NCR18650GA — 18650 lithium-ion cell
Panasonic NCR18650GA: 3,450 mAh typical (3,350 mAh minimum), 3.6 V nominal, 8 A maximum continuous discharge per Panasonic, 49.5 g max with tube, 12.4 Wh typical, 698 Wh/L and 240 Wh/kg bare cell. Panasonic's high-energy 18650.
Specification
NCR18650GA parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Model | NCR18650GA |
| Form factor | 18650 |
| Chemistry | NCA |
| Nominal voltage | 3.6 V |
| Typical capacity | 3,450 mAh |
| Discharge current | 10 A |
About the Panasonic NCR18650GA 18650 Li-ion Cell 3,450 mAh
The NCR18650GA is Panasonic's high-energy 18650: 3,450 mAh typical, 3,350 mAh minimum, 12.4 Wh per cell and 240 Wh/kg at the bare cell. Panasonic's own mobility data gives 8 A maximum continuous discharge — a figure many resellers inflate to 10 A, which is worth knowing when you are setting BMS limits.
Why pack builders specify it
- 3,450 mAh typical and 12.4 Wh, among the highest energy figures available in 18650
- 698 Wh/L volumetric and 240 Wh/kg gravimetric at the bare cell
- Panasonic NNP electrode technology with HRL heat-resistance layer for safety margin
- Stable performance across a wide discharge-rate and temperature range, per Panasonic mobility data
Typical applications
- E-bikes and pedelecs – Panasonic lists e-bike and pedelec among its cylindrical Li-ion applications
- UPS and backup power – High energy density in a standardised holder with long service life
- Professional power and garden tools – Listed by Panasonic among primary cylindrical applications
- Portable terminals and GPS devices – Panasonic names portable POS terminals and GPS devices explicitly
- Medical carts and monitors – Where long runtime and a stable discharge curve matter more than peak current
Where it fits
Use the GA where stored energy per cell is the constraint and current stays at or under 8 A. The BD trades 270 mAh for a longer cycle life and no SOH management. Above 8 A continuous, neither Panasonic cell is the right choice — look at the Molicel P-series.
Charging and pack integration
Charge CC-CV to 4.2 V within the current limits listed above and stop discharge at 2.5 V. These are unprotected industrial cells: a BMS or protection circuit is required, interconnects must be resistance or laser welded rather than soldered, and cells of different model, batch or state of charge must not be mixed in one pack. Charging below 0 °C is not permitted unless the pack implements a low-temperature charge strategy.
Certifications and documentation
UN38.3, MSDS, IEC 62133-2, CE, RoHS, REACH, PSE, KC. UN38.3 test summary, MSDS and the cell specification are available on request.
Packaging
| Quantity per box | 180 pcs |
|---|---|
| Gross weight per box | 9.8 kg |
| Box dimensions | 390 × 210 × 180 mm |
Specification basis: Official Panasonic data.
Questions about this cell
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Other 18650 cells to quote against
| Model | Brand | Capacity | Discharge | Data sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INR18650-M35A | Molicel | 3,450 mAh | 10 A | On file |
| NCR18650BD | Panasonic | 3,180 mAh | — | Pending |
| INR18650-MJ1 | LG Energy Solution | 3,500 mAh | 10 A | Pending |
| INR18650-35E | Samsung SDI | 3,500 mAh | 8 A | Pending |
Capacity and discharge figures are the values held for each model; where no manufacturer data sheet is on file the row is marked pending rather than presented as verified.
Applications
Duties this grade of cell is specified for
Cells for e-bikes, scooters and light traction
3,450 mAh at 10 A continuous — the balanced grade traction packs are built from.
Read the duty profile ApplicationCells for residential and commercial storage
3,450 mAh at low C-rate; capacity per cell is what binds in a storage enclosure.
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