3000mAh Battery – What It Means for Vape Power & Puff Count

Definition

A 3000mAh battery is a rechargeable lithium-ion power cell rated to deliver 3000 milliampere-hours of energy, the fuel tank for most modern 510 threadvape devices. In simple terms, the “mAh” number tells you how long the battery can supply one milliamp of current—so 3000mAh theoretically provides three amps for one hour, or one amp for three hours. For Australian vapers, this capacity hits the sweet spot between all-day portability and pocket-friendly size, comfortably powering mid-wattage mods, pod systems, and starter kits without constant recharging.

Technical Details

Internally, a 3000mAh cell is built from lithium cobalt or lithium manganese chemistry encased in a steel shell. Nominal voltage sits at 3.6–3.7V, charging to 4.2V maximum under a standard 1–2A USB-C or micro-USB current. Continuous discharge ratings (CDR) range from 15A to 35A depending on the model; high-drain versions are required for sub-ohm coils below 0.3Ω. Popular form factors include the 18650 battery (18mm × 65mm) and the larger 21700 battery (21mm × 70mm), both offering 3000mAh variants. Some built-in pod kits integrate a 3000mAh pouch cell, shaving weight but sealing the power source inside the chassis. Always match the CDR to your coil’s amp draw to stay within safe limits.

Usage & Tips

To get the longest life from your 3000mAh battery, recharge when the mod shows 20–30% rather than running it flat. Use the provided cable or an external charger rated for 1A; faster 2A charging is safe on quality cells but generates extra heat that shortens overall lifespan. Store spare batteries in a plastic case—never loose in pockets with coins or keys—to avoid hard shorts. If the wrap is nicked or the cell gets hot during use, retire it immediately. For those mixing 0mg nicotine clouds at 40W, expect roughly six to eight hours of puff time; higher wattages above 70W can drain the same 3000mAh in under three hours. Rotate two cells weekly to balance wear and extend total cycle count past 500 charges.

History & Context

When cig-a-likes dominated the early 2010s, vapers were stuck with 280mAh cells that died before lunchtime. The rise of 18650-format 3000mAh batteries around 2014—spearheaded by Sony, Samsung, and LG—gave box mods the stamina to fire sub-ohm tanks all day, sparking Australia’s cloud-chasing boom and cementing 3000mAh as the default capacity for single-battery devices.