RS PRO 18650 3.7V 2600mAh Li-Ion Cell

Nothing is worse than finishing a project and having nothing to power it with, luckily there are a few options, such as solar energy, batteries, and mains power, to choose from. One of the popular options is rechargeable batteries and battery packs due to the various shapes, sizes, and how they allow you to make your projects portable. Some batteries also have the added benefit of being rechargeable which makes them vastly superior to single-use batteries as instead of having to replace the battery you only need to recharge it meaning one less battery goes into the rubbish.

This battery is manufactured by RS Components and is part of their RS Pro series. It provides 3.7V and has a capacity of 2.6Ah (2600mAh). As with other high-quality components from RS Components, there is more to this battery than meets the eye. To keep the battery in top shape and working for years it features internal PCB voltage protection which provides overcharge and discharge protection. One of the biggest benefits of this 18650, besides the high capacity and PCB protection, is the ability to recharge it when it runs low. Keeping multiple 18650s on hand means that you can keep making while the flat batteries are in the charger.  While the RS Pro 18650 is an incredibly versatile battery it is designed to function best in energy-intensive applications such as high-demand LED torches, and resource-intensive electronics.