Helping to understand complex batteries.
The ARB-L18 batteries are upgrades to the ARB-L2 batteries and generally work with most Fenix models that use 18650 batteries. However, the ARB-L18 series are sometimes unable to be used in older Fenix models and the ARB-L2 series are sometimes unabl
Check the product listing of whichever item you're interested in to learn more about which batteries are compatible. The product listing will say if it's compatible with a 14500 lithium ion battery and/or an AA battery. Learn more about different bat
It depends on which Fenix flashlight you're using. It is important to remember that even if the 16340 and CR123 batteries are of similar size and shape, they are different from one another. Check the product listing of the flashlight you're intereste
Yes it is possible but we do not recommend it. You can charge a USB rechargeable battery using a USB rechargeable flashlight, but we have seen cases where there was interference between the battery and the flashlight. So we recommend you use a non-US
No, these batteries are not recommended in Fenix flashlights. Please check the battery chart located on the product page of the AA flashlight you're interested in to see which batteries are compatible with the flashlight.
We can't recommend any of our chargers for an unprotected 18650 battery. All Fenix batteries are protected batteries, so that's all we recommend to our customers. It's a safety feature for a very powerful battery type. Fenix chargers will charge othe
The answer to this question is both yes and no. All Fenix flashlights and Fenix batteries have protection circuits that should prevent any damage to the light or battery that could be caused by overcharging so it is possible to leave it plugged in al
Yes, the Fenix ARB-L1-2600 is compatible and will charge inside the Fenix UC40UE.
We do not sell this battery as a standard retail item but if you contact our warranty department you may be able to get an extra one, as stock allows. Please use our Contact Form to submit your request.
This depends on the battery that your flashlight is compatible with. If your flashlight is compatible with disposable batteries such as alkaline or lithium, then you can drain the battery completely with no worries. For any lithium-ion battery or rec
No, it is always best to use batteries that have the same capacity as one another when operating a flashlight that requires more than one battery. The mAh, or milliamp, level of the battery is the indication of its capacity. When a flashlight uses mu
No, only the 2016 edition Fenix E15 can accept 16340 batteries. Editions older than 2016 are not able to use 16340 batteries. We do have many flashlights that are compatible with 16340 batteries including the Fenix E18R V2 EDC flashlight.
Yes, you are able to use the Fenix ARB-L14-1600U 14500 battery in the Fenix RC05 pocket flashlight. However, you will not achieve the full brightness output. To get the full brightness output you will need to use the ARB-L14-800 battery.
We do not recommend that you mix battery brands, even if both batteries are listed at the same milliamp level. Even a Fenix 2600 mAh 18650 and a Tenergy 2600 mAh 18650 could have a small difference in the actual usable capacity of the battery, which
NOT all 18650 battery brands are the same size (or quality). Fenix lights require 18650 batteries that are 3.6/3.7 volts. That's very important. If you are shopping other brands, then you need to get one that is the same size (length and diameter) as
With lithium-ion batteries, we don't recommend using anything other than Fenix batteries. However, you are able to use a Duracell 18650 battery with many Fenix flashlights. With alkaline batteries, we do not recommend using Duracell batteries within
Energizer is a reputable brand of batteries and are fully compatible with any Fenix flashlight that uses the size of batteries that Energizer makes!. Please note that, because it is intrinsically safe, the WF05E is only compatible with Energizer E92
Yes, Panasonic batteries will work in Fenix lights. Check out our battery selection.
Unfortunately Fenix lights are not able to use the rechargeable CR123A batteries, also called RCR123A batteries. If you want to use rechargeable batteries in your Fenix light you must use 18650 batteries or, in certain cases, 16340 and 14500 batterie
Yes, you are able to use Samsung batteries in Fenix lights.
Yes, the ARB-L18-3500U will work in your headlamp. The built in USB battery is slightly longer due to the button on the top but it should still work just fine. We haven't had any issues reported with those two items.
We do not recommend using UltraFire batteries with Fenix lights. We have not had good results with the quality of those batteries. Feel free to browse our battery selection to see if we have what you're interested in.
Fenix 18650 batteries can be both stored and used in a range of -4º F to 140ºF. It is important to remember that cold temperatures cause lithium-ion batteries to drain at a quicker pace both while in use and not.
No, 26650 batteries are larger than 18650 batteries so 26650 batteries will not fit in an 18650 flashlight like the Fenix PD35TAC. Learn more about the different flashlight battery types.
No, the ARB-L1 model is a battery which will only work in a very small amount of lights. The RC20 is the only currently available flashlight that uses this battery but it is also used in several discontinued lights: RC10, RC15, UC40, UC40UE, UC45, an
Yes, the Fenix ARB-L18-3400 battery will charge while within the old Fenix UC30 via micro USB.
No, 26650 batteries are larger than 18650 batteries so Fenix 26650 lithium ion 4800 mAh battery will not fit inside the Fenix HL60R headlamp. Learn more about the difference in flashlight batteries.
Yes, you can charge and use the Fenix ARB-L18 high-capacity 18650 3500 mAh battery in the Fenix CL25R and CL30R LED camping lanterns.
The Fenix ARB-L18-3500U USB batteries can be charged using the Fenix ARE-X2 Dual Channel Smart Charger AND through micro USB.
Yes, the ARB-L18-3500U battery will work in the Fenix RC11 flashlight.
Fenix flashlights and lanterns with included batteries come pre-packaged and therefore the batteries cannot be exchanged before shipping. You will need to buy these batteries separately in addition to the item. This will grant you backups in case you
No, the Fenix E12 (V1) and E12 V2 are not compatible with 14500 batteries. These flashlights are only compatible with AA Ni-MH batteries and AA alkaline batteries. If you're interested, you can see our selection of 14500 flashlights.
Yes, all of our Fenix 18650 batteries are compatible with the Fenix TK09. The main difference will be the mAh capacity. The higher the mAh, the longer the run times will be between charges.
Yes, you can use four CR123A batteries in the Fenix TK47UE flashlight. However, you will have limited functionality and will not be able to change modes or activate strobe.
Yes, our Fenix 18650 batteries should work in most devices that use an 18650 battery. It's important to note, that some products prefer flat top 18650 batteries over our button top 18650 batteries.
You do not need to purchase a battery charger for either the original PD25 or the newer PD25R. The PD25R includes an ARB-L16-700 rechargeable 16340 battery and can be charged via the flashlight's USB Type-C charging port. The PD25 (discontinued) come
For the most part, Orbtronic batteries are NOT compatible with Fenix flashlights. We recommend using Fenix batteries in Fenix lights.
If your light uses a 21700, 18650, or other standard type of battery you can charge the batteries that come inside your Fenix rechargeable flashlight through the flashlight or on a charger. You don't need to specifically charge them using the flashli
No, the USB rechargeable batteries do not come with charging cables. However, you can purchase charging cables.
No, we do not have 18350 batteries but we do have a wide selection of batteries which you can view here.
We do not have protective cases for 14500 batteries, but we do have other battery storage options.
No, we do not have any storage cases for 26650 batteries. Browse our other battery storage options. This information may change in the future.
We do have USB rechargeable 18650 batteries. Check out our battery section to see which battery you'd like. The ones that have a built-in USB port end with the letter "U" (ARB-L18-3500U for example).
We do not carry AAAA batteries. We do carry AAA batteries, but they are not USB rechargeable. If you're interested in learning more about batteries, check out our blog where we cover different battery types.
Yes, we have high quality rechargeable AA and AAA batteries. For AA batteries we have two options of Tenergy batteries to choose from. One is a Ni-MH four pack of Tenergy AA batteries with a 2600 mAh capacity. The other is a Ni-MH Low Self-Discharge
No, we do not sell rechargeable CR123A lithium batteries because they are not compatible with Fenix lights. You can find more information about which batteries your Fenix flashlight is compatible with by checking its product page or user manual. You
The lithium-ion batteries and Ni-MH batteries are fully charged when they leave the factory, but they slowly drain while in storage. We recommend topping the batteries off by charging them when you receive them. Learn more about different battery typ
The lithium-ion batteries and Ni-MH batteries are fully charged when they leave the factory, but they slowly drain while in storage. We recommend topping the batteries off by charging them when you receive them. Learn more about different battery typ
The dimensions of the ARB-L14 USB 14500 battery (ARB-L14-1600U) are 14.5mm x 50mm (.57" x 1.9").
The size of the USB rechargeable ARB-L16 "U" battery, the ARB-L16-700U, is 16mm x 34mm (.6" x 1.3"). The size of the USB rechargeable ARB-L16 "U Plus" battery, the ARB-L16-700UP, is 16.8mm x 35.5mm (.66" x 1.4")
The dimensions of the standard ARB-L18 series 18650 batteries (ARB-L18-2600, ARB-L18-2900, and ARB-L18-3500) are 18.6mm x 69mm (.7" x 2.7"). The dimensions of the USB rechargeable ARB-L18 "U" series 18650 batteries (ARB-L18-2600U and ARB-L18-2900U) a
The dimensions of the Fenix ARB-L21 series 21700 battery is 76mm x 21.5mm (.85" x 2.99"). The Fenix 21700 lithium-ion battery is a powerful and protected cell. It's compatible with many flashlights such as the Fenix PD36R.
The dimensions of the ARB-L4-4800 26650 battery is 26.5mm x 70.5mm (1.05" x 2.78").
If you have a USB rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the indicator will glow solid blue once it's fully charged. If you have a Fenix battery charger with an LCD screen, the display will show you when the battery is full. If you have a Fenix battery ch
On the micro USB rechargeable batteries, there will be a small LED on top of the battery. It will be red while it is charging and, once it is done, the red LED will be replaced by a blue LED.
All Fenix products that charge batteries have a pretty clear way to tell when the battery is full!
All removable Fenix batteries carry a 1-year warranty that protects the purchaser from any battery failure in that time period. Batteries that are built-in (like those inside the BC30R or HL32R) are covered for 2 years. Even outside of the warranty p
With proper upkeep, rechargeable lithium ion batteries should last for around 500 charge cycles. However, this can fluctuate depending on the type of climate and use. Learn more about batteries.
The charging process will probably take 4-8 hours from a fully dead battery.
This depends on the battery you are charging as well as the battery's capacity. For example, an 18650 battery with a 3500mAh capacity will take longer than an 18650 battery with a 2600mAh capacity. These times we provide below are general charge time
To fully charge the Fenix ARB-L18-3500U battery using its USB charging function, it would take 3 - 5 hours depending on the status of the battery.
From the 2600mAh to the 3500mAh battery, you will get an ESTIMATED 30% longer runtime between charges with the 3500 battery. As with all batteries, the environment temperature affects the run time of the battery. 18650 batteries won't operate in belo
The flashlight's runtime would increase about 30% if you were to use the 3500mAh Fenix 18650 battery rather than the 2600mAh Fenix 18650 battery.
A 1.2 V battery will result in the same operation as the 1.5 V battery because the level of amps is different and that is the most important part. They will even out in the end so the runtime will be comparable with either. To learn more about batter
Yes, the ARB-L1-2600 is a replacement for both the ARB-L1T and ARB-L1S.
For the ARB-L18-3500 18650 battery, we have both a single battery listing and a 2-pack battery listing for your convenience. The price per battery is the same with both listings. Check the title of the product listing; the 2-pack 18650 batteries will
When it comes to storing 18650 batteries, there are a few things to keep in mind. 18650 batteries drain with time so you'll want to recharge them about once a month to be sure they have a full charge when you need them. When you receive a Fenix batte
Sometimes putting an overdischarged battery in a charger can give it a "jump" and fix it, but this doesn't always work.
No, this is not normal for any battery to do. Please contact our warranty department by submitting this RA request form and we'll be happy to assist you.
Yes, in the majority of cases a defective USB port would be covered under warranty. The only exception to this would be if you are responsible for the USB port breaking by incorrectly inserting the cable or by allowing it to be compromised by dust or
We recommend that you NEVER fully discharge any lithium-ion batteries. By not fully discharging it, you help improve the battery life. If a lithium-ion battery is used until it is completely empty it can enter a state of deep-discharge which can prev
Any amount of tear in the plastic wrapping can make the battery unsafe. We recommend that you stop using the damaged battery and replace it.
One advantage of the micro USB rechargeable lithium-ion batteries is that you do not need to purchase a separate charger for these batteries. However, they are a little bit longer and don't work with all Fenix flashlights such as the Fenix PD35 V2.0.
Fenix Direct Charge batteries can only charge under certain parameters, We recommend using a single port charger that is around 2 Amps with no more than 10 watts max. Most multi port chargers will not work, this includes computer ports. This is due
18650 lithium-ion batteries will often provide you with more power and longer runtimes in the flashlight. They're also rechargeable which is a definite bonus. However, lithium-ion batteries do drain slowly over time and tend to be more costly than an
Each flashlight can only charge the primary battery that they use. For a flashlight that uses and comes with an 18650 battery, it will be able to charge the 18650 battery. Many of these lights can also use CR123A batteries but CR123A batteries cannot
Any Fenix 18650 battery will work well in Fenix PD35TAC tactical flashlight. The higher mAh the battery has, the longer runtimes you'll see with the LED flashlight. Please be aware that whatever 18650 battery you choose needs to be a button top batte
Fenix flashlights are compatible with many different brands of batteries. Different flashlights call for different battery types and not all battery manufacturers make all types of batteries!. Energizer: You can use any Energizer AA or AAA battery in
All Fenix flashlights are covered under a Limited Lifetime Warranty. "Limited" refers to the fact that the warranty has a full-coverage warranty for a set period of time where both parts and labor are covered and then a limited warranty after that fo
The mAh stands for "milliamp." The mAh is basically the capacity of the battery so the higher the number of mAh, the longer the runtime will be before having to recharge your batteries. It's important to make sure you're using the correct size lithiu
Fenix protected batteries feature three levels of over heat protection as well as over discharge protection, over charge protection, and short circuit protection. Learn more about the protected and unprotected batteries.
"The Best" flashlight can vary a lot depending on what you need it for or what you plan to use it for!. The brightest AA flashlight that we have is the Fenix LD41 which has an output of 960 lumens. But it takes 4 batteries and is rather large, so it
The difference between these two batteries is their capacity. The ARB-L18-2600 18650 battery has a 2600 mAh capacity whereas the ARB-L18-3500 battery has a 3500 mAh capacity. The higher the capacity, the better runtimes you'll see with the flashlight
The Fenix ARB-L18 series have replaced the ARB-L2M batteries which are now discontinued. The ARB-L18 batteries work with almost all Fenix flashlights that were compatible with the ARB-L2M batteries.
The maximum discharge current of the Fenix ARB-L18-3500 18650 battery is 5A.
Most low-priced batteries are NOT protected, we would caution you against using those. As you know, 18650 Lithium-Ion batteries are very powerful. Because of that, you should be aware of the safe handling of them. Don't look just at the price of the
There is no need to replace 18650 batteries after a set period of time. They can continue to be used until they stop working or until they no longer offer the runtimes that you need. Learn more about lithium-ion batteries.
Fenix is manufactured in China and we are an Official Distributor for them here in the United States.
The Fenix ARB-L2 series has been discontinued and replaced with the ARB-L18 series. You can find the ARB-L18-2600, the ARB-L18-2900, and the ARB-L18-3500.
The ARB-L2 series was replaced by the ARB-L18 series which you can find here.
CR123A batteries perform better in extreme cold and extreme heat than 18650 lithium ion batteries. However, 18650 batteries will still work in extreme temperatures in a range of -4ºF to 140ºF. CR123A batteries are able to operate in temperatures betw
Any Fenix flashlight that uses 18650 batteries will work with the ARB-L18-2900L.
The manufacturer is Fenix themselves based in China. Each battery from Fenix has a multiple protection design to ensure safety. For instance, there is the protection circuit in the anode that will protect against over charge, over discharge, short ci
This is a bit of a complicated question and the answer is both yes and no, depending on the model of flashlight that you have. Newer Fenix flashlights like the PD25, CL09, or RC09 are designed to be compatible with both CR123A batteries or with 16340
In general, most Fenix flashlights are compatible with a button-top 18650 battery but some older models may require a flat top battery. Just to be safe, assume that any Fenix light that was released after 2017 will require a button top battery and th
Most modern Fenix flashlights will require a button-top style 18650 battery but some older styles may not be compatible. As a general rule, assume that any light that came out after 2017 will require a button top battery and that any lights that came
Here are our list of battery chargers that will charge a 21700 battery:. Fenix ARE-A2. Fenix ARE-A4. Fenix ARE-C1+ (discontinued). Fenix ARE-C2+ (discontinued)
Yes, the Fenix HL60R headlamp is compatible with the ARB-L18-3500 18650 battery. The HL60R headlamp is compatible with 18650 batteries and CR123A batteries.
This depends on the charger you are using. As long as the manual on your charger states that it can charge 14500 batteries, then the Fenix 14500 batteries should charge just fine.