{"product_id":"xtar-vc2l-18650-battery-charger2-bay-lcd-display-2a-smart-universal-charger-for-rechargeable-batteries-ni-mh-ni-cd-aa-aaa-3-7v-li-ion-battery-21700-26650-14500-16650","title":"XTAR VC2L 2-Bay Smart Battery Charger | 2A Fast Charge with Color VA LCD Display for 3.6V\/3.7V Li-ion 18650 21700 \u0026 1.2V Ni-MH AA AAA","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe XTAR VC2L is a highly capable, redesigned 2-slot smart battery charger that bridges the gap between compact size and upgraded performance. Featuring a vibrant color VA LCD display with an innovative gauge-style interface, it provides clear real-time data on battery voltage, charging current, and charged capacity. The VC2L utilizes an upgraded extendable spring-loaded slot design, specifically engineered to safely accommodate protected 20700 and 21700 batteries—a significant advantage over many standard chargers. With a USB Type-C input, adjustable 2A single-slot fast charging, and intelligent 0V activation, this charger delivers a professional, reliable, and highly compatible charging experience for all your Li-ion and Ni-MH batteries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUpgraded Extendable Battery Slots: Features a newly designed spring-loaded bay that securely accommodates a wide range of sizes, including protected 20700 and 21700 batteries, alongside standard 18650 and other cylindrical cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInnovative Color VA LCD Display: Equipped with a high-contrast color screen using a creative gauge-style interface. It clearly displays real-time battery voltage, charging current gear, charged capacity (mAh), and battery type (Li-ion or Ni-MH).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e2A Single-Slot Fast Charging: Supports adjustable charging currents: 2A for a single slot, 1A for two slots simultaneously, or 0.5A for two slots simultaneously. This allows you to quickly power up high-capacity batteries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSmart Type-C Input: Features a modern USB Type-C port (5V 2.1A), allowing for effortless power connection using standard phone adapters, laptops, power banks, or car chargers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIntelligent Charging Algorithms \u0026amp; 0V Activation: Automatically identifies battery types and applies optimized charging strategies: TC-CC-CV (Trickle-CC-CV) for Li-ion batteries, and precise 0ΔV \/ -ΔV pulse charging for Ni-MH\/Ni-CD batteries. Built-in 0V activation safely revives over-discharged batteries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eComprehensive Safety Protection: Built-in over-current, over-voltage, over-charge, short-circuit, and reverse polarity protection (the screen displays \"Err\" upon reversal). Intelligent temperature control ensures a safe and stable charging process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eModel: XTAR VC2L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eInput Power: DC 5V 2.1A (Type-C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eConstant Charging Current: 2A x 1 \/ 1A x 2 \/ 0.5A x 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCharging Cut-off Voltage: 4.2 ± 0.05V (Li-ion) \/ 1.45 ± 0.1V (Ni-MH)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCharging Cut-off Current: ≤150mA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOperating Temperature: 0 - 40°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDimensions: 136 x 63 x 33 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eNet Weight: 115g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSupported Battery Types: 3.6V \/ 3.7V Li-ion (IMR\/INR\/ICR), 1.2V Ni-MH \/ Ni-CD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSupported Li-ion Sizes: 10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17335, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22650, 25500, 26650\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSupported Ni-MH\/Ni-CD Sizes: AAAA, AAA, AA, A, SC, C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUpgrade Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This charger supports protected 20700 and 21700 batteries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUpgraded daily charging station for EDC tactical flashlights and headlamps using protected 21700 cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent; color: inherit; font-size: inherit; letter-spacing: inherit; text-decoration-line: underline;\"\u003eEfficient power maintenance for 1.2V AA\/AAA \u003c\/span\u003eNi-MH\u003cspan style=\"background-color: transparent; color: inherit; font-size: inherit; letter-spacing: inherit; text-decoration-line: underline;\"\u003e batteries in digital cameras and remote controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProfessional battery management for high-drain RC drones and model aircraft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAn all-in-one, future-proof charging solution for a wide collection of cylindrical batteries, from small 10440 cells to large 26650 cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ1: Can the XTAR VC2L charge protected 20700 and 21700 batteries?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA1: Yes. This is one of the VC2L's key upgrades. It features a re-engineered extendable spring-loaded slot specifically designed to safely accommodate protected 20700 and 21700 batteries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ2: What is the maximum charging current of the VC2L?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA2: The VC2L offers three adjustable charging currents: 2A for a single slot (2Ax1), 1A for two slots simultaneously (1Ax2), and 0.5A for two slots simultaneously (0.5Ax2). You can switch between modes by clicking the button below the screen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ3: What does the color VA LCD display show?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA3: The innovative gauge-style display provides real-time, easy-to-read information including battery voltage, charging current gear, charged capacity (mAh), and battery type. If a battery is inserted incorrectly, the screen will clearly display \"Err\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ4: How does the 0V activation feature work?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA4: If a lithium battery has been over-discharged to an extremely low voltage (near 0V), the VC2L will automatically detect it and apply a safe, low current to gently reactivate the battery's protection circuit, often successfully restoring it to a usable state.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQ5: Can I charge a Li-ion and a Ni-MH battery at the same time?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA5: Yes. The VC2L features two completely independent charging circuits. You can safely charge a 3.6V\/3.7V Li-ion battery in one slot and a 1.2V Ni-MH battery in the other slot simultaneously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XTAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51454143922422,"sku":"OAS329","price":20.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/2753\/6886\/files\/xtar-vc2l-lcd-dual-slot-charger-main_6640f2e5-18f7-4a50-be81-6f1066ca460b.webp?v=1786965688","url":"https:\/\/oneandes.com\/products\/xtar-vc2l-18650-battery-charger2-bay-lcd-display-2a-smart-universal-charger-for-rechargeable-batteries-ni-mh-ni-cd-aa-aaa-3-7v-li-ion-battery-21700-26650-14500-16650","provider":"OneAndes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}