{"product_id":"panasonic-ncr18650-b-3400mah-flat-top-li-ion-battery-2-pack-with-xtar-mc2-usb-charger-high-capacity-long-run-power-for-flashlights-radios-outdoor-gear","title":"Panasonic NCR18650-B 3400mAh Flat Top Li-ion Battery 2-Pack with XTAR MC2 USB Charger – High-Capacity Long-Run Power for Flashlights, Radios \u0026 Outdoor Gear","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:25;155-179\"\u003eWhat's in This Bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-9:54;181-317\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:45;181-225\"\u003e2x Panasonic NCR18650B, 3,400mAh, Flat Top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"8:1-8:38;226-263\"\u003e1x XTAR MC2 dual-slot USB-C charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:54;264-317\"\u003e1x USB-C charging cable (included with the charger)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:235;319-553\"\u003eA ready-to-go starter kit for anyone who needs two matched, genuine high-capacity 18650 cells and a compact way to charge them — no separate charger purchase, no guessing whether a charger you already own is a safe, appropriate match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:167;555-721\"\u003eFlat Top is the NCR18650B's native factory configuration — this is the standard terminal style Panasonic manufactures the cell in, not a converted or adapted version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:167;555-721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis listing is for Flat Top. Looking for Button Top? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oneandes.com\/product\/panasonic-ncr18650-b-3400mah-button-top-li-ion-battery-2-pack-with-xtar-mc2-dual-slot-usb-charger-high-capacity-power-bundle-for-flashlights-vapes\/\"\u003eClick here to buy: Panasonic NCR18650B Button Top + XTAR MC2 Bundle.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:32;723-754\"\u003eWhy This Pairing Makes Sense\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:700;756-1455\"\u003eThe NCR18650B is one of the highest-capacity mainstream 18650 cells available, and it earned its reputation in laptop battery packs and early EV applications (Tesla's original Model S packs used this cell) before becoming a favorite for flashlights, laptop-style DIY packs, and other builds where capacity matters far more than burst current. Flat Top is the standard terminal type for most current devices — DIY packs, general electronics, and equipment that doesn't rely on spring-loaded contacts. Buying two cells together as a matched pair means you're starting with cells from a similar batch, which matters for anything that runs cells in series or expects consistent performance between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:254;1457-1710\"\u003eThe XTAR MC2 pairs well here because it charges both slots at a full 1A simultaneously, with no current-splitting trade-off for using both bays at once. It's a genuinely portable charger that doesn't ask you to sacrifice charge speed for its small size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"21:1-21:39;1712-1750\"\u003ePanasonic NCR18650B — Battery Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"23:1-36:37;1752-2288\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePanasonic NCR18650B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3,400mAh typical (3,200mAh minimum rated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3.6V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMax Charge Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.2V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStandard Charge Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1.625A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDischarge Cutoff Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2.5V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMax Continuous Discharge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.875A per Panasonic's own spec sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDischarge Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e-20°C to 60°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTerminal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlat Top (native factory configuration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProtection Circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone (unprotected cell)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~45-47g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCell Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~18.3mm x 65mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"38:1-38:425;2290-2714\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on discharge current claims:\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll see this cell advertised elsewhere at 6.7A or 6.8A continuous. That figure doesn't match Panasonic's own published spec sheet, which lists 4.875A as the maximum continuous discharge rating. This is a genuine high-capacity, moderate-drain cell — not a high-drain one — and it's worth knowing that going in, especially if you're comparing it to cells like the Samsung 30Q or 25R.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"38:1-38:425;2290-2714\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis listing is for Flat Top. For Button Top,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oneandes.com\/product\/panasonic-ncr18650-b-3400mah-button-top-li-ion-battery-2-pack-with-xtar-mc2-dual-slot-usb-charger-high-capacity-power-bundle-for-flashlights-vapes\/\"\u003e click here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"40:1-40:28;2716-2743\"\u003eXTAR MC2 — Charger Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"42:1-55:91;2745-3690\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eType-C, 5V⎓2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCharging Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1A per slot — both slots simultaneously, no splitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCharging Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3-stage charging (trickle → constant current → constant voltage), 2 independent slots with automatic detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEnd-of-Charge Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.2V ±0.05V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEnd-of-Charge Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u0026lt;130mA cutoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e0°C to 40°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eL103mm x W53mm x H30mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e54g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCompatible Cell Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17335, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22650, 25500, 26650 (3.6V\/3.7V Li-ion), including protected 21700 cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eExtra Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\"0V\" activation technology — can recover some over-discharged cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGreen = standby\/fully charged, Red = charging, Off\/unlit = reverse polarity or abnormal insertion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eReverse polarity protection, short-circuit protection, 3-stage charge control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"57:1-57:317;3692-4008\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA realistic note on charge time:\u003c\/strong\u003e the MC2's 1A per slot is actually a bit below the NCR18650B's own standard charge current of 1.625A, so expect a full charge in roughly 4-4.5 hours rather than Panasonic's faster reference time — slower, but well within a safe range, and the trade-off for a charger this compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"59:1-59:37;4010-4046\"\u003eWhere the NCR18650B Actually Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"61:1-64:93;4048-4434\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"61:1-61:109;4048-4156\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-capacity flashlights run at low-to-moderate output\u003c\/strong\u003e — long runtime is the whole point of this cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"62:1-62:89;4157-4245\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaptop-style and general electronics packs\u003c\/strong\u003e — its original and most common use case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"63:1-63:96;4246-4341\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower banks and backup power builds\u003c\/strong\u003e where energy density matters more than discharge rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"64:1-64:93;4342-4434\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-drain DIY electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e that won't come close to demanding more than 4.875A per cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"66:1-66:261;4436-4696\"\u003eNot the right choice for sub-ohm  high-output flashlights on turbo, or power tools — this cell's discharge ceiling is meaningfully lower than dedicated high-drain cells like the 30Q, 25R, or 20R. If that's your use case, look at one of those instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"68:1-68:48;4698-4745\"\u003eThings Worth Knowing Before You Use This Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"70:1-73:224;4747-5529\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"70:1-70:158;4747-4904\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is an unprotected cell.\u003c\/strong\u003e The charger enforces its own voltage and current cutoffs, but your device still needs to handle discharge-side protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"71:1-71:214;4905-5118\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDon't mix these cells with older ones you already own\u003c\/strong\u003e, even if they're also NCR18650B. Pairing cells from different ages or usage histories in a series\/parallel setup can cause imbalanced charging over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"72:1-72:187;5119-5305\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Top won't work in devices that specifically require Button Top cells\u003c\/strong\u003e — check your device's battery compartment before ordering if you're not sure which terminal type it needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"73:1-73:224;5306-5529\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDon't put these in a high-drain device.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 4.875A ceiling is a real limit — pushing this cell toward the 6-7A figures sometimes advertised elsewhere risks excess heat and accelerated wear, not just reduced performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"75:1-75:30;5531-5560\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"77:1-78:201;5562-5828\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this charger handle the NCR18650B's full capacity safely?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The MC2's 1A per slot is a safe rate for this cell, even though it's a bit under Panasonic's own 1.625A standard charge current — expect roughly 4-4.5 hours for a full charge, both cells at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"80:1-81:234;5830-6144\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do different sellers list different max discharge ratings for this cell?\u003c\/strong\u003e Panasonic's own datasheet lists 4.875A as the maximum continuous discharge current. Some listings advertise 6.7A or 6.8A, which doesn't match that primary source — treat the higher figures with caution rather than as confirmed specs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"83:1-84:318;6146-6506\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Flat Top cells work in my device?\u003c\/strong\u003e If your device uses spring-loaded, flat, or magnetic-style contacts without a raised positive terminal requirement, Flat Top is the correct choice — and it's how Panasonic manufactures this cell natively. If your device specifically calls for Button Top (a raised positive terminal), you'll want that version instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"86:1-87:195;6508-6756\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I charge two different battery sizes at once?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the MC2's two slots operate independently with automatic size and chemistry detection, so you could charge one 18650 and a differently-sized cell (like a 21700) at the same time if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"89:1-90:152;6758-6952\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this kit protected-cell compatible?\u003c\/strong\u003e The MC2 supports protected 21700 cells if you use it for those later. The Panasonic NCR18650B cells included in this bundle are unprotected bare cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"92:1-93:249;6954-7248\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the \"0V activation\" feature do?\u003c\/strong\u003e It lets the charger attempt a slow, controlled charge on cells drained deep enough that a standard charger would refuse to recognize them at all. It won't save every over-discharged cell, but it can recover some that would otherwise be written off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"97:1-97:233;7255-7487\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn stock now.\u003c\/strong\u003e This bundle ships as a matched pair of genuine Panasonic NCR18650B Flat Top cells with a verified XTAR MC2 charger — ready for high-capacity flashlights, power banks, and other moderate-drain builds out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"97:1-97:233;7255-7487\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAuthentic Panasonic Cells – sourced from official distributors. No rewraps, no fakes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFast \u0026amp; Tracked Shipping (US\/EU\/UK\/AU\/CA).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Panasonic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51454216110326,"sku":"OAS1677","price":20.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/2753\/6886\/files\/panasonic-b-flat-2pack-mc2-hero_cb948807-64e6-4088-a841-97fd9db8904b.webp?v=1786968326","url":"https:\/\/oneandes.com\/products\/panasonic-ncr18650-b-3400mah-flat-top-li-ion-battery-2-pack-with-xtar-mc2-usb-charger-high-capacity-long-run-power-for-flashlights-radios-outdoor-gear","provider":"OneAndes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}