{"product_id":"original-4pcs-molicel-p30b-18650-3000mah-40a-high-drain-cell-flat-button-top-for-vape-mech-mod-power-tools","title":"4-Pack Molicel P30B 18650 3000mAh 30A High-Drain Cell – Flat\/Button Top for Power Tools, Flashlights \u0026 RC","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eExperience the best of both worlds with the Molicel P30B – a rare 18650 cell that combines a substantial 3000mAh capacity with a true 30A continuous discharge. This 4-pack is the ultimate power upgrade for high-wattage , cordless power tools, FET-driven flashlights, and RC vehicles. Choose between flat top and button top to fit your specific device. With an ultra-low internal resistance of approximately 12mΩ, the P30B delivers minimal voltage sag and maximum punch, all while giving you more runtime than typical high-drain cells. When you need both endurance and extreme current, the P30B is the professional’s choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e3000mAh + 30A Balanced Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – The perfect sweet spot between high capacity and high drain. Enough energy for longer sessions, enough current for demanding builds and 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=\"\"\u003e30A True Continuous Discharge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Handles sub-ohm vaping, power tool start-up surges, and FET turbo flashlights without breaking a sweat. No pulsing, no guesswork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUltra-Low Internal Resistance (~12mΩ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Minimizes heat generation and voltage drop, ensuring consistent performance and longer cell life even under heavy loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlat Top \u0026amp; Button Top Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Flat top for spring-contact devices and spot-welding packs; button top for devices requiring a raised positive terminal. Versatility out of the box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e4-Pack Convenience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Ideal for dual-battery mods, replacing cells in a tool pack, or building a small high-current RC pack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMolicel Genuine Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Manufactured by one of the most trusted names in high-drain lithium cells, with rigorous testing and consistent batch performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eParameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMolicel INR-18650-P30B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eTypical Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e3000 mAh (0.2C discharge to 2.5V)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMinimum Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e2900 mAh\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=\"\"\u003e3.6 V (typical operating 3.7 V)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMax Continuous Discharge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e30 A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e (cell temperature ≤ 80°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMax Pulse Discharge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUp to 40 A (short burst, monitor temperature)\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=\"\"\u003e2.5 V (do not over-discharge)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eStandard Charge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCC-CV, 0.5C (1500 mA) to 4.2 V, cut-off 50 mA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMax Charge Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1C (3000 mA); fast charge above 1C requires temperature monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInternal Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e≤ 15 mΩ (typical ~12 mΩ, AC 1 kHz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCycle Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e≥ 250 cycles (to 80% capacity, 1C charge \/ 10A discharge)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOperating Temperature (Discharge)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e-20°C to 60°C (ensure adequate cooling for sustained 30A)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eTop Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlat Top or Button Top (please select)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDimensions (Flat Top)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eApprox. 18.4 mm diameter × 65.0 mm length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWeight (single cell)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eApprox. 48 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e4 × Molicel P30B 18650 cells in protective packaging (selected top type)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHigh-Power Vaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Mechanical mods and high-wattage regulated devices with sub-ohm builds (safely down to ~0.13Ω at 3.6V). The 3000mAh capacity provides noticeably longer vaping sessions compared to 2500-2600mAh cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCordless Power Tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Impact drivers, drills, and wrenches when used in properly built battery packs with a BMS. The 30A rating handles startup surges effortlessly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHigh-Output Flashlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: FET-driven or direct-drive hot-rod lights with turbo modes pulling 20–30A. Enjoy both extreme brightness and extended runtime.\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 Cars, Boats \u0026amp; Airsoft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Competitive models that need instant burst currents and benefit from the extra capacity for longer play.\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 High-Current Projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Spot welders, portable jump starters, and any application where balanced capacity and current matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNot Recommended For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUltra-Long Runtime Low-Power Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: If your device draws less than 5A continuously, a 3500mAh high-capacity cell (e.g., Panasonic NCR18650GA) will provide longer runtime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eStandard USB Power Banks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: The high-current capability is wasted; a cheaper high-capacity cell is more suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDevices with Extremely Tight Battery Compartments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Button top versions add slight length; verify fit before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ: What makes the P30B special compared to other high-drain cells?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Most high-drain 18650s sacrifice capacity for current (e.g., 2600mAh for 35A). The P30B gives you a genuine 30A while keeping 3000mAh, meaning you don’t have to choose between power and runtime. It’s the ideal “all-day” high-performance cell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ: Can I use this for vaping? What resistance is safe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Yes, the P30B is excellent for mechanical mods and regulated high-wattage devices. With a 30A continuous limit and 3.6V nominal, it can safely fire builds down to approximately 0.13Ω, leaving a comfortable safety margin. Always calculate your actual current using Ohm’s law.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ: Should I choose flat top or button top?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Flat top is the standard for most spring-loaded flashlights, chargers, and for spot-welding battery packs. Button top is needed for some devices that require a raised positive contact for reverse-polarity protection or specific battery holders. Check your device’s requirements before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ: Is this battery protected?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: No, the P30B is an unprotected cell, which is standard for high-drain applications to allow full current flow. Your device must have its own low-voltage protection, or you must use an external BMS when building multi-cell packs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ: How should I store these cells long-term?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA: Store at 3.6–3.7V (about 40–50% charge) in a cool, dry place inside a non-conductive case. Avoid storing fully charged or fully discharged for weeks or months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Molicel","offers":[{"title":"Flat Top","offer_id":51454194745590,"sku":"OAS900","price":29.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Button Top","offer_id":51454194778358,"sku":"OAS901","price":29.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/2753\/6886\/files\/molicel-p30b-18650-3000mah-40a-battery-front_f3ee7cb6-6af4-45dd-ba21-3870c7862d1e.webp?v=1786967335","url":"https:\/\/oneandes.com\/products\/original-4pcs-molicel-p30b-18650-3000mah-40a-high-drain-cell-flat-button-top-for-vape-mech-mod-power-tools","provider":"OneAndes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}