Xtar VC4 v Nitecore D4 - Charger Review

Two very popular multi format battery chargers, the Xtar VC4 and Nitecore D4. In this in depth look I compare the stronger and weaker points of both chargers.

These models offer over heat/charge protection and reverse polarity protection and support for many different battery types. (Buy VC4 or D4 same prices)

Specs for the VC4: Detailed LCD charge status display screen Charges four batteries simultaneously and independently Intelligently identifies input power and automatically adjusts suitable charge current USB interface makes charging flexible and convenient LED indicators display battery state in real-time Three-stage charging algorithm Overheat protection Built-in reverse polarity and short-circuit protection circuit 0V activation and soft-start function Undervoltage lockout and self-start functionality Automatically stops charging when complete Constructed from durable ABS plastic Includes: VC4 Charger USB Cable Hop-Pocket Manual Warranty Card

Specifications: Input Power: DC 5.0V 2.1A 0.5A CC Current: 500 or 50mA 1.0A CC Current: 1000 or 80mA Cut-off Voltage: 4.20V Operation Temperature: 0-40° C

Compatible Batteries: Li-Ion / IMR / INR / ICR: 10440, 14500, 14650, 16340, 17500, 17670, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 22650, 25500, 26650, 32650 NiMh / Ni-Cd: AAAA, AAA, AA, A, SC, C, D

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Details for D4: Capable of charging four batteries simultaneously Each of the four channels monitors and charges independently Optimized charging design for IMR batteries Integrated LCD panel clearly displays charging parameters and progress Two conveniently located side buttons allow easy selection of specific battery types and charging parameters Intelligent circuitry detects the battery type and status before entering automatic charge mode (CC, CV, dV/dt) Automatically detects battery power status and selects the appropriate voltage and charge mode (with the exception of LiFePO4 batteries which require manual selection) Automatically stops charging when complete Features over-charge prevention to protect batteries Features temperature monitoring to prevent overheating Made from durable ABS plastic (fire retardant / flame resistant) Features reverse polarity protection to prevent damage caused by improperly inserted batteries Designed for optimal heat dissipation Certified by RoHS, CE, FCC and CEC Insured worldwide by Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd.

Specifications: Input: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz 0.35A (Max), DC 12V 1A Output Voltage: 4.2V ±1% / 3.7V ±1% / 1.48V ±1% Output Current: 375mA x 4 / 750mA x 2 Compatible with: Li-ion / IMR / LiFePO4: 26650, 22650, 18650, 17670, 18490, 17500, 18350, 16340 (RCR123), 14500, 10440 Ni-MH / Ni-Cd: AA, AAA, AAAA, C Dimensions: Length - 5.63" Width - 3.88" Height - 1.44" Weight: 8.2 oz

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