XTAR VC4 power adapter recommendation

jp_over said:

Friends,

I have an XTAR VC4 that I'll be using to charge 3 x 18650s (3500 mAh) simultaneously. I've previously used an old apple charger but would like to upgrade. With all 3 batteries charging I get a charge rate of .3A.

Is there a noticeable difference in charger rate from using a greater capacity power adapter? Any specific recommendations for a solid "5v, 2.1A" power adapter?

Thanks!

Update - just found an excellent thread on this: https://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?444437-Best-18650-charger

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ChrisGarrett said:

I've had the VC4 for more than a few years and I use a genuine Apple 12W 2.4A wall wart.

Depending on where your cells are on the 'discharged curve', you might not see 500mA for multiple slots, still...having a better power supply will get the most out of the VC4, or any USB type charger.

Chris

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