9) Battery Basics for Mods; the Ultimate Battery Guide | E-Cigarette Forum
(12) Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries - Part I | E-Cigarette Forum
Battery Safety: Will You Marry Me? - Mt Baker Vapor

 

[NickTs]

Welcome and glad you joined.
Might like to read:
18650 Battery Buying Guide for Vapor Users – Wake and Vape Blog
(9) Battery Basics for Mods; the Ultimate Battery Guide | E-Cigarette Forum
(12) Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries - Part I | E-Cigarette Forum
Battery Safety: Will You Marry Me? - Mt Baker Vapor

Great articles, with these my interest grew bigger. Thanks for sharing them.

 

[sofarsogood]

Hello all,

came by to find useful info on vaping related things and I was wondering about the suitability of my batteries. Currently I am using this mod

iStick TC60W | Wide Range of Batteries @ Eleafworld

and the battery is

ThruNite 18650 Battery 3400mAh*2

Is this battery suitable for my 18-22 Watts preferred vaping and for my mod?

The short answer is, if you have to ask you should only use the battery recommended by the manufacturer and you should buy it from a trusted source to be confident it is authentic and really has the rating claimed.