Where can i get genuine 18650 batteries from?

Cyber-Mav · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:12

Seems to be a minefield of fakes around. Anyone know or recommend a place i can get genuine batteries from? Need an 18650 for a low drain appliance (gamepad).

NVP · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:14

Vape shop, any chain rather than dodgy independent

paradigm · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:14

Genuine what brand? 18650 is just a size.

Captain · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:27

I got some from Amazon a while back, I’ll try and find them.

builder22 · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:32

dunno what brand you're looking for but I'd trust RS Components...

https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/?sra=oss&r=t&searchTerm=18650

Merlin5 · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:32

This is where I get mine.

https://www.fogstar.co.uk/collections/batteries

NVP · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:33

Merlin5 said:
This is where I get mine.

https://www.fogstar.co.uk/collections/batteries

I can also vouch for this site.

DoneADougalOnSofa · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:35

Fogstar.
Aimed at the vape market, but genuine, good service, and come with a plastic case for safe storage.

Some of the lower current 18650s will be pretty cheap. The expense comes with current delivery capability

pastymuncher · 30 Jan 2020 at 20:50

I have always got ours from either Torchy (battery boy), MultiCorePC or Ecolux (closed until Feb 1st) all on Ebay and have never had any problems with any of them.

Nick1881 · 30 Jan 2020 at 21:07

I have used Fogstar, Torchy and 18650.uk without problem.

markoboyo11 · 30 Jan 2020 at 21:14

+1 for fogstar great service from them.

=XDC=FluphyBunny · 30 Jan 2020 at 22:56

Bought a few batteries from Fogstar for torches and its was great service and free storage box.

Cyber-Mav · 30 Jan 2020 at 23:00

Cool will look up fogstar and torchey. Those are guaranteed to be genuine and not fakes?

Devrij · 31 Jan 2020 at 08:24

I've always used Torchy. Good value and good batts. I have a few pairs that can pump out 50w every day and still hold a good charge a couple years on

bushmins · 31 Jan 2020 at 08:38

I have always used Torchy but his stock has been a bit thin on 18650s. I just got some of the vaping recommended ones from Fogstar, perfect timing for this thread

bad_ass_neil · 31 Jan 2020 at 08:43

gone mine from a vape shop recommended by a friend.

PapaLazaru · 31 Jan 2020 at 08:53

Fogstar.

ANDARIAL · 31 Jan 2020 at 09:27

I get mine from dismantling old laptop batteries

ttaskmaster · 31 Jan 2020 at 10:57

+1 for reputable vape shop, +2 for Torchy.

Do you need protected or unprotected, though?
Most vape batteries are unprotected, as the devices have their own load/draw monitoring & control circuits. Might not be suitable for your gamepad.

Kainz · 31 Jan 2020 at 11:18

Somewhat odd question as I know nothing about this vaping lark. Why are vapers so keep on 18650 batteries when you could use any old rechargeable battery pack I assume? Is it cheaper?