Test/review of Soshine IFR26650 3.2V 3200mAh (Pink)

Soshine IFR26650 3.2V 3200mAh (Pink)







Official specifications:

  • Battery Capacity (FastTech Tested): 3112.9 mAh

  • Battery Capacity (Mfg Rated): 3200 mAh

  • Battery Chemistry: LiFePO4

  • Battery Feature: Rechargeable

  • Battery Form Factor: 26650

  • Battery Rated Voltage: 3.2 V




A LiFePO4 26650 cell, generally this means 3.2V and low capacity.










The cells tracks fine. Compared to the usual LiIon the voltage is fairly low, but it stays mostly constant during discharge.







The cells is around 80°C at 30A, this is just at the limit.













A typical LiFePO4 charge curve.



Conclusion

The cells looks like good LiFePO4 cells, but a 4.2V LiIon cell in this size can have about double the energy.



Notes and links

How is the test done and how to read the charts
How is a protected LiIon battery constructed
More about button top and flat top batteries
Compare to 18650 and other batteries

i wonder why people buy this cell :question:

One reason can be lifetime. I did not find any specifications for this cell, but LiFePO4 can usual handle many more cycles than 4.2V LiIon.
Another reason can be the considerable higher self ignition temperature.

Or simple the device needs LiFe cells

For flashlights they are not good, mainly because the voltage doesnt match with what the LED needs without boost converter