XTAR FC2 Smart Charger with 18650 2600mAh 4.5A Button Top Battery Bundle | Type-C Adjustable Current Kit for Flashlights

Product Description

This bundle combines the compact and straightforward XTAR FC2 2-slot smart charger with reliable XTAR 18650 2600mAh 4.5A lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. (Available in 1-Pack or 2-Pack options). The included 18650 battery delivers a stable 2600mAh capacity, a 3.7V nominal voltage, and a 4.5A maximum continuous discharge current. Featuring a Button Top positive terminal, it ensures excellent compatibility with mainstream flashlights . The XTAR FC2 charger features a convenient Type-C input, a 3-level adjustable charging current slider, independent dual-slot circuits, and intuitive 4-LED indicators. With comprehensive safety protections, this kit provides a practical, reliable, and efficient power management solution for your everyday devices.

Key Features

• Complete Power Kit: Includes one XTAR FC2 2-slot charger (with Type-C cable) and one or two XTAR 18650 2600mAh 4.5A batteries based on your selection.

• Reliable Battery Specifications: Features 2600mAh true capacity, a 3.7V nominal voltage, a 4.2V charging cut-off voltage, and a 4.5A maximum continuous discharge current. It features a Button Top positive terminal, perfectly suitable for standard flashlights. Weighing only 47g, it measures 18.8mm in diameter and 68.8mm in height.

• 3-Level Adjustable Charging Current: Features an intuitive physical slide switch that allows you to freely select the charging current between 0.5A x 2, 1.0A x 2, and 2.0A x 1, offering precise control for various battery capacities and charging speed preferences.

• Universal Type-C Input: Equipped with a standard Type-C port (DC 5V 2A), making it easy to power the charger via standard phone adapters, laptops, power banks, or car chargers.

• Dual Independent Slots: Supports mixed charging of 3.6V/3.7V Li-ion and 1.2V Ni-MH/Ni-CD batteries simultaneously without mutual interference.

• Intuitive 4-LED Indicator System: Real-time status display. Flowing/Blinking lights indicate charging or activation; 4 solid lights indicate fully charged; 4 simultaneous flashing lights indicate reverse polarity or short circuit protection.

• Comprehensive Safety Protections: Built-in over-current, over-voltage, over-charge, short-circuit, and reverse polarity protection, supported by an intelligent temperature control system for safe and stable charging.

Product Parameters

Charger (XTAR FC2):

• Model: XTAR FC2

• Input Power: DC 5V 2A (Type-C)

• Constant Charging Current: 2A x 1 / 1A x 2 / 0.5A x 2

• Charging Cut-off Voltage: 4.2 ± 0.04V

• Charging Cut-off Current: ≤150mA

• Operating Temperature: 0 - 40°C

• Supported Battery Types: 3.6V / 3.7V Li-ion (IMR/INR/ICR), 1.2V Ni-MH / Ni-CD

• Supported Li-ion Sizes: 10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22650, 25500, 26650

• Supported Ni-MH/Ni-CD Sizes: AAAA, AAA, AA, A, SC, C

Battery (XTAR 18650 2600mAh):

• Brand: XTAR

• Model: 18650 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

• Nominal Capacity: 2600mAh

• Nominal Voltage: 3.7V

• Charging Cut-off Voltage: 4.2V

• Max Continuous Discharge Current: 4.5A

• Positive Terminal: Button Top

• Weight: 47g

• Dimensions: 18.8 ± 0.3mm (Diameter) x 68.8 ± 0.5mm (Height)

Applications

• Daily charging and power supply for EDC flashlights and tactical lights.

• Efficient charging for standard 18650 cells in portable digital cameras and photography equipment.

• Convenient power management for remote control (RC) toys and model aircraft.

• A simple and versatile mixed-charging solution for both 3.7V Li-ion and 1.2V Ni-MH household batteries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is included in this bundle?
A1: The bundle includes one XTAR FC2 smart charger, one Type-C charging cable, one user manual, and either 1 or 2 units of the XTAR 18650 2600mAh 4.5A Button Top batteries based on your selected variant.

Q2: How do I change the charging current?
A2: Simply slide the physical switch located on the side of the charger to choose between the three current settings: 0.5A, 1.0A, or 2.0A. Note that the 2.0A setting supports only a single battery at a time.

Q3: What do the 4 LED lights indicate?
A3: Flowing or blinking lights indicate the battery is charging or being activated. 4 solid lights mean the battery is fully charged. 4 lights flashing simultaneously indicate that the battery is inserted incorrectly (reverse polarity) or a short circuit has occurred.

Q4: Can I charge a Li-ion and a Ni-MH battery at the same time?
A4: Yes. The FC2 features independent dual-slot circuitry, allowing you to charge a 3.7V Li-ion battery in one slot and a 1.2V Ni-MH battery in the other slot simultaneously.

Q5: Can I use this charger to charge 21700 batteries?
A5: Yes, the FC2 physically supports 21700 battery sizes. Please ensure they are standard size 21700 batteries without extra protection boards.XTAR FC2 Smart Charger with 18650 2600mAh 4.5A Button Top Battery Bundle | Type-C Adjustable Current Kit