XTAR VC8S

XTAR VC8S

The XTAR VC8S is an 8-slot USB‑C PD charger for lithium-ion and NiMH cells, including the Sound Devices XL-B14500 and XL-18650 batteries for the A20-TX and A20-HH transmitters. Also compatible with Hawk-Woods AA-HP36-4 and AA-HP36-10 (B14500), as well as Ansmann 18650 cells. Charging up to 3 A per slot (max 2 simultaneously), the VC8S includes test and storage modes, auto-detection of chemistry and built-in safety features.

Not compatible with 1.5 V lithium cells. Airline compliance applies when in transit.

Main Features

• Compatible with Sound Devices XL-B14500 (A20-TX) and XL-18650 (A20-HH)
• Compatible with Hawk-Woods AA-HP36-4 and AA-HP36-10 (B14500)
• Also supports Ansmann 18650 lithium-ion cells
• Supports Li-ion (3.6/3.7 V) and NiMH (1.2 V)
• Max. charge current: 3 A (per slot, max 2 at once)
• Input: USB‑C PD3.0 / QC3.0 up to 45 W
• Grade mode (capacity test), Store mode (storage)
• Auto-detection of chemistry, resistance and voltage
• Accepts cells 30–80 mm long
• Protection: overcharge, short-circuit, thermal
• Dimensions: 210 × 151.7 × 39 mm — Weight: approx. 460 g

Included

• XTAR VC8S charger
• USB‑C PD power adapter (45 W)
• USB‑C to USB‑C cable
• User manual