Does it have a refresh option

No get the best xtar v4 dragon plus £64.99 that has it and load's more including the pair of wire's that you put the red to the plus and the black one to the minus and that tests your internal resistance on all batteries

Is it normal for bay 1 to take ages (many minutes) to recognise a battery and start charging? All other bays are instant.

For lithium batteries, the identification process takes about 10 seconds; For Ni-NH batteries, the identification process takes about 10~15 minutes. During the identification process, the charger will continuously blink the battery type. After the charger completed identifying the battery type, it will stop blinking and display the battery type, then start charging. Note: During the identification process, if the positive and negative interface of the battery are not in correct contact with the charger, which will also lead to take ages (many minutes) to recognize the battery and start charging. Here may we know what type of batteries were being charged at that time?

Will this charge 1.5v lithium ion batteries

the VC8 PLUS can't charge the 1.5v lithium ion batteries, you can select XTAR BC8, which can charge rechargeable 1.5V AA AAA Batteries, and 1.2V AA AAA Batteries.

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18650 Battery Charger 8 slot XTAR VC8 PLUS 3A Fast 21700 battery charger for 3.6V Liion and 1.2V AA C Batteries with UK plug in adapter

Product ID: 373412939

Details

Brand
XTAR
Colour
Black
Item weight
0.63 Kilograms
Output voltage
3.7 Volts
Specification met
UL

⚡3A max charging current

📊Real-time battery capacity & resistance test

🔋8 independent charging slots

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Description

🔌 Power up smarter, faster, safer — never get caught powerless again!

8 INDEPENDENT SLOTS - Charge up to 8 batteries simultaneously with smart, isolated channels—no compromises, no wait.
RAPID 3 A FAST CHARGING - Power through your day with ultra-efficient 3A max current per slot for lightning-fast battery readiness.
BUILT IN SAFETY PRECISION - Over-current, over-voltage, short-circuit protection plus flame-retardant casing for peace of mind.
TRIPLE STAGE TC CC CV CHARGING - Industry-leading 3-step charging ensures optimal battery longevity and safety every cycle.
SMART BATTERY HEALTH DIAGNOSTICS - Know your battery’s true capacity and internal resistance with advanced grading mode—ditch the duds.

The XTAR VC8 PLUS is a premium 8-slot battery charger supporting Li-ion and Ni-MH batteries including 18650 and 21700 sizes. Featuring a powerful 3A max charging current, independent channels, and a triple-stage TC/CC/CV charging method, it delivers fast, safe, and precise charging. Its advanced LCD display offers real-time battery capacity and internal resistance testing, helping users identify battery health instantly. Built with high-quality materials and comprehensive safety protections, this charger is trusted worldwide and perfect for professionals who demand reliability and efficiency.

Specifications

ASIN	B09HH4JHXP
Amperage	3 Amps
Battery Charge Time	3.5 Hours
Best Sellers Rank	6,716 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 57 in Household Battery Chargers
Brand Name	XTAR
Colour	Black
Compatible Devices	Li-ion and Ni-MH batteries in sizes AAA, AA, 10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18500, 18650, 21700
Connector Types	DC barrel jack (UK standard)
Country of Origin	China
Current Rating	3 Amps
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (231)
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	7 Years
Input Voltage	12 Volts (DC)
Item Weight	0.63 Kilograms
Manufacturer	XTAR
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Number of Ports	8
Output Voltage	3.7 Volts
Product Warranty	1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
Specification Met	UL
Unit Count	8.0 count

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