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18650NMC Mooch-tested · 10 A

LG LGDBMH11865

Name: LG LGDBMH11865 Lithium Battery Cell
Brand: LG

Capacity3200 mAh11.52 Wh

Mooch continuous10 ASize to this figure

Resistance80 mΩDC internal resistance

Voltage window3.6 V3 – 4.2 V

Standard charge1075 mA~3 h to full

Build a pack with this cell →Download spec sheet (PDF)Mooch's test ↗

At 3200 mAh, this ranks #7 of 169 18650 cells in our database. Near the top for capacity among 18650 cells. Top tier for both capacity and discharge. One of the best all-around 18650 cells.

Full specifications

Electrical
Chemistry	NMC
Nominal voltage	3.6 V
Max charge voltage	4.2 V
Discharge cutoff	3 V
Max continuous discharge	10A (Mooch-tested)
Mooch CDR (trusted)	10 A
Standard charge current	1075 mA
Standard discharge current	430mA
Internal resistance	80 mΩ
Physical
Form factor	18650
Wrap color	Turquoise
Insulator ring	White
Performance
Capacity	3200 mAh
Energy	11.52 Wh

Independent test data: Mooch's test of the LGDBMH11865 ↗

At the standard 1075 mA charge rate, a full charge takes about 3 hours. The last bit is a slow taper to top it off.

Voltage operating window

Cutoff
3VNominal
3.6VMax charge
4.2V

Usable range: 1.2V

C-rate conversion: LG LGDBMH11865 (3200mAh)

C-Rate	Current (A)	Theoretical runtime
0.2C	0.64 A	5h 00m
0.5C	1.6 A	2h 00m
1C	3.2 A	1h 00m
2C	6.4 A	30m
3C	9.6 A	20m

Highlighted row is closest to the rated 10A continuous discharge.

Charging

Rate	Current	Estimated time
Standard	1,075 mA	~2h 59m
0.5C	1,600 mA	~2h 00m
1C	3,200 mA	~1h 00m

These are estimates for the constant-current phase. Real charge time is a bit longer because of the slow taper at the end.

Pack scaling

Series voltage configurations

Config	Nominal V	Max V	Min V	Common use
1S	3.6V	4.2V	3V	Flashlights, single-cell devices
2S	7.2V	8.4V	6V	RC vehicles, 7.2V packs
3S	10.8V	12.6V	9V	Power tools (10.8V nominal)
4S	14.4V	16.8V	12V	Ebike (small), some power tools
7S	25.2V	29.4V	21V	Ebike (24V system)
10S	36V	42V	30V	Ebike (36V system)
13S	46.8V	54.6V	39V	Ebike (48V standard)
14S	50.4V	58.8V	42V	Ebike (52V high-power)
16S	57.6V	67.2V	48V	DIY powerwall

Parallel capacity scaling

Config	Capacity	Energy	Max discharge
1P	3,200 mAh	11.5 Wh	10 A
2P	6,400 mAh	23 Wh	20 A
3P	9,600 mAh	34.6 Wh	30 A
4P	12,800 mAh	46.1 Wh	40 A
5P	16,000 mAh	57.6 Wh	50 A
6P	19,200 mAh	69.1 Wh	60 A

Example pack configurations

7S2P

24V ebike / small pack

14 cells25.2V nominal6,400mAh161Wh20A max

13S4P

48V ebike standard

52 cells46.8V nominal12,800mAh599Wh40A max

16S4P

DIY powerwall

64 cells57.6V nominal12,800mAh737Wh40A max

4S6P

Power tool replacement

24 cells14.4V nominal19,200mAh276Wh60A max

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Application suitability

PowerwallsHigh capacity means more stored energy per cell. Fewer cells needed for a given kWh target.

Ebike PacksGood balance of capacity for range and discharge for hills. Works well in most ebike packs.

Car AudioMight work for smaller setups. Check your amp's peak current draw.

High-Drain VapingBelow the 25A Mooch CDR threshold that high-drain vaping needs. Use a higher-drain cell.

FlashlightsHigh capacity means long runtime. Great for everyday carry and extended use.

Power ToolsMay work for lighter-duty tools. Check your tool's current requirements.

Similar cells

Same format and chemistry, within ±500mAh capacity:

Cell	mAh	CDR	Wh	Weight	Wh/kg
LG LGDBMH11865 (this cell)	3200	10A	11.52	—	—
LG LGEBMJ11865	3500	10A	12.7	—	—
LG LGDBMJ11865	3500	10A	12.7	49g	259
LG LGABF1L1865	3350	4.9A	12.2	49g	248
LG LGGBF1L1865	3350	4.9A	12.2	—	—
Panasonic NCR18650B	3350	4A	12.1	47.5g	254

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Frequently asked questions

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Handling and safety

Lithium cells can be dangerous if mishandled. A few things to keep in mind:

Never charge above 4.2V or discharge below 3V.
Store cells at around 3.6-3.8V (roughly 40-60% charge) for long-term storage.
Don't mix cells with different capacities, chemistries, or states of charge in a pack.
Inspect wraps before use. A torn wrap can cause a short circuit.
Always use a BMS or balance charger appropriate for your pack configuration.
Keep cells away from metal objects, keys, and coins. A short across the terminals can cause fire.

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Specs come from manufacturer datasheets and independent testing; Mooch-tested discharge ratings are shown when available because they reflect real continuous performance better than headline datasheet numbers. Browse the full 18650 & 21700 cell database to compare every cell.

Disclaimer: We do our best to keep the information on this page accurate, but we cannot guarantee that all specifications are correct or up to date. Cell characteristics can vary between production batches and may change over time. Do not rely solely on this data for safety-critical applications. Always verify against the manufacturer's official datasheet before use.