Charger for 18350

[mattrhdr]

I have a Trustfire Multifunctional charger. It says it will charge 10430 10440 14500 16340 17670 18500 and 18650. Will this charger charge a AW IMR 18350 battery? Id appreciate some help, Thanks

Cheers, Matt

 

[SirSteve]

It should, at least one reviewer on Amazon states they charge 18350's with it. An AW 18350 should be just about the same as an AW 18650 other than the size, so the charger shouldn't have a problem with it as long as it fits into it. Just be aware that you cannot charge disposable batteries in any charger, bad things tend to happen.

 

[Racehorse]

does it have sliders on it?

If not then you will need extensions cuz the 18350s are very short.

edit: sorry, saw you already bought it before I wrote the below:


Personally, I wouldn't use a TR-oo1. There are way better chargers out there, and these tend to "whine" sometimes, tooo.

Charger is very important. Check out the ones at RTD .....Xtars are on sale.......Nitecores are great, too.

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

Never trust a battery or a charger with the word fire in the name.

Edit to add: The first two digits in a battery spec refer to its diameter. The second two refer to its length. If a charger can handle 18mm diameter batteries, you may be fine, but some may require a spacer.

I echo the recommendations to invest in a good charger that can handle multiple diameters and lengths. Nitecores, Xtars and Pilas are among the best.

 

[Racehorse]

If you're ONLY gonna charge 18350s, I like this one:

https://www.rtdvapor.com/online-store/battery-chargers/xtar-mp2-detail

on sale now too. Neat, small, simple, and works good

 

[mattrhdr]

It should, at least one reviewer on Amazon states they charge 18350's with it. An AW 18350 should be just about the same as an AW 18650 other than the size, so the charger shouldn't have a problem with it as long as it fits into it. Just be aware that you cannot charge disposable batteries in any charger, bad things tend to happen.

Yes i am aware. I will be using the AW IMR 18350's 700mAh

 

[DoogieTony]

So does that mean you're looking at the VV Grand?

I'd suggest getting a good charger and keeping the trustfire as a backup.

RTD vapor has a 20% off sale on all Xtar chargers (until the 20th) and you can use the code ECF5 for and extra 5% off

 

[mattrhdr]

I actually decided against the REO just because of my job so I need a small sturdy one. Ive decided to give the Provari mini a shot. So i would imagine the charger off the provape site would be suitable for the 18350?

 

[mattrhdr]

Or maybe it would be cheaper just to buy the provari mini from provape. and buy 2 AW IMR 18350's from rtd and that small charger Racehorse recommended

NVM. rtd doesnt ship to canada

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

I actually decided against the REO just because of my job so I need a small sturdy one. Ive decided to give the Provari mini a shot. So i would imagine the charger off the provape site would be suitable for the 18350?

Yes, sir. If Provape recommends it for their devices, you should trust it.

 

[Racehorse]

I echo the recommendations to invest in a good charger that can handle multiple diameters and lengths. Nitecores, Xtars and Pilas are among the best.

The other thing people don't think about is that a good charger will take care of the health and longevity of your batteries.

Heck, I only use AW batts and they are not cheap. The cheap chargers have terrible charging algorithms, and cheap chargers are often constant current, which is not good.

A good charger is also safer in that it won't overcharge your batteries (which would also decrease their lifespan.)

I think the sweet spot for price and size is probably the Xtar WP2 II (for those who are charging different sizes of batts like I am)

* The WP2 II has the USB output , that's what I love about it, you can charge your cell phone on it!

~Laura~

 

[Racehorse]

I actually decided against the REO just because of my job so I need a small sturdy one. Ive decided to give the Provari mini a shot. So i would imagine the charger off the provape site would be suitable for the 18350?

Reos can take a beating, but i don't know what the requirements of your job are.

After a year of "playing" around wiht about 25 reasonably priced mods, if you made me choose, for VV I'd get a Provari and a VV REO. So far, those have been the best vapes in the price range of staying under or around $200. I love both of these.

And than have a mechanical backup.

 

[tA71ana]

So does that mean you're looking at the VV Grand?

I'd suggest getting a good charger and keeping the trustfire as a backup.

RTD vapor has a 20% off sale on all Xtar chargers (until the 20th) and you can use the code ECF5 for and extra 5% off

I just pulled the trigger on the XTAR VP1...I have been lusting after that one for a while but the almost 50.00 price tag was prohibitive...I bought it on sale and used that ECF5 for the extra 5% off At RTD Vapor
Thanks for the coupon code!

 

[mattrhdr]

Yeah i just placed an order for the provari mini, with the charger and 2 AW IMR 18350 700mAh batts. Pretty stoked to try it out

 

[SirSteve]

Yeah i just placed an order for the provari mini, with the charger and 2 AW IMR 18350 700mAh batts. Pretty stoked to try it out

I'm sure you'll be happy with that combo. Congrats.

 

[DoogieTony]

Yeah i just placed an order for the provari mini, with the charger and 2 AW IMR 18350 700mAh batts. Pretty stoked to try it out

Cool man, I have a full size Provari and a Reo grand. They're both great PVs, I think you'll dig the Provari. Really, since you're not into RDAs yet the Provari might suit your needs better at this point.

Don't count out the REO for your next pv tho, its one helluva vape machine

 

[DoogieTony]

I just pulled the trigger on the XTAR VP1...I have been lusting after that one for a while but the almost 50.00 price tag was prohibitive...I bought it on sale and used that ECF5 for the extra 5% off At RTD Vapor
Thanks for the coupon code!

No problem! How can you pass up 25% off new shinies

 

[mattrhdr]

Cool man, I have a full size Provari and a Reo grand. They're both great PVs, I think you'll dig the Provari. Really, since you're not into RDAs yet the Provari might suit your needs better at this point.

Don't count out the REO for your next pv tho, its one helluva vape machine

haha yeah it will definetly be the next one I look into. Also do you think having 2 fully charged AW IMR 18350 700mAh batts would last me a full day with the provari mini. I usually vape around 3.5ml a day in a protank

 

[SissySpike]

you can get some battery magnet spacers if the 18350s are to small for your charger its a pretty cost efficient fix after spending so much money.

Im surprised the REO fans have not weighed in on your unintentional slam of the REO durability compared a Provari.

 

[mattrhdr]

you can get some battery magnet spacers if the 18350s are to small for your charger its a pretty cost efficient fix after spending so much money.

Im surprised the REO fans have not weighed in on your unintentional slam of the REO durability compared a Provari.

I was told through PMs that they are tough and durable. Maybe its not necessary for them to weigh in as I have already made my decision and said that the REO would be my next vape to look into. But the provari mini seems like it would be easier for carrying around in my front pocket rather than a REO, due to the fact that I work construction as an electrician.