{"product_id":"awt-imr-18650-3000mah-battery","title":"AWT IMR 18650 3000mAh 40A Battery – Pack Of 2","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAWT IMR 18650 3000mAh 40A Battery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot the most exciting thing you will ever buy for your vape, but quite possibly the most important. The \u003cstrong\u003eAWT IMR 18650 holds 3000mAh per cell\u003c\/strong\u003e and handles a continuous draw of 20A, with pulse headroom up to 40A for those short, sharp pulls. Two cells in every pack. One vapes, one charges, you never run dry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIMR chemistry gives you a safer thermal profile than standard lithium cells, and the flat-top design slots into practically every 18650 mod on the market. \u003cstrong\u003ePirate Vapes\u003c\/strong\u003e carries only genuine \u003cstrong\u003eAWT stock\u003c\/strong\u003e, shipped tracked with age-verified checkout across the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy vapers choose this:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3000mAh capacity stretches a full day at moderate wattage, so you are not swapping cells every few hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20A continuous discharge covers sub-ohm builds on regulated mods without stressing the cell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIMR chemistry runs cooler under load and carries a lower thermal runaway risk than ICR alternatives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePack of 2 means a ready-made married pair for dual-battery mods or a rotation for single-cell setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine AWT cells are sold through Pirate Vapes with tracked, age-verified shipping on every UK order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAWT IMR 18650 3000mAh 40A Battery Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3000mAh Goes Further Than You Think\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a regulated mod between 40W and 60W, one fully charged cell will get most people through the day. Push past 80W, and you will notice the meter dropping by mid-afternoon, but that is exactly why there are two in the pack. Swap, charge, carry on. Heavier vapers who chain through tanks should keep both cells topped up and ready.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20A Continuous Is the Number That Counts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForget the 40A on the label for a moment. That is pulse, not sustained. The real figure for safe, all-day vaping sits at 20A, and that covers the vast majority of regulated mod builds without issue. Sub-ohm at 0.3 or 0.4 ohms? Comfortable territory. Anything below 0.2 ohms on a mech, and you should be running the maths before you fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIMR Means Fewer Worries Under the Wrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLithium manganese cells handle heat differently from standard ICR. They stay more stable when pushed, recover better from deep discharge, and are less prone to venting under stress. For anyone running a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/box-mods\" target=\"_blank\" title=\" Box Mod \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Box Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at higher wattages daily, IMR is the chemistry you want sitting inside your device. It is not a marketing gimmick. It is a genuine safety difference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlat Top Fits Almost Everything\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo raised button on the positive terminal. Just a flat cap that makes clean contact with spring-loaded pins and sled-style battery doors across nearly every 18650 mod going. Geekvape, Voopoo, Vaporesso, Smok, Innokin, and the rest. If the spec sheet says 18650, these fit. Still worth checking polarity markings inside the bay before you close the door, though. Every single time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs Work Better Than Singles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual-battery mods need married cells. That means two batteries bought together, charged together, and retired together. Mixing old cells with fresh ones creates uneven discharge, which is bad for performance and worse for safety. AWT packs these as a pair so you start with a proper marriage from the first charge. Even single-mod users benefit from the rotation. One in, one on the charger. No downtime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Set Up the AWT IMR 18650 3000mAh 40A Battery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck both cells before anything else. Run your finger around the wrap and look for nicks, tears, or dents. A damaged wrap can short against the mod housing, and that is not a risk worth taking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharge both batteries fully on a dedicated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/chargers-and-cables\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/chargers-and-cables\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Battery Charger\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/chargers-and-cables\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Battery Charger\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eattery Charger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before first use. Do not rely on USB passthrough charging through the mod unless the manufacturer specifically says it is safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop the cell into the battery bay, positive end first, following the polarity symbols stamped inside the door. Wrong way round, and the mod will not fire. On some devices, reversed insertion can cause real damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLock the battery door, power on, and start at a lower wattage. Work your way up until you find your spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the mod flashes a low battery warning, pull the cell, slot in your charged spare, and put the flat one straight on the charger. Never run it below 2.5V.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the AWT IMR 18650 3000mAh 40A Battery Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo \u003cstrong\u003eAWT IMR 18650 cells\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is the lot. No charger included, no carrying case, no mod. If you do not already have a standalone charger with overcharge protection, sort that out before these arrive. And grab a plastic battery case while you are at it. Loose 18650 cells rattling around in a pocket with keys or coins are genuinely dangerous. Not a scare tactic. It has caused fires.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for Vape Mods and High-Drain Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese cells fit any\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-mods\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-mods\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vape Mod\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-mods\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vape Mod\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eape Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a removable 18650 battery bay. Single-cell tube mods, dual-cell box mods, regulated setups from the major brands, all of them. If your device has a removable battery door and calls for an 18650, the AWT slots in. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor dual-battery setups, use both cells from the same pack as a married pair. Never mix brands, never mix old with new, and swap them into alternating slots each time you recharge so they wear evenly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout AWT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAWT has been turning out high-drain lithium cells for the vaping market since the early days of sub-ohm culture. They sit in a comfortable spot between budget cells and premium names like Samsung and Sony, offering solid performance without the price tag to match. The 18650 line is their bread and butter, and it shows. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIMR chemistry across the range, consistent capacity ratings, and enough stock in UK shops that replacements are never hard to find. Not a brand that shouts about itself, but one that vapers keep coming back to when the old pair finally loses its edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock Up and Save\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo cells per pack, and a healthy pair will last anywhere from six months to a year, depending on how hard you push them. Grab a couple of packs, and you have got a full rotation sorted for the foreseeable.\u003cstrong\u003e Pirate Vapes\u003c\/strong\u003e wraps and separates every battery for transit so nothing shifts or shorts in the post. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrders go out tracked, checkout is age-verified and 18+ only, and every cell sold meets UK safety standards. No corner-cutting on compliance, no mystery rewraps. Just genuine\u003cstrong\u003e AWT stock \u003c\/strong\u003edispatched properly and delivered fast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConclusion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo cells, \u003cstrong\u003e3000mAh each\u003c\/strong\u003e, 20A continuous, IMR chemistry, flat top. That is the whole story. The \u003cstrong\u003eAWT IMR 18650\u003c\/strong\u003e does not try to be anything fancy. It just gives you dependable power for your mod, day after day, charge after charge. The pair setup means you always have a spare on the go, and the \u003cstrong\u003eIMR \u003c\/strong\u003echemistry keeps things safer under load than cheaper alternatives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your device runs on \u003cstrong\u003e18650 cells\u003c\/strong\u003e and you need a reliable rotation without spending big, this is the pack to grab. Pick yours up from \u003cstrong\u003ePirate Vapes\u003c\/strong\u003e with tracked UK delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long will a full charge last?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepends entirely on wattage. Between 40W and 60W, most vapers get a solid day from one cell. Above 80W, expect half a day. The second cell in the pack is there for exactly that reason.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the 40A rating safe to build around?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The 40A is a pulse figure, not continuous. Independent testing puts the real burst closer to 30A. Always build around the 20A continuous rating. That is your safe ceiling for sustained draws.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use these in a dual-battery mod?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsolutely. Use both cells from the same pack as a married pair. Charge and discharge them together, rotate their slot positions, and retire them at the same time. Mixing mismatched cells in a dual mod creates uneven drain, which is unsafe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need a separate charger?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. There is no built-in charging port on these cells. A standalone charger with overcharge cutoff is the safest option. Check the vape battery charger range at Pirate Vapes for compatible options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill this fit a pod kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlmost certainly not. Pod kits nearly always use sealed internal batteries. The AWT 18650 is built for vape mods and box mods with removable battery bays. Confirm your device takes a removable 18650 before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should I replace them?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen a full charge drains noticeably quicker than it used to, or your mod reads lower voltage than normal on a fresh cell, the battery is past its peak. Most 18650 cells hold up for 300 to 500 full cycles before capacity drops off enough to notice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AWT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52574802608410,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/5675\/3690\/files\/AWT_IMR_18650_3000mAh_40A_Battery.jpg?v=1784801438","url":"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/products\/awt-imr-18650-3000mah-battery","provider":"Pirate Vapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}