Battery Basics
Guide to Battery Ratings: mAh, Wh, and C-Rate
Battery ratings like mAh, Wh, and C-rate describe capacity, energy content, and charge/discharge speed—but they only reflect ideal test conditions, not always real-world performance. To choose the right battery, you must interpret these values together, account for temperature, load, and aging effects, and focus on actual energy (Wh) and application needs rather than marketing numbers.