Panasonic Cgr Battery

Updated September 20, 2026

Overview

Product sourcing insights & recommendations

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The Panasonic CGR series (primarily the CGR18650CG and CGR18650CH) represents a legacy line of Lithium-ion batteries that has largely transitioned into an End-of-Life (EOL) status in the global market Dnkpower. While once a staple for power tools, medical devices, and high-drain electronics, it has been officially superseded by the more efficient NCR series in Panasonic's current production catalog Alibaba.

Market Trends & Status

* Discontinuation: Original Panasonic-manufactured CGR cells are increasingly difficult to source as new stock. The market has shifted toward high-capacity NCR cells (like the NCR18650B) for low-to-mid drain applications and INR/IMR chemistries for high-drain needs Ebay Dnkpower.

* Shift in Chemistry: The CGR series utilized NMC (Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide) chemistry, known for balancing safety and power. Modern replacements often use refined NMC or hybrid IMR chemistries to achieve higher discharge rates (up to 20A–30A) compared to the CGR’s typical 10A ceiling Dnkpower.

* Replacement Dominance: The Samsung INR18650-25R has emerged as the primary industry-standard replacement for the CGR18650CG, offering better thermal stability and higher capacity at a competitive price point Dnkpower.

Product Specifications & Applications

Feature	CGR18650CG (Standard)	CGR18650CH (High Drain)
Nominal Capacity	2250mAh Secondlifestorage	2250mAh Large-Battery
Nominal Voltage	3.6V / 3.7V	3.7V
Max. Discharge	10A (Continuous)	10A+ (High Drain) Smoktek
Common Uses	Laptops, Medical Equipment	Power Tools, Vaping Devices

Sourcing Insights

Currently, "new" CGR cells found on B2B platforms are often either old stock or replacement-grade cells manufactured to original specifications by third-party factories. For critical applications, it is recommended to transition to the Samsung 25R or Panasonic/Sanyo UR18650NSX to ensure long-term supply chain stability.

Sources & References

28 sources cited · Verified industry data & reports

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