Introduction: What Is a Lithium-Ion Battery Pack?

  March 2025-07-04 15:58:48

Lithium-ion battery packs are essential power sources used in medical equipment, drones, robots, and countless other devices. These packs are made of multiple Li-ion cells (like 18650 or 21700) connected in series and/or parallel to provide specific voltages and capacities.

 

Whether you need a 7.4V, 11.1V, or 14.8V battery pack, understanding their structure, chemistry, and configuration is crucial. In this guide from A&S Power, we’ll explain the different types of Li-ion battery packs, help you compare cell sizes, and show how to choose the right one.

 


Cell Types Commonly Used in Battery Packs

 

  • 18650 Battery Pack:
    The most widely used cylindrical cell (18mm x 65mm). Used in laptops, flashlights, power tools. A 18650-based battery pack typically offers 2000–3500mAh per cell.

 

  • 21700 Battery Pack:
    Larger than 18650, with better energy density (up to 5000mAh per cell). Ideal for drones, e-bikes, power tools.

 

  • 32700 Battery Pack:
    High-capacity, large-diameter cells (32mm x 70mm). Suitable for solar energy storage, UPS, and backup systems.


⚙️ Popular Battery Pack Voltages Explained

 

  • 7.2V vs 7.4V Battery Pack

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  • Modern 7.4V packs (2S Li-ion) are widely used in RC toys, small robots. “7.2V” is a legacy term from NiMH/NiCd batteries.

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  • 11.1V Battery Pack (3S)
     

  • Made of 3 cells in series. This 11.1V Li-ion battery pack is perfect for drones, GPS trackers, and medical devices needing 12V range.

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  • 14.8V Battery Pack (4S)
     

  • A 4S configuration with 4 cells in series. This 14.8V battery pack is used in e-scooters, e-bikes, and industrial applications.


Custom Battery Pack Solutions

 

Custom battery packs can be tailored to your device’s size, voltage, connector, or even discharge rate. A&S Power offers full customization with options like:

 

  • Series/parallel layout (e.g. 4S2P)

  • 18650 / 21700 / 32700 cell formats

  • BMS (battery management system)

  • Specific connector types (Molex, JST, etc.)

 

Our Lithium Ion Battery Pack catalog includes solutions for medical, IoT, robotics, and industrial devices.

 


Where Are Li-ion Battery Packs Used?

 

Industry Application Examples
Consumer Tech RC cars, drones, Bluetooth speakers, flashlights
Medical Devices Portable ventilators, monitors
Robotics Mobile AGVs, sensors, warehouse AMRs
EVs & Mobility E-scooters, bikes, skateboards
Industrial Backup systems, UPS, telecoms, solar power

 


How to Choose the Right Battery Pack

 

  1. Voltage (V): Match the system (e.g. 11.1V = 3S).

  2. Capacity (mAh): Determine runtime.

  3. Current (C-rating): Match peak power requirements.

  4. Size/Shape: Ensure the battery fits your product housing.

  5. Safety & BMS: Always include proper protection.

 

A well-designed Li-ion battery pack ensures long cycle life, thermal stability, and safe discharge—even under demanding loads.


Conclusion: Your Reliable Battery Partner

 

Whether you need a compact 7.4V 18650 battery pack for an IoT device, or a high-capacity 14.8V 18650/21700 pack , A&S Power offers proven solutions backed by years of R&D and manufacturing experience.


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