Charger XTAR L8 for AA/AAA 1,5V USB

XTAR L8 AA/AAA 1.5V Li-ION and 1.2V Ni-MH charger, 8 channels, USB-C.

Powerful and portable!

A new formulation of the well-known BC8 charger, XTAR 's L8 model is a fully compatible 8-channel smart charger for 1.5V Li-ion and 1.2V Ni-MH cells. With advanced electronics, the charger can charge AA and AAA size batteries. Controlled by an MCU, intelligent charging functions enable the L8 to select the appropriate charging current according to the input power, ultimately protecting both the batteries and the charger from overheating and damage. The hollow design of the L8, not only makes it easy to insert and remove cells, but also contributes to efficient heat dissipation. Thanks to built-in LEDs, the device indicates the charging status. The XTAR L8 has a number of safety features programmed for safe charging, including over-current, overload, over-voltage and short-circuit protection to protect the batteries and ensure full utilization. In addition, thanks to its high conversion rate and low heat emission, there is no risk to the charger or cells. It uses Quick Charge 3.0 (QC3.0) technology and boasts an impressive 18W of power. This delivers a charging current of 0.5A per channel. Powered by a USB-C input, it can be connected to any 5V USB port (QC3.0 charger recommended, available here). XTAR L8 is a handy and functional charger for travel and home use. Included, you get the corresponding USB-C cable. Compatible 1.5V Li-ION batteries, available here.

• Supports 1.5V Li-ION and 1.2V Ni-MH batteries (recommended to use compatible cells and XTAR power supplies)
• Charges cell sizes: R6/ AA/ R03/ AAA (high positive)
• Three-step processor-controlled charging process for Li-ION TC/CC/CV cells
• Ni-MH charging method: 0△V and -△V
• Li-ION charging method: TC/CC/CV
• LED charging indicators for each channel separately
• Each channel is independent, individually recognizes technologies, so Li-ION and Ni-MH cells can be charged at the same time
• Automatically selects the most suitable charging current for batteries to maximize battery life
• Special design, for easy cell removal and heat dissipation
• 0V Reactivation function can save "dead" batteries
• Protections: short-circuit, thermal, reverse polarity, over-current, over-voltage, overload, over-discharge
• USB type C power supply - QC 3.0 recommended
• Soft start charging technology ensures longer cell life
• Made of ABS material
• Warranty: 24 months

The TC/CC/CV charging algorithm used in the charger is a charging process for Li-ION cells to ensure good cell condition. It involves charging with the right current and also completing the charge at the right time. TC/CC/CV charging stages, we can divide into:

• TC stage: the initial phase of checking and reactivating a cell whose voltage has dropped below 2.9V
• CC stage: then the cell is charged with a constant current of 50mA to 500mA (depending on the connected power source).
• CV stage: then the charger switches to charging with decreasing current until the cell voltage reaches 4.2V. When the cell voltage reaches 4.2V, charging is complete and the battery is fully charged

Like all high-quality lithium-ion chargers, the XTAR L8 has both an automatic shut-off function when the batteries are fully charged and the ability to revive over-discharged batteries(0V Reactivation), ultimately saving money and protecting the environment. All of these features ensure hassle-free and safe charging of batteries, ensuring long-lasting use. The built-in microcontroller MCU accurately measures voltage with ±0.05V accuracy and stops the charging process when the batteries are fully charged, which is safe and recommended.

0V Reactivation of discharged cells involves inserting a cell into the charger and checking the voltage. With this function, we can check each cell in the appropriate size. When a discharged cell is detected, the charger will attempt to reactivate it. Note that exceeding the minimum voltage on the cell will limit the possibility of reactivating and saving such a battery.

Technical data:

• manufacturer: XTAR
• charger model: L8
• supported battery types:
  • 1-8 Li-ION 1.5V rechargeable batteries; protected
  • 1-8 Ni-MH 1.2V rechargeable batteries
• supported battery sizes: R6/ AA/ R03/ AAA
• charging method for Li-ION cells, processor-based TC/CC/CV, and Ni-MH processor-based CC
• recommended input voltage and input current: QC 3.0 (5V/ 2A; 9V/ 2A) 18W - USB-C socket.
• charging current: 8 x 500mA
• cut-off voltage: Li-ION 4.2V±0.05V; Ni-MH 1.45V±0.1V
• additional functions: reactivation of deeply discharged cells
• working temperature: 0 ~ 40ºC
• storage temperature: 0 ~ 70ºC
• dimensions: 153 x 76.5 x 27.6mm
• gross weight: 179g

User manual
CE certificate of compliance with the electromagnetic directive EMC
FCC communications commission certificate
ROHS hazardous substances quantity directive

Kit includes:

• XTAR L8 charger
• USB-C power cable
• User manual

All XTAR products are sold with a label on the package containing a unique originality code. To check the authenticity of the product, please pay attention to the sticker on the case of the device.

Please here, scratch off the layer and write down the unique 18-digit product number.

On the manufacturer's website, enter the 18-digit number in the appropriate fields, available here: http: //www.xtar.cc/intro/14.html. After verification, we will know if our device is original and actually manufactured by XTAR.