--- product_id: 373412939 title: "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" brand: "xtar" price: "R2361" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Xtar" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/373412939-18650-battery-charger-8-slot-xtar-vc8-plus-3a-fast store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 3A max charging current Real-time battery capacity & resistance test 8 independent charging slots 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 **Brand:** xtar **Price:** R2361 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔌 Power up smarter, faster, safer — never get caught powerless again! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 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 by xtar - **How much does it cost?** R2361 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/373412939-18650-battery-charger-8-slot-xtar-vc8-plus-3a-fast) ## Best For - xtar enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted xtar brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **8 Independent Slots:** Charge up to 8 batteries simultaneously with smart, isolated channels—no compromises, no wait. - • **Rapid 3A 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. ## Overview 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. ## Description Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy 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 at desertcart UK. ## Features - XTAR - Technical Data: Xtar VC8 PLUS charger; three-stage charging method TC / CC / CV; 8 independent channels; LCD display, reactivation of deep discharged battery cells; Measurement of cell capacity and internal resistance, charging current: 1x3A / 2x 2A / 4x1A / 8x1A, power supply via 12V 3A adapter, protection against incorrect insertion of batteries, against short circuit; Complete operating instructions in English - Test Batteries’ Real Capacity: In grading mode (for CH1-CH4), the charger tests batteries’ real capacity by “charging-discharging-charging” the batteries, so that users can know whether the battery capacity is overstated or not, and also distinguish good-performance batteries with the bad ones - QUALITY: Xtar is a renowned manufacturer of high quality Li-ion chargers, flashlights and Li-ion batteries. Xtar products are sold in over 120 countries, including the USA, Germany, Japan and Russia. Xtar uses materials of the highest quality to manufacture the chargers - from the housing material to high-performance electronics. - Safety And Comfort: XTAR chargers are based on a TC / CC / CV charging method. This is a three-step charging process for Li-ion cells. To ensure that the cells remain in good condition, they are charged with an appropriate current at each stage and the charging process is completed in each phase of the TC / CC / CV process - The Package including DC 12V 3A input, the package contains a 12V 3A adapter that can reach a maximum of 8 slots with 1A charging current each. Each 1 slot can reach 3A.tains: VC8 PLUS charger, 12V 3A UK adapter, 12 countries multilingual user manual - Environmental and Safety : Built-in high-precision MCU and real-time temperature control protection system, with over-current protection, over-charge, over-voltage, and short-circuit protection, combined with XTAR's soft-start function, makes the precision of end-of-charge voltage up to ±1%. The charger will automatically stop charging after fully charged batteries, Constructed from flame-retardant and fire-resistant ABS materials and CE RoHs FCC certificated to keep you and your devices safe ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | 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 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** XTAR - **Colour:** Black - **Item weight:** 0.63 Kilograms - **Output voltage:** 3.7 Volts - **Specification met:** UL ## Images ![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 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613UNKTFziL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does it have a refresh option** A: 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 **Q: Is it normal for bay 1 to take ages (many minutes) to recognise a battery and start charging? All other bays are instant.** A: 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? **Q: Can this charge 18650 9800mah batteries?** A: 9800mah 18650 batteries? 🤣 **Q: Will this charge 1.5v lithium ion batteries** A: 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. ## Frequently Bought Together - 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 - 3.7 Volt Rechargeable Battery, REACELL 3000mAh Rechargeable Battery, Button Top Battery High Power Long Lasting for Headlamp, LED Flashlight, emergency lights, Electronic Devices etc (4 Pack+Box) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/373412939-18650-battery-charger-8-slot-xtar-vc8-plus-3a-fast](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/373412939-18650-battery-charger-8-slot-xtar-vc8-plus-3a-fast) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-15*