AC Powered 'Fast charging' chargers

[AngeNZ]

I know it's not ideal on the battery to be fast charged @ 2a but I'm looking for a charger that is capable of 2a charging in at least 2 slots. Mainly for 18650 batteries. I normally charge at 0.5a or 1a - but want the option of faster charging.

Must be AC powered and at least a 2 slot charger. So far I'm aware of the following:
Efest Luc v4
Nitecore SC2
Miboxer c4-12

If you know of any others, or have feedback on any of these chargers it is appreciated

 

[greek mule]

Miboxer c4-12 (your list) does 4x0.375 A 2x0.75 A 1x1.5 A Not 2 A option.
4x 0.1A, 0.2A, 0.3A, 0.5A, 0.8A, 1A, 1.5A, 2A, 2.5A, 3A
Other chargers:

Folomov A2
AC Input: 100V - 265V 50/60Hz
DC Input: 12V 3A
Total Output Current: 5.0A
Channel One Output Current: 0.25A / 0.5A / 1.0A / 2.0A
Channel Two Output Current: 0.25A / 0.5A / 1.0A / 2.0A / 3.0A

xtar X4
2Ax2/ 1Ax4/ 0.5Ax4

xtar Dragon VP4 Plus
1Ax4 2Ax2

 

[tailland]

and Folomov A4, can do up to 4*2A or 2*3A+2*1A

 

[HigherStateD]

Nitecore q4 can do 2A *2 or 1A *4


If you'd be willing to sacrifice half an amp, I prefer the um4

 

[Heartsdelight]

Put a hold on the Nitecore SC2 Mooch is retesting 2 new chargers he acquired. One of the Nitecore SC2 that was sent to him from Element Vape failed badly.

 

[Mordacai]

@AngeNZ, the 4 slot SkyRC MC3000 charger will do upto 3A on all 4 slots. Can even charge 21700's and can be programmed for optimal charge rate of 0.5C in 0.01A increments.

Downside is that it's expensive, upside is they're a really decent charger.

 

[bigbob2322]

I am receiving the new XTAR ST2 fast charger from XTAR to review hopefully on Monday.

 

[Mordacai]

@bigbob2322, Xstar ST2 is a USB powered charger!

 

[madstabber]

The Miboxer C4-12 does up to 3a on all 4 bays. It charges my 18650’s in a hair over an hour when I let it decide the charge rate and it keeps them pretty cool in the process. It’s capable of some magic because my Xtar and Liitokala both get my cells warmer at a lesser charge rate. I’m not sure how it does it but the Miboxer is quite impressive and it’s nice and roomy making 21700 and 26650 charging easy with insertion and removal of the cells a breeze.
I highly recommend the Miboxer C4-12 because of the reasons listed above and it’s well built and not very expensive at around $30-40. Best investment I’ve made in the Charger realm and a Best Buy if you are looking for a fast charger. Good luck with whatever charger you choose.

 

[bigbob2322]

USB that connects to a AC wall charger.

 

[madstabber]

Miboxer c4-12 (your list) does 4x0.375 A 2x0.75 A 1x1.5 A Not 2 A option.

Other chargers:

Folomov A2
AC Input: 100V - 265V 50/60Hz
DC Input: 12V 3A
Total Output Current: 5.0A
Channel One Output Current: 0.25A / 0.5A / 1.0A / 2.0A
Channel Two Output Current: 0.25A / 0.5A / 1.0A / 2.0A / 3.0A

Xtar X4
2Ax2/ 1Ax4/ 0.5Ax4

Xtar Dragon VP4 Plus
1Ax4 2Ax2

Not sure where you got those numbers for the Miboxer C4-12 but they are wrong. It can do up to 3a on all 4 slots. It also has a lot more options for charge rates that you have listed.

 

[Mordacai]

It's a massive con @bigbob2322, Xtar ST2 requires a USB-C PD power supply capable of aprox 60 Watts to charge 2 cells at 4.1A.

That's just more expense to shorten the lifespan of your cells, just for convenience.

 

[greek mule]

Not sure where you got those numbers for the Miboxer C4-12 but they are wrong. It can do up to 3a on all 4 slots. It also has a lot more options for charge rates that you have listed.

Thank you.I edit it.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

I know it's not ideal on the battery to be fast charged @ 2a but I'm looking for a charger that is capable of 2a charging in at least 2 slots. Mainly for 18650 batteries. I normally charge at 0.5a or 1a - but want the option of faster charging.

Must be AC powered and at least a 2 slot charger. So far I'm aware of the following:
Efest Luc v4
Nitecore SC2
Miboxer c4-12

If you know of any others, or have feedback on any of these chargers it is appreciated

I recently bought an XTAR X2 (2 bay) for my 20700 and 21700 batteries and am very happy with it. It has good reviews from the folks in the flashlight forums and does up to 2A. It can handle all the popular types of batteries.

For my 18650's I use a Nitecore SC4. I like that you can program the charge you want per bay up to 3A (I don't go there) and it's VERY easy to setup and use. I've had that since it was released and it works great.
Hope that helps.

 

[HigherStateD]

Apparently, the xtar ST2 can do 4A*2

 

[Mordacai]

Yes @HigherStateD, with a USB-C PD 2.0 power supply with at least 60 watts. They're not cheap either.

 

[charlie1465]

I've just bought the Xstar 4 bay charger. It comes with a USB hook up but I plan to use one of my old samsung chargers so it should be sufficient for my needs.

It came around two weeks ago but it's still in the cupboard waiting for me to play

 

[Jazzman]

I recently bought an XTAR X2 (2 bay) for my 20700 and 21700 batteries and am very happy with it. It has good reviews from the folks in the flashlight forums and does up to 2A. It can handle all the popular types of batteries.

According to the specs, this charger can do 2A if only charging 1 battery. If charging 2 batteries it is 1A per battery slot. The OP wanted 2A in 2 slots concurrently.

 

[bigbob2322]

Just arrived for testing , the XTAR ST2.