Battery Charger Recommendations

[Brian Calef]

I didn't see a section specifically for Batter chargers and batteries and i'm new to the forums so I figured I would post this here.

I'm currently using AW 18650 3.7V 2000 mAh button top batteries for my Provari V2 and charging them with a Trust Fire TR-003P4 charger. Every now and then the batteries seem to never finish charging.(the light never changes from red to green) I have confirmed that its not a specific battery either. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a higher end charging device for AW 18650 3.7V 2000 mAh button top batteries?

 

[LX1X]

Did you check the battery charge using a multimeter? If its the battery not holding charge?

I use intellicharger i4 with no issues so far.

 

[Fittytigsic]

Hmm I have the same charger and it seems to work fine. I will watch out for it to mess up though thanks for the heads up. And I'm sorry its not working

 

[PhatRon]

NiteCore IntelliCharger i2 Charger
Nitecore IntelliCharger i4 Battery Charger

 

[Topwater Elvis]

Xtar, Nitcore & Pila chargers are the most often recommended.

I'm now using an Efest luc multifunction because it was the only one i could find locally when I needed it.
So far it has been accurate reliable and done a fine job.

 

[Brian Calef]

Thanks for the sugestions!

LX1X, yes both batteries hold a charge. Even when the Light does not turn to green the batteries seem to last their normal amount of time.

 

[ctkid57]

Yes Nitecore charger.

 

[The Ministry]

+1 to Nitecore (2 or 4) Both brilliant.

I was using a TR-001 and it was taking an absolute age to charge anything. I never really felt safe leaving the immediate area when it was on charge either...

Saying that, it did eventually charge everything, but slowly, and it still works so meh.

Got a Nitecore and I just feel safer, feels and looks like an all round better product, and for the money it's a good buy

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Review from 2 1/2 yrs ago gave the TR003P4 a thumbs up but was VERY slow charging. My first PV was a Mech Mod Starter Kit and included was the Tr-001. Also bought spare Tr-001. Took approx 6-7 hrs to charge a 2250 batt. My Nitecore i2 charges them in about 4 hours....the Tr-001 you ask, the shutoff chip failed, batteries were overheating and for safety sake I threw the whole lot in the garbage.
Also owned a Xtar but sold it to a friend in need.

 

[teahea]

I am using an xtar, and couldn't be more satisifed. Just my recommendation based on personal use.