Samsung INR21700-50E - The capacity giant (5000 mAh)
Description
Product information
The Samsung INR21700-50E (often simply "Samsung 50E") is a top-class lithium-ion cell when it comes to maximum energy density. With a whopping 5000 mAh this battery offers the technically achievable upper limit in capacity for commercially available 21700 cells. It is the exact counterpart to the Samsung 30T: While the 30T is designed for raw power (amperes), the 50E is purely optimised for runtime and endurance.
Highlights at a glance
- Maximum energy reserve: With 5000 mAh this cell offers almost double the runtime of an average 18650 battery (2600 mAh). It is ideal for applications that need to run for days without being recharged.
- Low-drain characteristic: This battery is not built for high-current applications. It delivers a maximum of 9.8 to 10 amps of continuous current. This is sufficient for normal torches (up to around 1500 lumens), power banks or e-bike motors (in combination), but not for high-performance tools.
- The standard for e-mobility: Due to the enormous range possible with these cells, they are found in the highest quality battery packs for e-bikes (e.g. Bosch PowerTube), e-scooters and electric cars (Tesla used similar chemistry).
- High cycle stability: The 50E is known for being very durable. With correct handling (charging/discharging in the medium range) it survives hundreds of charge cycles with only minor capacity loss.
- Ideal for "Powerwalls": Because of its good price-per-mAh ratio and durability, this is the most popular cell for DIY home storage (solar power storage).
50E vs. 40T vs. 30T – The decision
It is crucial to understand the difference to avoid disappointment:
- Samsung 30T: A racing car. Extremely fast (35A), but the tank is quickly empty (3000 mAh).
- Samsung 40T: A sports car. Fast (35A) and good tank (4000 mAh).
- Samsung 50E: A long-haul lorry. Not very fast (10A), but goes extremely far (5000 mAh). Important: Do not use the 50E in an e-cigarette at high wattages or an ultra-bright tactical torch in turbo mode. The voltage would drop immediately.
Features
| Model | Samsung INR21700-50E (Often also 50E2 or 50G) |
| Application | E-bike batteries (range!), energy storage, moderate torches |
| Nominal capacity | **5000 mAh** (typ.) / 4900 mAh (min.) |
| Nominal voltage | 3.6 V |
| End-of-charge voltage | 4.2 V (standard CC/CV charging) |
| Max. Discharge current | **9.8 A** (constant) / 14.7 A (pulse) - Do not overload! |
| Internal resistance | Medium (approx. 25-30 mOhm) – Becomes warm under heavy load |
| Protection circuit (PCB) | No (Unprotected / Flat Top) |
| Chemistry | INR / NMC (Optimised for energy density) |
| Dimensions (Ø x L in mm) | 21.1 x 70.7 (Standard 21700) |
| Weight (g) | approx. 69 |
FAQs about the Samsung 50E
What is the difference to the Samsung 50S?
The Samsung 50S is the newer, significantly more expensive development.
- 50E: 5000 mAh, max. 10A current. (endurance)
- 50S: 5000 mAh, max. 25A current. (endurance + power) If you need a lot of capacity AND a lot of current (e.g. for a very powerful lamp), the 50S is the better (but more expensive) choice. For normal applications, the 50E is perfectly sufficient.
How long does charging take?
As 5000 mAh is a lot of energy, charging takes longer. With a standard charger (1 ampere) it takes approx. 5 to 6 hours. However, the cell can also handle a charging current of 2 amperes, which reduces the charging time to around 3 hours. Use a high-quality charger (e.g. from Xtar or Nitecore).
Will it fit in my Olight Seeker / Warrior?
Mechanically yes (21700 format). Electrically it depends: most Olight torches use special 21700 batteries with both poles on one side ("Customised Battery"). A standard Samsung 50E does not work in these torches and cannot be charged there either.
Is it suitable for MTL vaping?
Yes. If you vape "mouth-to-lung" at low power (10 to 20 watts), the current flow is low enough (under 10A). With a 50E battery you will achieve phenomenal runtime of several days.Properties
| Capacity: | 4.9Ah |
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| Tension: | 3,6V |
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