{"product_id":"18500-battery-3-7v-2000mah-3c-10pcs-flat-top-button-top-nickel-tabs-protected","title":"18500 Battery 3.7V 2000mAh 3C 10-Pack – Flat Top, Button Top, Nickel Tabs \u0026 Protected Top Li-ion Rechargeable Cells for Flashlights, Power Tools, DIY Battery Packs","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe 18500 3.7V 2000mAh is a high-drain lithium-ion cell designed for flashlights, power tools, and DIY battery packs, featuring a nominal capacity of 2000mAh, 7.40Wh of energy, and a 3C discharge rate (approximately 6A continuous). Built on lithium cobalt oxide\/ternary chemistry, it offers a stable discharge platform, balancing capacity and power output—a practical and reliable choice in the 18500 format.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis product is available in four configurations to suit different project connection and protection needs. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlat Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(approx. 50mm height) has a standard flat terminal, suitable for spot-welding assembly or compact battery compartments. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eButton Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(approx. 52mm height) features a protruding terminal, fitting spring-loaded devices. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNickel Tabs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eversion (approx. 52mm height) comes with attached metal tabs, ideal for direct spot-welding into battery packs. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProtected Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eversion (approx. 53mm height) includes built-in protection circuitry, suitable for single-cell use without a BMS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe 10-pack format caters to multi-device users and bulk spares. Full capacity, no false ratings—quality guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e2000mAh Full Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Actual capacity meets specifications with no false ratings, meeting the daily power needs of flashlights and power tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e3C Discharge Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Approximately 6A continuous discharge, supporting stable operation of medium-power devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e7.40Wh Energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: 3.7V × 2000mAh, providing ample energy reserves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFour Configuration Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Flat top, button top, nickel tabs, and protected top for different assembly and usage scenarios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eStable Discharge Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Steady voltage under load—no dropouts or flickering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e10-Pack Bulk Packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Ideal for multi-device users, repair replacements, and DIY projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eParameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLi-ion Rechargeable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e18500 (approx. 18mm diameter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNominal Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e2000mAh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e3.7V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eEnergy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e7.40Wh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDischarge Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e3C (~6A)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCharge Cut-off Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e4.2V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDischarge Cut-off Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e2.75V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eVersion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlat Top (50mm) \/ Button Top (52mm) \/ Nickel Tabs (52mm) \/ Protected Top (53mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePack Quantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e10-Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlashlights and portable lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Suitable for compact flashlights and headlamps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePower tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Medium-power tool battery pack assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRC toys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Remote controls and small RC devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSolar lights and small electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Solar garden lights and small electronic products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDIY battery packs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Custom pack assembly and repair replacements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ1: What is the capacity of this battery?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: The nominal capacity is 2000mAh with 7.40Wh of energy—full capacity with no false ratings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ2: What does a 3C discharge rate mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: A 3C discharge rate means the maximum continuous discharge current is approximately 6A (2000mAh × 3C), suitable for medium-power devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ3: What are the differences between flat top, button top, nickel tabs, and protected top? Which should I choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Flat top (50mm) suits spot-welding assembly or compact battery compartments. Button top (52mm) fits spring-loaded devices with more reliable contact. Nickel tabs (52mm) come with attached metal tabs for direct spot-welding into packs. Protected top (53mm) includes built-in protection circuitry, suitable for single-cell use without a BMS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ4: Does this battery have a protection circuit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Flat top, button top, and nickel tabs versions are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eunprotected bare cells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand must be used with a BMS or protected devices. The protected top version includes built-in protection circuitry, suitable for standalone single-cell use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ5: How should I charge it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Use CC-CV (constant current, constant voltage) charging with a cut-off voltage of 4.2V. Use a charger specifically designed for Li-ion cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ6: How should I store the 10-pack?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Store in a cool, dry place at approximately 40%–60% state of charge, using insulating protective cases to prevent short circuits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OneAndes","offers":[{"title":"Flat Top","offer_id":51659721343222,"sku":"Oneandes67","price":43.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Button Top","offer_id":51659721375990,"sku":"Oneandes68","price":44.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nickel Tabs","offer_id":51659721408758,"sku":"Oneandes69","price":44.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Protected Top","offer_id":51659721441526,"sku":"Oneandes70","price":46.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/2753\/6886\/files\/18500-battery-3-7v-2000mah-3c-10pcs-button-top-main.webp?v=1789638259","url":"https:\/\/oneandes.com\/products\/18500-battery-3-7v-2000mah-3c-10pcs-flat-top-button-top-nickel-tabs-protected","provider":"OneAndes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}