Got a new charger-Miboxer C4-12, 4 slot X 3A/slot, total 12A output

Hmm, a bit odd Liitokala is rewrapping Panny GA’s. So if we assume it’s accurate we can look up the data sheet for that cell.

I found a more detailed data sheet here.

What is odd is that it doesn’t list a max safe charging rate like other brands. Other brands will list a low charge current rate for max battery life, a standard charge current and a max charge current.

For the Panasonic NCR19650GA it appears the highest they recommend is 1.67A. If we look at the Samsung 35E it shows a similar standard charge rate of 1.7A and a max of 2A. If we look at the LG MJ1 it shows a similar standard charge rate 1.7A, but a max of 3.4A. So it really does depend on the specific model and it’s chemistry.

You might be able to charge those GA’s at 2A and be fine, but 1.5A looks like the safest rate.

Also, I did a bit of digging and it is not known if the Liitokala lii-35A is actually a Panasonic GA. It may be a 35E or even an independent cell that has similar characteristics. Thread is here.

Have you ever discharged them to about 2.8v and then measured the capacity? We’re they close to about 3200-3300mah?