Can I use this charger for 14500 batteries?

[Happy Domino38]

I have a charger with this information on it...

Nexcell Battery Charger - for NI-MH AA/AAA

The back sticker reads
SC-320 Class 2 Battery Charger NI-MH BATTERY
Input AC100-240V 50/60HZ
Output DC 2.82 V=800mA max
Charging Current 200-500mA

Thanks guys!!!

 

[Chrissie]

No you can't use that charger Domino. The NI-MH means it's for nickel-metal hydride (standard type rechargeable batteries)

The 14500 is a Li-ion (lithium) battery.

 

[Happy Domino38]

Thanks Chrissy! Didn't think so, but figured it doesn't hurt to ask!!

 

[MrNYFC]

Even though it *may* charge the battery, it will likely over or under-charge it, which will either cause it to fail or generally damage it. Play it safe and get a charger that is made to charge li-ion batteries.