{"product_id":"xtar-vc8-8-slot-smart-charger-8x-sony-murata-us18650-vtc5-flat-top-battery-kit-2600mah-20a","title":"XTAR VC8 8-Slot Smart Charger \u0026 8x Sony\/Murata US18650-VTC5 Flat Top Battery Kit (2600mAh 20A)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"6:1-6:19;176-194\"\u003eWhy This Bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"8:1-8:524;196-719\"\u003eThe Sony\/Murata VTC5 is one of the most respected high-drain 18650 cells on the market — combining a strong 2600mAh capacity with a true 20A continuous discharge rating. A set this size deserves a charger that can handle every cell at once while keeping tabs on their health. This bundle pairs 8 genuine Sony\/Murata VTC5 Flat Top batteries with the XTAR VC8, an 8-bay Type-C charger with real capacity testing, internal resistance detection, and independent monitoring for every slot — ready to use straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"12:1-12:54;726-779\"\u003eSony\/Murata US18650-VTC5 (Flat Top) Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\" data-sourcepos=\"14:1-26:127;781-1420\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSony\/Murata US18650-VTC5 (Flat Top)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNominal Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2600mAh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRated (Minimum) Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2500mAh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3.6V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMax Continuous Discharge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e20A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCharge Cutoff Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.20±0.05V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDischarge Cutoff Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2.5V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChemistry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNMC (Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide), high-drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCell Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e18650 (approx.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eΦ18.2–18.4mm × 65.0mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTerminal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlat Top — level positive terminal, suited for devices requiring full-surface contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHigh-performance flashlights, power tools, battery pack builds, and other high-drain applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"28:1-28:199;1422-1620\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: This is a high-drain, unprotected cell — avoid mixing with batteries of a different brand, model, or charge state, and inspect the wrap for damage before every use to prevent short circuits.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"32:1-32:25;1627-1651\"\u003eThe Charger: XTAR VC8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"34:1-42:139;1653-2881\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"34:1-34:102;1653-1754\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType-C input with QC3.0 support\u003c\/strong\u003e: up to 3A on a single bay when battery resistance is low enough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"35:1-35:124;1755-1878\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 adjustable current levels\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3A×1 \/ 2A×2 \/ 1A×4 \/ 0.5A×8 \/ 0.25A×8 — manually selectable to match your charging needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"36:1-36:81;1879-1959\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 independent charging slots\u003c\/strong\u003e: each bay monitored and controlled separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"37:1-37:216;1960-2175\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Capacity Test (Grading Mode)\u003c\/strong\u003e: on CH1–CH4, the VC8 tests true capacity through a charge–discharge–charge cycle at a stable 300mA discharge current, revealing whether a battery's stated capacity is accurate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"38:1-38:112;2176-2287\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e: charges or discharges batteries to their rated storage voltage to maximize battery lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"39:1-39:115;2288-2402\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Battery Type Detection\u003c\/strong\u003e: automatically identifies the battery and selects the optimal charging strategy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"40:1-40:127;2403-2529\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVA LCD Display\u003c\/strong\u003e: real-time voltage, current, mode, battery type, internal resistance, and charged capacity for every slot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"41:1-41:213;2530-2742\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Safety Protections\u003c\/strong\u003e: over-current, overcharge, over-voltage, and short-circuit protection; automatically stops after full charge; reverse-connection and over-discharge activation for protected cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"42:1-42:139;2743-2881\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt from fire-retardant PC\/ABS material\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a built-in \"Three-Stage Lithium Battery Charging System\" (Patent No. 201720828840.6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"46:1-46:48;2888-2935\"\u003eXTAR VC8 – Supported Battery Types \u0026amp; Voltage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"48:1-48:115;2937-3051\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with 3.6V\/3.7V Li-ion\/IMR\/INR\/ICR batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the Sony\/Murata VTC5 (18650) in this bundle:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"50:1-50:111;3053-3163\"\u003e10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22650, 25500, 26650\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-52:77;3165-3241\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso compatible with 1.2V Ni-MH\/Ni-Cd batteries:\u003c\/strong\u003e AAAA, AAA, AA, A, SC, C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"54:1-54:102;3243-3344\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnd-of-charge voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.20±0.05V (Li-ion) \/ 1.45±0.1V (NiMH) · \u003cstrong\u003eEnd-of-charge current:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;120mA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"58:1-58:23;3351-3373\"\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"60:1-60:316;3375-3690\"\u003eThe VC8's slider-style contacts accommodate battery lengths from 32mm to 76mm, fitting Flat Top batteries securely without any adapter. VTC5 Flat Top cells measure about 65.0mm, well within the VC8's compatible range. All 8 cells in this bundle can be charged simultaneously across the charger's 8 independent bays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"64:1-64:19;3697-3715\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"66:1-69:18;3717-3841\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"66:1-66:48;3717-3764\"\u003eSony\/Murata US18650-VTC5 Flat Top Battery × 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"67:1-67:23;3765-3787\"\u003eXTAR VC8 Charger × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"68:1-68:36;3788-3823\"\u003eUSB-A to USB-C Charging Cable × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"69:1-69:18;3824-3841\"\u003eUser Manual × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"73:1-73:15;3848-3862\"\u003eSafety Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"75:1-79:50;3864-4307\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"75:1-75:105;3864-3968\"\u003eStore batteries in a proper case, keeping them away from loose metal objects to prevent short circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"76:1-76:63;3969-4031\"\u003eNever disassemble, puncture, burn, or submerge the batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"77:1-77:70;4032-4101\"\u003eCharge only with a genuine, compatible charger such as the XTAR VC8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"78:1-78:156;4102-4257\"\u003eThe VTC5 is an unprotected, high-drain cell intended strictly for compatible, purpose-built devices — do not use it in unauthorized or modified equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"79:1-79:50;4258-4307\"\u003eNever discharge below 2.5V or charge above 4.2V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"83:1-83:7;4314-4320\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"85:1-86:183;4322-4579\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the XTAR VC8 charge Sony\/Murata VTC5 Flat Top batteries safely?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: Yes. The VC8 automatically detects Li-ion chemistry and applies the correct charging voltage (4.2V) and current for VTC5 cells, with independent monitoring on each of its 8 slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"88:1-89:257;4581-4891\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I charge all 8 batteries at the same time?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: Yes. The VC8 has 8 independent slots. At the default automatic setting, all 8 can charge simultaneously at up to 0.5A per slot; manually selecting a higher current level will use fewer slots at once (e.g., 3A on 1 slot, 2A on 2 slots, or 1A on 4 slots).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"91:1-92:140;4893-5102\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will Flat Top batteries sit properly in the VC8 charger slots?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: Yes. The VC8's slider-style contacts are designed to accommodate both Flat Top and Button Top cells without any adapter or modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"94:1-95:175;5104-5336\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I test if a VTC5 battery has lost capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: Use the VC8's Grading Mode on CH1–CH4. It runs a charge–discharge–charge cycle to measure true capacity, so you can identify batteries that no longer meet their rated mAh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"100:1-101:139;5653-5862\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the VC8 require a special power adapter for fast charging?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: For the fastest speeds (2A\/3A settings), a QC3.0-compatible USB-C adapter is required. 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