{"product_id":"cylaid-18650-battery-3100mah","title":"Cylaid 18650 Battery – 3100mAh | Advertised 60A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCylaid 18650 Battery – 3100mAh\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-capacity rechargeable cell for compatible regulated devices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Cylaid 18650 Battery is a rechargeable, flat-top lithium-ion cell with an advertised 3100mAh capacity and 3.7V nominal voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts higher-capacity design makes it suitable for compatible regulated vape devices, external battery mods and other equipment specifically designed to accept removable flat-top 18650 cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The “60A” printed on this battery should not be presented as a verified continuous-discharge rating. Independent battery testing reported that this cell performed similarly to a Sony VTC6 and estimated a much lower continuous rating. Always follow the limits of your device and use conservative battery settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRechargeable lithium-ion battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 18650 cell format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvertised 3100mAh capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.7V nominal voltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat-top positive terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for compatible removable-battery devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecharge using a quality external 18650 charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAdvertised 60A Rating Explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe battery wrapper and supplier listings advertise a 60A rating. However, this figure should not be described as a confirmed continuous-discharge rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndependent battery tester Battery Mooch reported that the Cylaid 3100mAh cell appeared to be a rewrapped Sony VTC6 and criticised the advertised current ratings as exaggerated. The tester estimated performance closer to approximately 15A continuous, subject to temperature and operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor safer and more accurate merchandising, describe the product as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCylaid 18650 Battery – 3100mAh | Advertised 60A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid wording such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“60A continuous discharge”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“True 60A battery”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Guaranteed 60A output”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Safe for any mechanical mod”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCylaid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18650\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRechargeable lithium-ion cell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvertised Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3100mAh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.7V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvertised Current Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVerified Continuous Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot confirmed by the manufacturer data available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRechargeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplier listings describe the cell as an 18650 flat-top battery with a 3.7V nominal voltage and advertised 3100mAh capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis battery may be suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible regulated vape mods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-battery regulated devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-battery regulated devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal battery chargers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther equipment specifically designed for flat-top 18650 cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlways check:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe device manufacturer’s battery requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired continuous-discharge capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect battery orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery-wrap condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether matched batteries are required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDual-Battery Device Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen using two batteries in the same device:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the same brand, model and capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuy and begin using the pair together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharge and discharge them together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep them paired permanently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not mix an older battery with a newer one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace both batteries if either becomes damaged or significantly degraded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis practice is commonly known as marrying or pairing batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Charge the Battery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a reputable external charger designed for rechargeable lithium-ion 18650 cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the battery wrap and insulator ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the battery in the correct orientation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect an appropriate charging current.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the charger on a non-flammable surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor it during charging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the battery once charging is complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore it in a dedicated plastic battery case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not carry a loose 18650 battery in a pocket, handbag or drawer where it could contact coins, keys or other metal objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBattery Safety Warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLithium-ion cells can vent, overheat or catch fire when short-circuited, damaged, incorrectly charged or used beyond their safe operating limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not use the battery if:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plastic wrap is torn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe top insulator ring is missing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe metal casing is dented\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cell has been dropped heavily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt becomes unusually hot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt has a strange smell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe positive or negative terminal is damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCylaid’s published battery-safety guidance warns against short-circuiting, crushing, piercing, dismantling, exposing batteries to liquids, dropping them or placing them near fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Usage Rules\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever carry the battery loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use a protective battery case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever expose it to water or extreme heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not leave it inside a hot vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not charge it unattended or overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use it with a damaged wrap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not exceed your device’s recommended limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not dismantle, crush or puncture the cell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use it in a device that requires a button-top battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not dispose of it in ordinary household waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMechanical Mod Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis battery should not be marketed as suitable for mechanical-mod use solely because “60A” appears on the wrapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMechanical devices do not provide the electronic protections found in regulated vape mods. Only users with a thorough understanding of battery condition, resistance, current draw and electrical safety should consider unregulated equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × Cylaid flat-top 18650 rechargeable battery\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA battery charger, battery case and vape device are not included unless expressly stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Cylaid 18650 rechargeable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a rechargeable lithium-ion cell and should be charged using a suitable external 18650 charger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat capacity is printed on the battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe advertised capacity is 3100mAh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it really a 60A continuous battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat should not be assumed. Independent testing criticised the 60A marking and estimated substantially lower continuous capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a flat-top battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Available supplier specifications describe it as a flat-top 18650 cell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used in a regulated vape mod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may be used only when the device accepts flat-top 18650 batteries and its current requirements are within the battery’s safe capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I carry it loose in my pocket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Always transport it in an individual plastic battery case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it if the wrap is torn?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Stop using the battery until it has been correctly rewrapped and the top insulator ring has been inspected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it include a charger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for one battery only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many batteries are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne individual 18650 battery is supplied per purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cylaid","offers":[{"title":"Cylaid 18650 Battery – 3100mAh 60A","offer_id":48040483848350,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/9742\/7358\/files\/Cylaid18650Battery_3100mAh60A.avif?v=1785137064","url":"https:\/\/www.coffeeandvape.co.za\/products\/cylaid-18650-battery-3100mah","provider":"Coffee and Vape Shop South Africa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}