...But I want protected batteries...I always feel it is best to stick with brands like Sony, Samsung, LG, etc.
Here is a link where you can get authentic Sony VTC4 batteries, 2 for $14.41: Fadora Vapor
...But I want protected batteries...
ANY protected batteries. It doesn't have to be Nitecore.OK, sorry. In that case I will let some else answer. I have no experience with Nitecore batteries.
Saw your link to the VCT4's sand just ordered 4.I always feel it is best to stick with brands like Sony, Samsung, LG, etc.
Here is a link where you can get authentic Sony VTC4 batteries, 2 for $14.41: Fadora Vapor
I ordered some too.Saw your link to the VCT4's sand just ordered 4.
Great batteries if they are authentic.
Thanks
This. Everything I've ever read and been told explicitly states IMR safer chemistry not ICR protected batteries for mechs. IMR's vent and ICR's explode, they generally have a lower Amperage rating as well, I believe. Good call on the Sony's.laurel, the Magnesium in iMr batteries (e.g. the VTC series) is protection in itself. there is no guarantee the protection circuitry in a protected battery will save you. conversely, it might just keep cutting out every time there's a high drain. i suppose there's still a place for protected but current technology is making them ever more redundant.
Here is a link where you can get authentic Sony VTC4 batteries, 2 for $14.41: Fadora Vapor
The key is to know your seller and stick to them. I know of a few sellers here that I know for certain test their batteries first before putting them out there. Having well tested batteries beats any name or manufacturer.You know there's no such thing as authentic Sony VTC4's, right? Sony quit making them a long time ago. Everything out there now is a clone.
Although Sony is often recommended when it comes to 18650s they have the worst safety record of any brand. And as far as the so-called 30A rating their revised datasheet for the VTC5 has dropped any mention of 30A.
http://www.intaste.de/community/dtf/technical_information.pdf
Stick with the #1 worldwide leader, Samsung.