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product_id: 168385000
title: "XTAR VC8 3A USB Fast Charger 8 bays Battery Charger 21700 Battery Charger for Rechargeable IMR Batteries10440 16340 18650 26650 AAA AA C 5 Optional Currents Charge 8X21700 Simultaneously"
brand: "xtar"
price: "A$93"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Xtar"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/168385000-xtar-vc8-3a-usb-fast-charger-8-bays-battery-charger
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# 3A max fast charge per slot 8 bays charge 21700 simultaneously Auto battery ID & smart charging XTAR VC8 3A USB Fast Charger 8 bays Battery Charger 21700 Battery Charger for Rechargeable IMR Batteries10440 16340 18650 26650 AAA AA C 5 Optional Currents Charge 8X21700 Simultaneously

**Brand:** xtar
**Price:** A$93
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔋 Power up smarter, faster, and safer — because your gear deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** XTAR VC8 3A USB Fast Charger 8 bays Battery Charger 21700 Battery Charger for Rechargeable IMR Batteries10440 16340 18650 26650 AAA AA C 5 Optional Currents Charge 8X21700 Simultaneously by xtar
- **How much does it cost?** A$93 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/168385000-xtar-vc8-3a-usb-fast-charger-8-bays-battery-charger)

## 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

- • **Charge All 8 🔋:** Simultaneously power up to eight 21700 or other rechargeable batteries—no more waiting in line.
- • **Smart & Safe 🛡️:** Automatically detects battery type and selects optimal charging strategy for longevity and safety.
- • **Power Through Fast ⚡:** Delivers up to 3A per slot for rapid, efficient charging that keeps you ahead of the pack.
- • **Type-C Convenience 🔌:** Modern USB-C powered design ensures compatibility with QC3.0 fast chargers and future-proof connectivity.
- • **Capacity Testing Insight 📊:** Unique charge-discharge-charge cycle reveals your batteries’ true capacity, so you never get caught off guard.

## Overview

The XTAR VC8 is a premium 8-bay USB-C fast charger capable of delivering up to 3A per slot, charging multiple battery types including 21700, 18650, AAA, and more simultaneously. It features intelligent battery identification and adaptive charging strategies, plus a unique capacity testing function to maximize battery health. Certified for safety and quality, this charger is designed for professionals and enthusiasts who demand efficiency, reliability, and smart tech in one sleek package.

## Description

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy XTAR VC8 3A USB Fast Charger 8 bays Battery Charger 21700 Battery Charger for Rechargeable IMR Batteries10440 16340 18650 26650 AAA AA C 5 Optional Currents Charge 8X21700 Simultaneously at desertcart UK.

Review: A very good battery charger - I have always favoured xtar over the other chargers for there reliability i have been vaping well over 10 years and gone through a couple of xtars the last one being a 4 slot VC4 and that only died because i spilt my brew on it. Now back to this little gem it seems to be very well built, and @ £32 very good value for your money the unit is fully automated and will choose the correct charging speed for your batterys, be they AAA or 26650 but if you are not happy with what the unit as chosen you can adjust it from a fast charge to a very slow charge thus keeping your batterys in tip top condition i often bring my batterys to near death then charge them slowly so avoiding having to buy new batteries because of memory effect, it is ready to use stright out the box plug and play so to speak very easy to use. The only problem is see is it only powers up with a C type charging cable, no mains so you will need a type 3 usb for it to handle all 8 banks comfortably, I did read most of the reviews good and bad so took out a two year insurance policy for £3.40 I get peace of mind for 2 years, but it does not cover accidents ie me spilling my brew on it. If I wake one morning and the charger ain't working they will repair or replace a small price to pay for peace of mind.
Review: Really high quality charger - I'm no expert when it comes to battery chargers but I have owned a couple and this is without a doubt the nicest looking one I have owned and has a nice weight to it and the display is nice and easy to read. I have only had it two days and so far it charges fine with its supplied USB A to USB C cable but so far it doesn't seem to work with USB C to USB C cables which is a bit annoying as I got this to reduce clutter. It has a nice grading feature, which again is very easy to read which is great. From a novice's point of view, it charges my AA's fine and covers that side of things for me but I feel it wouldn't be a chore to increase my knowledge using this charger if I chose to.

## Features

- Type-C Powered,support QC3.0 fast charging, max 3A for a single slot
- Can charge 8x21700 Simultaneously at the same time
- the charger tests batteries’ real capacity by “charging-discharging-charging” the batteries
- The charger will automatically identify the battery type,select the best charging strategy
- Passed many international safety and quality certifications, such as RoHS, CE, FCC

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07ZP2VFKM |
| Best Sellers Rank | 9,932 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 89 in Household Battery Chargers |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Item model number | 2ee0c582-c8fd-4873-a04d-a17e193e7029 |
| Manufacturer | XTAR |
| Product Dimensions | 13.4 x 19.4 x 3.4 cm; 350 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** XTAR
- **Colour:** Black
- **Item weight:** 350 Grams
- **Output voltage:** 5 Volts
- **Product dimensions:** 13.4D x 19.4W x 3.4H centimetres

## Images

![XTAR VC8 3A USB Fast Charger 8 bays Battery Charger 21700 Battery Charger for Rechargeable IMR Batteries10440 16340 18650 26650 AAA AA C 5 Optional Currents Charge 8X21700 Simultaneously - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61n6gGXqgjL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can you describe how to use the charge-discharge-charge function when testing recycled laptop battery cells?**
A: Simple as putting up to four cells into the appropriate bank on the charger and pressing the go button. A few hours later the charger will display the capacities of the individual cells.

**Q: does this work with LiFePO4?**
A: No

**Q: Does this charger have slots on the back for wall mounting?**
A: No slots for wall mounting

**Q: Will this charge aa and aaa li-ion it’s not clear from the arrangement of the list and explanation**
A: It can't charge 1.5V AA AAA li iion battery, you can select XTAR BC8 Charger, which can charge rechargeable 1.5V AA, 1.5V AAA liion batteries, that one can also charge 1.2V AA AA.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very good battery charger
*by D***D on 26 May 2025*

I have always favoured xtar over the other chargers for there reliability i have been vaping well over 10 years and gone through a couple of xtars the last one being a 4 slot VC4 and that only died because i spilt my brew on it. Now back to this little gem it seems to be very well built, and @ £32 very good value for your money the unit is fully automated and will choose the correct charging speed for your batterys, be they AAA or 26650 but if you are not happy with what the unit as chosen you can adjust it from a fast charge to a very slow charge thus keeping your batterys in tip top condition i often bring my batterys to near death then charge them slowly so avoiding having to buy new batteries because of memory effect, it is ready to use stright out the box plug and play so to speak very easy to use. The only problem is see is it only powers up with a C type charging cable, no mains so you will need a type 3 usb for it to handle all 8 banks comfortably, I did read most of the reviews good and bad so took out a two year insurance policy for £3.40 I get peace of mind for 2 years, but it does not cover accidents ie me spilling my brew on it. If I wake one morning and the charger ain't working they will repair or replace a small price to pay for peace of mind.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really high quality charger
*by M***M on 9 June 2022*

I'm no expert when it comes to battery chargers but I have owned a couple and this is without a doubt the nicest looking one I have owned and has a nice weight to it and the display is nice and easy to read. I have only had it two days and so far it charges fine with its supplied USB A to USB C cable but so far it doesn't seem to work with USB C to USB C cables which is a bit annoying as I got this to reduce clutter. It has a nice grading feature, which again is very easy to read which is great. From a novice's point of view, it charges my AA's fine and covers that side of things for me but I feel it wouldn't be a chore to increase my knowledge using this charger if I chose to.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pricey, but decent
*by D***S on 14 February 2020*

Seems to handle a wide variety of cells pretty well. I have found one NiMH cell it doesn't recognize properly, but it appears to have a ludicrously high internal resistance (>300mΩ) for a NiMH cell, so I can understand the controller in the unit incorrectly identifying it as an over-discharged Li-Ion. Still, it's something to watch out for: make sure it's settled on the right cell chemistry before leaving it to work! The grading functionality is slow, but seems pretty accurate, and it's nice to be able to measure things like the capacity that's been charged, and the internal resistance. I'd wondered why one of our sets of battery powered lights always seemed to run out more quickly than the others: hit the mode button while re-charging it, and mystery solved! There was the duff cell with the stupidly high resistance. My one complaint would be that it's pretty damned pricey at nearly 50 quid. It seems to be selling for 40 now, which is a more reasonable price (though still high in my opinion). But I've no complaints about the operation of the unit itself, and it's very handy that it runs off a USB-C cable.

## Frequently Bought Together

- XTAR VC8 3A USB Fast Charger 8 bays Battery Charger 21700 Battery Charger for Rechargeable IMR Batteries10440 16340 18650 26650 AAA AA C 5 Optional Currents Charge 8X21700 Simultaneously
- XTAR 1.5v lithium aa batteries rechargeable aa 4150mWh (8 * 1.5V AA 4150mWh)

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*Last updated: 2026-03-13*