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18650NMC Mooch-tested · 15 A

Sony US18650VTC6

Name: Sony US18650VTC6 Lithium Battery Cell
Brand: Sony

Sony

Capacity3000 mAh10.8 Wh

Mooch continuous15 ASize to this figure

Resistance18 mΩDC internal resistance

Voltage window3.6 V2 – 4.25 V

Standard charge5000 mA~0.6 h to full

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

At 3000 mAh, this ranks #15 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	4.25 V
Discharge cutoff	2 V
Max continuous discharge	15A (Mooch-tested)
Mooch CDR (trusted)	15 A
Standard charge current	5000 mA
Standard discharge current	15A
Internal resistance	18 mΩ
Physical
Form factor	18650
Wrap color	Green
Insulator ring	Black
Performance
Capacity	3000 mAh
Energy	10.8 Wh

Independent test data: Mooch's test of the US18650VTC6 ↗

At the standard 5000 mA charge rate, a full charge takes about 0.6 hours. The last bit is a slow taper to top it off.

Voltage operating window

Cutoff
2VNominal
3.6VMax charge
4.25V

Usable range: 2.3V

C-rate conversion: Sony US18650VTC6 (3000mAh)

C-Rate	Current (A)	Theoretical runtime
0.2C	0.6 A	5h 00m
0.5C	1.5 A	2h 00m
1C	3 A	1h 00m
2C	6 A	30m
3C	9 A	20m
5C	15 A	12m

Highlighted row is closest to the rated 15A continuous discharge.

Charging

Rate	Current	Estimated time
0.5C	1,500 mA	~2h 00m
1C	3,000 mA	~1h 00m
Standard	5,000 mA	~0h 36m

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	4.3V	2V	Flashlights, single-cell devices
2S	7.2V	8.5V	4V	RC vehicles, 7.2V packs
3S	10.8V	12.8V	6V	Power tools (10.8V nominal)
4S	14.4V	17V	8V	Ebike (small), some power tools
7S	25.2V	29.8V	14V	Ebike (24V system)
10S	36V	42.5V	20V	Ebike (36V system)
13S	46.8V	55.3V	26V	Ebike (48V standard)
14S	50.4V	59.5V	28V	Ebike (52V high-power)
16S	57.6V	68V	32V	DIY powerwall

Parallel capacity scaling

Config	Capacity	Energy	Max discharge
1P	3,000 mAh	10.8 Wh	15 A
2P	6,000 mAh	21.6 Wh	30 A
3P	9,000 mAh	32.4 Wh	45 A
4P	12,000 mAh	43.2 Wh	60 A
5P	15,000 mAh	54 Wh	75 A
6P	18,000 mAh	64.8 Wh	90 A

Example pack configurations

7S2P

24V ebike / small pack

14 cells25.2V nominal6,000mAh151Wh30A max

13S4P

48V ebike standard

52 cells46.8V nominal12,000mAh562Wh60A max

16S4P

DIY powerwall

64 cells57.6V nominal12,000mAh691Wh60A max

4S6P

Power tool replacement

24 cells14.4V nominal18,000mAh259Wh90A 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 VapingUsable in regulated mods at moderate wattage. Not recommended for mechanical mods.

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

Power ToolsSufficient discharge and capacity for most power tool packs.

Similar cells

Same format and chemistry, within ±500mAh capacity:

Cell	mAh	CDR	Wh	Weight	Wh/kg
Sony US18650VTC6 (this cell)	3000	15A	10.8	—	—
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 4.25V or discharge below 2V.
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.