Charger XTAR VP4 Plus DRAGON do 18650/26650

XTAR VP4 Plus DRAGON 10440-32650 USB charger for Li-ION/Ni-MH/Ni-CD 4 channels

A true dragon of functionality !

If you're looking for an advanced smart charger then the XTAR VP4 Plus Dragon, created by XTAR, has all the latest features, for demanding users. Four independent charging channels that support a wide range of Li-ION, Ni-MH and Ni-CD batteries. Equipped with an innovative LCD screen, and matching sockets, it can charge a wide range of batteries from AAAA, AAA/R03, AA/R6, R14/C, R20/D, 10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22650, 25500, 26650, 32650. The charger cannot charge protected Li-ION batteries in sizes: 20700 and 21700.

What distinguishes the VP4 Plus DRAGON charger ?

• Three-stage processor-controlled TC/CC/CV charging process
• Four independent charging channels
• Maximum 2A per channel
  
• Soft start charging technology ensures longer cell life
• Charge indicator for each channel
• Compact, portable package - easy to carry
• Automatically selects the most appropriate charging current (2A / 1A / 0.5A) for batteries to maximize battery life
• 0V Reactivation function can save "dead" batteries
• Protection: short circuit, thermal, reverse polarity protection
• Can charge size 10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22650, 25500, 26650, 32650 at 3.6V/3.7V nominal voltage - Li-ION technology
• Does not charge protected battery sizes 20700 and 21700 (over 70mm high)
• Can charge size AAAA, AAA/R03, AA/R6, R14/C, R20/D at rated voltage of 1.2V - Ni-MH/ Ni-CD technology
  
• Compatible with industrial cells (so-called without high plus), low capacity and IMR/ INR/ ICR batteries.
• Made of ABS material, excellent heat dissipation
• Warranty: 24 months

With TC/CC/CV charging algorithm and real-time detection, the charger is an intelligent and safe device, intelligently identifies the input power and automatically adjusts the appropriate charging current from 0.5A to 2A.

The TC/CC/CV charging algorithm used in the charger, is a charging process for Li-ION cells to ensure the good condition of the cell. It involves charging with the right current and also completing the charge at the right time. TC/CC/CV charging stages, we can divide into:

• TC stage: the initial phase of checking and reactivating a cell whose voltage has dropped below 2.9V
  
• CC stage: then the cell is charged with a constant current of 50mA to 500mA (depending on the connected power source).
• CV stage: then the charger switches to charging with decreasing current until the cell voltage reaches 4.2V. When the cell voltage reaches 4.2V, charging is complete and the battery pack is fully charged
  

In addition, by connecting the 11.1V (3S) battery pack to the appropriate slot on the charger, you are assured of a complete optimal charge. And this is thanks to the charging function with a balancer, which gives an even charge to each of the pack's cells.

The device can be used to charge: Power banks, mobile devices such as phones and tablets, and this is thanks to the use of the USB output port.

The user interface is a screen, four LEDs and three buttons. A short press on the left button, changes the charging current between 0.5A, 1A and 2A. Pressing the round, middle button, will turn the display on/off. With the display off, inserting a cell will activate it again. The three-color LED display, CH1 - CH4, indicates the current status of the cell being charged.

The display shows advanced information on the LCD screen:

• Charging current
• Status of the cell
• Capacity of the cell in percent
• Type of cell and channels used
• Cell voltage
• State of charge / Test / Refresh
• 3S pack / USB output status

The charging current is determined jointly for all channels by the button located below the display. When charging 1-2 batteries placed in the extreme channels, the maximum charging current is 2A. On the other hand, when charging 1-2 batteries or placing at least one battery in one of the two middle channels, the maximum charging current is 1A.

XTAR VP4 Plus DRAGON charger, has a function to reactivate deeply discharged cells and cells with 0V. Simply insert a deeply discharged battery into the charger as you would for normal charging, and the charger will detect the discharged cell and attempt to reactivate it.

Caution: cells discharged below a certain level are irreversibly damaged and may not be able to be reactivated. Avoid discharging Li-ION batteries too deeply - this can lead to a significant reduction in their life and capacity or lead to their complete failure.

The charger has a system for effective heat dissipation during the charging process. Excessive heating of the cells can cause them to wear out faster. XTAR has also taken care of this by using an external power supply. As a result, the temperature of the rechargeable battery pack being charged in the VP4 Plus will rise by 15 degrees at most.

TheXTAR VP4 is equipped with sensors that allow users to test cell voltage, internal resistance and get other important information about the state of the batteries.

Technical specifications:

• Type: charger
• Brand: XTAR
• Model: VP4 Plus DRAGON
  
• Charged cell type : Li-ION 3.6 - 3.7V batteries, protected and unprotected, and AAAA/ AAA/ AA/ A/ SC/ C/ D sizes for Ni-MH/Ni-CD 1.2V cells.
  
• Number of chargeable cells: 1-4
• Compatibility with rechargeable batteries: 10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700 (unprotected only), 21700 (unprotected only), 22650, 25500, 26650, 32650
  
• Input voltage : DC 12V 3A
• Charging method for Li-ION cells, TC/CC/CV processor and Ni-MH cells, CC processor.
• Charging current in CC system: batteries placed in the extreme channels (1 and 4) - max 2000mA,
  a placed in the middle channels (2 and 3) - max 1000mA
• Charging termination voltage: Li-ION 4.2V ±0.05V; Ni-MH/Ni-CD: 1.45V±0.1V
  
• Protection: thermal, short circuit, reverse battery insertion
• Power socket: USB 5V 2.4A (maximum)
• Warranty: 24 months
• Dimensions: 158 x 147 x 40mm
• Weight: 345g

All XTAR products are sold with a label on the package containing a unique originality code. To check the authenticity of the product, please pay attention to the sticker on the case of the device.

Please here, scratch off the layer and write down the unique 18-digit product number.

On the manufacturer's website, enter the 18-digit number in the appropriate fields, available here: http://www.xtar.cc/intro/14.html. After verification, we will know if our device is original and actually manufactured by XTAR .

The kit includes:

• VP4 Plus DRAGON charger
  
• AC/DC power supply 12V / 3A
  
• A pair of diagnostic cables
  
• Car cigarette lighter cable 12V / 3A
  
• User manual
• Bag

EN user manual
EN review
CE Certificate of Conformity EMC
CE Certificate of Conformity LVD
Technical Standards for Electronic Devices FCC