WebHobbit
Enlightened
I have an Xtar VP1 charger. Will this charge the 16650 batteries? Manual doesn't list it but I think maybe that were not around when manual was written!
16650 charger - will the Xtar VP1 work?
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ChrisGarrett
Flashlight Enthusiast
It depends on the 16650. Some 16650s like my Sanyo v.1 (2200mAh) are 4.30 volts, so while you can charge them up using the 3.7v setting, to 4.20v, you're not going to get the full capacity. The 3.8v setting (for 4.35v cells) will be too great.
The newer Sanyo 16650 v.2s (2500mAh) are 4.35v cells, so you can use the 3.8 (4.35v) setting and get the full capacity.
If they are protected Sanyos, the over-voltage protection kicks in at about 4.25v, so you're SOL with those and full capacity.
Chris
WebHobbit
Enlightened
I'm likely only to be running KeepPower protected anyway
ChrisGarrett
Flashlight Enthusiast
Just use the 3.7v setting for 4.20v, which is what I do on my Redilast protected 16650s and my VP2.
I don't use my SF 6P all that much, so my OCD is kept in check.
Good luck.
Chris
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WebHobbit
Enlightened
Only setting I've EVER changed on the VP1 is the charge rate (I usually charge at max 1amp). It's all automated....not even sure HOW to change anything else!
But all I have is protected 18650s so far.
But all I have is protected 18650s so far.
ChrisGarrett
Flashlight Enthusiast
Only setting I've EVER changed on the VP1 is the charge rate (I usually charge at max 1amp). It's all automated....not even sure HOW to change anything else!
But all I have is protected 18650s so far.
I was originally thinking VP2 in my mind when I first posted. It has three charging rates and three different chemistry settings. While I have 6 Xtar chargers, I don't have the VP1.
Chris
ven
Flashaholic
Yes good to go, I use the 1a setting.:thumbsup:
