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Side-by-Side Comparison Cylindrical Cells

18650 vs. C Battery

Comparing 2 standards across 4 specifications. 4 key differences identified.

Comparing:
18650
C Battery
18650 →

An 18650 Li-ion cell measures 18.6mm in diameter and 65.2mm in length. It operates at 3.6V/3.7V nominal, charges up to 4.2V max, and has a discharge cutoff of 2.5V with capacities between 2200 and 3500 mAh.

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C Battery →

A C battery (IEC designation LR14, ANSI 14A) measures 26.2mm in diameter and 50.0mm in length. Alkaline C cells output 1.5V nominal, with typical capacity in the range of roughly 6,000 to 8,000 mAh -- well above AA or AAA but less common in modern consumer electronics.

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Specification Comparison Table

4 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
18650
C Battery
Diameter
18.60 mm 26.20 mm
Overall Length
65.20 mm 50.00 mm
Nominal Operating Voltage
3.60 / 3.70 V —
Alkaline Voltage
— 1.50 V

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