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Rectangular black lithium-polymer laptop battery with model label A1494

PISKEKAT

PISKEKAT A1494 8440mAh 11.26V laptop battery

SKU CH-V9VF-245KS MPN A1494

Replacement Li-polymer battery for 15-inch MacBook Pro Retina models from late 2013 to early 2015, rated at 8440 mAh and 11.26 V

  • Battery TypeLaptop Batteries
  • 8440 mAh capacity extends unplugged runtime
  • 1500-plus recharge cycles support long-term daily use
  • 26 V Li-Polymer chemistry delivers stable power output
  • Six-fold protection chip prevents over-heat, over-charge and short-circuit damage
  • Fits MacBook Pro 15-inch A1398 models from late 2013, mid 2014 and early 2015

Replacement for MacBook Pro 15 A1398

This new PISKEKAT A1494 battery fits MacBook Pro 15 inch Retina models from Late 2013, Mid 2014 and Early 2015. It replaces Apple part numbers A1494 and A1618. The lithium-polymer pack is rated at 8440mAh and 11.26V for 95.03Wh of capacity. It is sold as a direct replacement for the original internal battery.

Upgraded 6.2 version with installation guide

The supplier describes this unit as an upgraded 6.2 version using A-grade cells from the same manufacturer with weekly refreshed inventory. An upgraded protection chip provides six safeguards including over-heat, over-charge and short-circuit protection to prevent swelling. The package includes one battery and one printed installation instruction sheet for self-installation.

Check your exact model and year before ordering

Confirm that your MacBook Pro is the 15 inch Retina A1398 released in Late 2013, Mid 2014 or Early 2015. Verify the original battery carries part number A1494 or A1618. Other 15 inch MacBook Pro generations use different battery designs and connectors that are not compatible with this replacement.

Highlights

  • 8440 mAh capacity extends unplugged runtime
  • 1500-plus recharge cycles support long-term daily use
  • 26 V Li-Polymer chemistry delivers stable power output
  • Six-fold protection chip prevents over-heat, over-charge and short-circuit damage
  • Fits MacBook Pro 15-inch A1398 models from late 2013, mid 2014 and early 2015

Specifications

Battery TypeLaptop Batteries

Questions about this item

How many charge cycles can the A1494 battery handle before it needs replacement?

The A1494 battery is rated for more than 1500 recharge cycles over its lifespan, so replacement timing depends on how often you fully charge and discharge it.

What is the first limit reached during sustained use of this 8440mAh 11.26V battery?

The 95.03Wh capacity defines the runtime ceiling; once the stored energy is depleted the MacBook Pro 15-inch A1398 will shut down until recharged.

Does the upgraded chip in this Li-Polymer battery generate extra heat or noise during all-day operation?

The six-fold protection chip manages temperature, over-charge and short-circuit risks silently; the battery itself has no moving parts, so it adds no audible noise.

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