CYLINDRICAL LiFePO₄ CELL

F26650-25B

3.2V 2.5Ah 8Wh

The F26650-25B is a high-power cylindrical LiFePO₄ battery cell engineered for applications requiring high discharge rates, fast charging, and long cycle life. With up to 80C pulse discharge, high-rate continuous discharge capability, and charging up to 7C, it is designed for demanding battery pack applications where power and durability matter.

PHD Energy F26650-25B cylindrical LiFePO4 battery cell
3.2VNominal Voltage
2.5AhTypical Capacity
80C1-Second Pulse Discharge
7CHigh-Rate Charging

F26650-25B Specifications

F26650-25B battery cell dimensional drawing
SpecificationValue
Part NumberF26650-25B
ChemistryLiFePO₄ (LFP)
Cell TypeCylindrical 26650
Nominal Voltage3.2V
Typical Capacity (1C)2500mAh
Diameter26.3 ± 0.2mm
Height65.3 ± 0.2mm
Weight84 ± 1.5g
Impedance≤6mΩ
Energy Density98Wh/kg
Standard Charge2500mA, 3.65V, 50mA cut-off (CC-CV)
Standard Discharge2500mA, 2.0V cut-off (CC)
High-Rate ChargeUp to 7C
Pulse DischargeUp to 80C / 1 sec
Working Temperature-40°C to +60°C
Charge Temperature-20°C to +60°C
Discharge Temperature-40°C to +60°C

Built for High-Power Applications

High-Power Discharge

Supports up to 80C pulse discharge for 1 second and high-rate continuous discharge for applications with demanding power requirements.

Fast Charging

Supports high-rate charging up to 7C, with documented fast-charge performance reaching 94% or greater efficiency in 8 minutes.

Low Impedance

Cell impedance of ≤6mΩ supports high current delivery while helping reduce internal power losses and temperature rise.

Wide Temperature Range

Designed for operation across demanding environments, with discharge from -40°C to +60°C and charging from -20°C to +60°C.

Safety-Focused Design

Features CID overcharge protection and pressure-release venting, with penetration testing passed as part of its documented safety performance.

Long High-Rate Cycle Life

Designed for demanding cycling, with documented testing showing 2,000+ high-rate cycles under specified test conditions.

Graphs

Cycle Life

Capacity Retention

100 Cycles
102.5%
500 Cycles
100.8%
1,000 Cycles
98.5%
1,500 Cycles
95.9%
2,000 Cycles
93.3%

Rate Discharge Curve1

Test Method

Charge
CC/CV 1C × 3.65V × 0.02C cut-off, 25°C
Discharge
CC 0.2/0.5/1/2/3/5/10/15/20/30 C × 2.0V cut-off, 25°C

Rate Discharge Curve2

C-RateCapacity
(vs. 0.2C)
Temperature
(°C)
0.2C100.0%27.8
0.5C98.9%29.3
1C98.1%30.9
2C97.4%32
3C96.7%33.6
5C96.2%35.5
10C96.1%39.7
15C97.4%45.9
20C97.2%53.8
30C97.7%70.7

High-Low Temperature Performance

Test Method

Charge
CC/CV, 1C, 3.65V, 0.02C cut-off at 25°C
Discharge
CC, 1C, 2.0V at each temperature (-20°C: 1.6V cut-off)
Temperature1C CapacityCapacity
(vs. 25°C)
25°C2741100%
-20°C141752%
-10°C144953%
0°C191070%
45°C2789102%
60°C2796102%

From Cell to Complete Battery Pack

Need More Than a Battery Cell?

PHD Energy can integrate the F26650-25B into a custom LiFePO₄ battery pack engineered around your application's high-power, charging, electrical, mechanical, environmental, and certification requirements.

  1. CELL
  2. MODULE
  3. BMS
  4. BATTERY PACK
  5. F26650-25B battery pack applicationAPPLICATION
  • Custom Pack Design
  • BMS Integration
  • Prototyping
  • Testing & Validation
  • Certification Support
  • Scalable Manufacturing

F26650-25B FAQ

What is the F26650-25B?

The F26650-25B is a 3.2V 2.5Ah cylindrical LiFePO₄ battery cell designed for high-power, high-rate charging and demanding battery pack applications.

What is the discharge capability of the F26650-25B?

The F26650-25B supports high-rate continuous discharge and pulse discharge up to 80C for 1 second, making it suitable for applications with short-duration high-power demands.

How fast can the F26650-25B charge?

The cell supports high-rate charging up to 7C. PHD Energy's documented testing reports fast-charging efficiency of 94% or greater in 8 minutes under the specified test conditions.

What temperature range can the F26650-25B operate in?

The F26650-25B supports discharge from -40°C to +60°C and charging from -20°C to +60°C.

What safety features does the F26650-25B include?

The cell incorporates CID overcharge protection and pressure-release venting and has passed penetration testing as part of its documented safety testing.

What is the cycle life of the F26650-25B?

Cycle life depends on operating and test conditions. PHD Energy's high-rate cycle testing documents more than 2,000 cycles, while the published cycle-life data shows 93.3% capacity retention at 2,000 cycles under the associated test conditions.

Can PHD Energy build a custom battery pack using the F26650-25B?

Yes. PHD Energy provides custom battery pack development including cell integration, BMS design and integration, prototyping, testing, certification support, and scalable manufacturing.