Will the 21-70 Battery (a.k.a. 21700) Replace 18650?

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Some test results, at 20A, 30A, and 35A, for the Samsung INR21700-30T can be found here:

http://www.mountainprophet.de/forum/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=952&sid=2cc2ee9ac938b85f5ecec01273ccb428

In this mini test, it was compared to a Sony 18650 VTC5A and a Sanyo 20700B.

HKJ has posted his more thorough test of the Samsung INR21700-30T:

Test/review of Samsung INR21700-30T 3000mAh (Gray)

Samsung INR21700-30T 3000mAh (Gray) [image] Official specifications: Standard discharge capacity: min. 3000mAh (1.5A charge 0.1A cut-off, 0.6A discharge, 2.5V cut-off) Rated discharge capacity: min. 2650mAh (4A charge 0.1A cut-off, 10A discharge, 2.5V cut-off) Nominal voltage: 3.6V Charge voltage: 4.2V Standard charge: 1.5A charge 0.1A cut-off Rated charge: 4A charge 0.1A cut-off Max. continuoys discharge: 35A at 25°C Discharge cut-off voltage: 2.5V Cycle life: 250 c…

An impressive battery at high currents.