Battery nomenclature
The letters and numbers in the code indicate the number of cells, cell chemistry, shape, dimensions, the number of parallel paths in the assembled battery and any modifying letters
How to Read Lithium Battery Numbers
Learn how to decode lithium battery numbers, including chemistry codes, capacity, voltage, and
A Comprehensive Guide to Cylindrical Lithium-Ion
First and Second Digits: These digits represent the diameter of the cell in millimeters. For example, “18” indicates an 18mm diameter.
Lithium Battery Sizes Guide: Chart & Dimensions (2026)
Why do some lithium battery sizes end in ''0''? In the five-digit code (like 18650), the ''0'' at the end simply tells the manufacturer that the cell is cylindrical.
Decoding Battery Cell Numbers of Cylindrical Cells
These numbers are more than just labels; they provide specific details about the physical dimensions of the cells, which in turn influence the battery''s performance, energy
Understanding Different Lithium Battery Sizes: A Comprehensive
Cylindrical lithium-ion batteries are typically represented by five digits; the first two digits refer to cell diameter, the third and fourth digits indicate physical length, and the fifth digit
Meaning of Codes on Lithium Batteries
The numbers on a lithium battery provide important information about the battery''s dimensions or capacity. For Cylindrical Batteries (e.g., 18650): The numbers refer to the battery''s physical size.
A Comprehensive Guide to Cylindrical Lithium-Ion Cells
First and Second Digits: These digits represent the diameter of the cell in millimeters. For example, “18” indicates an 18mm diameter. Third and Fourth Digits: These digits denote
Li-ion battery model name and the meaning of the letters and numbers
IEC61960 stipulates the rules for cylindrical batteries as follows:Cylindrical lithium-ion battery with 3 letters followed by 5 numbers. 3 letters, I means built-in lithium ion, L means
Battery nomenclature
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Complete Cylindrical Li-ion Battery Guide: Understand IEC61960
This guide explains cylindrical Li-ion battery markings based on IEC61960, including the meaning of letters, dimension codes, prismatic vs cylindrical cells, and practical
Meaning of Codes on Lithium Batteries
The numbers on a lithium battery provide important information about the battery''s dimensions or capacity. For Cylindrical Batteries (e.g., 18650):
What Do the Numbers on a Battery Mean?
The ''CR'' prefix often seen on small coin cells, such as the CR2032, indicates a Lithium Manganese Dioxide chemistry and a round shape, with the numbers specifying the
Decoding Battery Cell Numbers of Cylindrical Cells
These numbers are more than just labels; they provide specific details about the physical dimensions of the cells, which in turn
Li-ion battery model name and the meaning of the letters and
IEC61960 stipulates the rules for cylindrical batteries as follows:Cylindrical lithium-ion battery with 3 letters followed by 5 numbers. 3 letters, I means built-in lithium ion, L means
How to Read Lithium Battery Numbers
Learn how to decode lithium battery numbers, including chemistry codes, capacity, voltage, and configurations for informed usage.