C-rate:The C-rate is the rate at which a battery is discharged. It is usually expressed in terms of the battery’s capacity, in ampere-hours (Ah), or in milliampere-hours (mAh). For example, a battery with a capacity of 1 Ah can be discharged at a rate of 1 A for 1 hour, or at a rate of 2 A for half an hour.