Power bank for 8 18650 cells or 8×18650 power bank
Two models side by side: measurements taken by the author in their reviews, and their conclusions. The better value in each row is highlighted.
In brief: Based on review measurements: Test current: Power bank for 8 18650 cells (5.5 A vs. 2.3); Efficiency: Power bank for 8 18650 cells (82 % vs. 80).
Only in one review: Current 2 A (8×18650 power bank); Energy 80 Wh (Power bank for 8 18650 cells); Temperature rise 70 °C (8×18650 power bank); Price 7.5 $ (Power bank for 8 18650 cells).
Power bank for 8 18650 cells: The author recommends it despite the bus-bar resistance and insufficient controller cooling.
8×18650 power bank: A practical, inexpensive power bank for eight cells if high output current and QC are not needed.
Figures were taken from the review text and checked against the quoted passages. Measurement conditions differ between reviews, so read the reviews yourself before buying. Prices at the time of review.
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