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Panasonic NCR18650BD or Panasonic NCR18650B with protection

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: Capacity: Panasonic NCR18650B with protection (3188 mAh vs. 3179); Capacity at high current: Panasonic NCR18650B with protection (3315 mAh vs. 3058); Energy: Panasonic NCR18650BD (11.51 Wh vs. 10.6).

Model	Panasonic NCR18650BD2019Read review →	Panasonic NCR18650B with protection2017Read review →
Capacity, mAh	3179	3188
Capacity at high current, mAh	3058	3315
Energy, Wh	11.51	10.6
Review conclusion	Recommended	Recommended

Only in one review: Current 10 A (Panasonic NCR18650BD); Test current 6.4 A (Panasonic NCR18650B with protection); Temperature rise 68 °C (Panasonic NCR18650B with protection); Weight 48 g (Panasonic NCR18650B with protection).

Panasonic NCR18650BD: The cell performed well, and the author considers it an excellent choice for large e-bike battery packs.

Panasonic NCR18650B with protection: The cells meet their stated specifications and show good consistency, but protection makes them longer than standard cells.

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.