Test/Review of AW IMR18490 1200mAh (Red)

AW IMR18490 1200mAh (Red)



Official specifications:

  • 1200 mAh
  • Voltage: 3.7V
  • Peak Voltage: 4.2V
  • Dimensions: 18D x 49H mm (+/- 0.5mm)




High current 18490 (Same as 18500) from AW, the 15C means 15*1200mA -> 18A, as can be seen below it is probably a bit to high.










The cells are not maches perfectly for capacity, but acceptable. The 10A trace looks fine, 15A is a rather high load for the cell and 20A is too high.















Conclusion

The cells has fairly good performance, but compared to other 18490/18500 cells it is nothing special.



Notes and links

How is the test done and how to read the charts
How is a protected LiIon battery constructed
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Compare to 18650 and other batteries