Is there such a thing as a good & inexpensive charger for AW IMR 18650 batteries?

[ghh3rd]

I started vaping a few months ago, and my son and I are getting some parts together to build a box mod. I know that the batteries are a crucial part, so I'm going to order AW batteries although they are a bit more expensive, but seem highly regarded. (Is there a reliable source of non-counterfeit AW batteries?)

I know that the charger is probably as important as the battery, but I'm on a budget... so I need to ask what the best low-end charger is for the money. Someday I'll get a better charger, but just need one that's "good enough" for now, safe, and won't ruin my batteries.

Thanks!

Randy

 

[sonicdsl]

Hi Randy,

Welcome to ECF! There is an excellent resource here: AW Batteries - Authorised Dealers , for information about AW batteries vs. counterfeits. If you look on the right-hand side, under "Resources", you'll also see links for Authorized dealers in the US and in the UK.

I hope this helps!

 

[ghh3rd]

Thanks for that info.

I looked at this site AW IMR 18650 20A - Kidney Puncher and they seem to sell genuine AW batteries ... if I order from them I guess I'll find out when I get them.

Regarding the charger - any suggestions there?

Thanks

 

[ghh3rd]

Here's what they post on their web site:

"We sell only Genuine AW batteries. We buy them directly from AW, never from a third party. Each battery is tested before being shipped. We also add our own tamper proof label with a unique serial number / bar code to each battery. We suggest you use this identifying information to track your battery lifespan / usage."

 

[dabears34]

I can vouch for the XTAR WP2. I have owned and used this charger exclusively for over a year without a problem. Its durable, has not over or undercharged and it doesn't chew up battery wraps. You can pick one up for around $20 without the car charger.

 

[3mg Meniere]

Battery Chargers | Lightning Vapes

 

[AndriaD]

I've been very pleased with my Efest Luc2 (2 battery bays) -- they also have a Luc4. I bought the Luc2 when I got a mech, and realized I needed a quick and easy way to check battery voltage. I paid $25 for my Luc2 back in august; maybe cheaper now.

Andria

 

[Katya]

Nitecore and Xtar are good and reasonably priced.

You can find a very inexpensive Nitecore Intellicharge (2-bay) on Fasttech and on Amazon.

 

[ckquatt]

Kidney puncher is good peeps! Ive ordered batts from them and RTD all the time. I have an Xtar 2 bay charger with the digital screen. I dont know the model number. Its been fantastic!

Edit: it's the VP1. it's been a fantastic charger!!