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Steel-shell 18650 Battery Pack

Explore Steel-shell 18650 Battery Packs, engineered with cell configurations for enhanced voltage and reliable output. Ideal for portable electronics, industrial instruments, medical devices, and security systems, these battery packs combine high energy density with stable performance. Designed for efficiency and longevity, iRay energy offers robust solutions tailored for your specific power needs.

FAQs

What are the advantages of steel-shell 18650 cells compared to pouch cells?

Steel-shell 18650 cells have better dimensional consistency, making them more suitable for automated production. They also perform more stably under high-temperature and high-current discharge conditions, making them ideal for battery packs that require high consistency.

A single 18650 cell typically has a capacity of 2000–3500mAh. When configured as a 3S multi-parallel pack, the total capacity can range from 2Ah to over 30Ah. For example: 3S1P (2200mAh–3500mAh), 3S4P (8Ah–14Ah), 3S8P (16Ah–28Ah). The configuration can be customized based on the device’s endurance requirements.

They are mainly used in drones, industrial handheld terminals, medical instruments, electric toys, portable power supplies, outdoor lighting, and security monitoring equipment.

The battery pack is equipped with a built-in protection circuit (PCM/BMS), providing overcharge, over-discharge, overcurrent, short-circuit, and temperature protection. Additionally, the steel shell offers extra mechanical protection, reducing the risk of thermal runaway and external damage.

In some 12V applications, they can replace 12V lead-acid batteries, offering lighter weight, higher energy density, and longer cycle life. However, device compatibility must be confirmed, especially regarding the voltage range (Li-ion: 9–12.6V, lead-acid: 10.5–13.5V).

It is recommended to choose manufacturers with strict quality management systems (ISO9001/ISO13485), certified by UN38.3, IEC62133, UL, etc. The supplier should also be capable of providing cell consistency matching, reliable welding and packaging, and comprehensive customization services.