XTAR SC1 Plus 18650 Battery Charger
- 3A max charging, current matched to battery IR
- 3.6/3.7V Li-ion from 18650 to 26800 sizes
- 1.2V Ni-MH D batteries also supported
- USB-C input, cable included
- 5V output in power bank mode
- 90 minutes listed charge time
- FCC and CE certified
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact USB-C charger for large Li-ion cells that also works as an emergency power bank. It covers a narrow size range, with no AA or AAA support listed.
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ASIN: B0B8YSTC72Model: SC1 PLUSCategory: Battery Chargers
Overview
A camping kit, a flashlight drawer or a travel bag is where this XTAR charger earns its place, charging large Li-ion cells over USB-C and doubling as a power bank. An adjustable strap holds batteries of different lengths so they do not shake loose.
Flashlight owners get a pocket charger for the long Li-ion cells in their gear, plus a power bank mode for emergencies. Charging current drops for dead or nearly full cells by design, and smaller AA or AAA sizes are not on the list.
Who it's for
Suited to campers, cavers and flashlight collectors who carry spare cells. Families with remotes and toys full of small cells need a different charger.
Pros and cons
- USB-C input for travel charging
- Power bank mode for phones
- Strap holds varied battery lengths
- Current adapts to battery condition
- No AA or AAA support listed
- Wall adapter not included
- Slow current on deeply drained cells
Performance notes
Charge current is set by the battery's internal resistance: healthy cells get the full current, while dead or nearly full ones get a small current. Real charge time therefore varies with each cell's capacity and condition.
Specifications
| Brand | XTAR |
|---|---|
| Model | SC1 PLUS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 1.37 x 4.13 x 1.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Output Voltage | 5 volts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery Charge Time | 90 minutes |
| Amperage | 3 A max |
| Battery Cell Type | 3.6/3.7V Li-ion 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22650, 25500, 26650, 26800; 1.2V Ni-MH D |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black, Blue |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 1 charger, 1 USB C cable, 1 strap, 1 manual |
| Other details | |
| Connector Type Used On Cable | USB-C |
| Specification Met | CE, FCC |
Frequently asked questions
Can the XTAR SC1 Plus charge AA or AAA batteries?
No AA or AAA support is listed. It covers 3.6/3.7V Li-ion sizes from 18650 to 26800 and 1.2V Ni-MH D batteries.
How does the XTAR SC1 Plus work as a power bank?
Insert your own charged battery, then connect a phone or another device such as a flashlight, camp light or headset.
Will the SC1 Plus fast charge a nearly empty battery?
It reads the battery's internal resistance and sets the current to match, so a dead or nearly full battery charges with a small current.