The Nitecore LC10 Portable Magnetic Outdoor USB Charger is unique in design because of its slender Micro-USB cable on one end and two gold-plated, magnetic contacts on the other, so the contacts connect to the metallic ends of a battery to charge. Because of the magnetic polarity, the magnetic contacts automatically recognize the positive and negative tips of the battery and protect against reverse-polarity. Also, the charger prevents short circuits and shuts off when the battery is completely full.

The LC10 plugs into power sources, such as solar panels, car adaptors, power banks, or laptop computers with a micro-USB input and output port, but can connect to other devices with a lightning connection via the included adaptor. The charger is compatible with most 3.6V and 3.7V cylindrical, rechargeable batteries.

Once the charger is connected to the battery, it detects the battery power status and selects the correct charging mode. During the charging or discharging process, the LC10 maintains a constant current of 5V, and it has three red blinking indicators for the status of the battery. The panel where the blinking indicators are located also lights up as a backup light, and on the opposite side, a sensor switch controls the three brightness levels of the sensor and indicator lights. The charger overall is flame retardant and fire resistant because of the PC and ABS material it is made from.

Compatible with 3.6 or 3.7V Li-Ion Cells    5 VDC Input and Output Power    Integrated Micro-USB Input/Output Ports    Magnetic Contacts Affix to Battery Ends    Tabs Recognize Positive & Negative Sides    Short Circuit and Overcharge Protection    Selects Correct Charging Mode for Cell    Maintains Current & Constant Voltage    Flame-Retardant & Fire-Resistant PC/ABS    Blinking Indicators and Backup Light

Li-Ion/IMR:12650, 13450, 13500, 13650, 14350, 14430, 14500, 14650, 16500, 16340 (RCR123), 16650, 17350, 17500, 17650, 17670, 17700, 18350, 18490, 18500, 18650, 18700, 20700, 21700, 22500, 22650, 22700, 25500, 26500, 26650, and 26700

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this charger charge lithium and NIMH at the same time?

A: Yes, the Nitecore UMS4 Intelligent USB Four-Slot Superb Battery Charger can charge Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries at the same time.

Q: 2. Is it quick?

A: Yes this charger is quick.

Q: 3. Is there a manual for this device because mine doesn't seem to charge at all?

A: The manual for the Nitecore USB Travel Charger for Leica BP-SCL4 Battery is a down load from the manufacture. The link is, https://bit.ly/3X26qjK

Q: 4. You show the charger uses a micro-USB power input. The Nitecore site says that the UMS4 uses a USB-C power input. Which?

A: The Nitecore UMS4 Intelligent USB Four-Slot Superb Battery Charger comes with a Micro-USB power input.

Q: 5. Does not come with Charging Cord. What part number should I order for this charger?

A: A micro-B USB cable like this one can be used to for charging power: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1104977-REG/scosche_usbm3_charge_sync.html/specs

Q: 6. Will this charger work with the Q3 battery?

A: Technically the Nitecore USB Travel Charger for Leica BP-SCL4 Battery should be able to charge the new Q3 battery, Leica BP-SCL6 Lithium-Ion Battery (8.4V, 2200mAh). But this time it has not been tested to results can vary.

Q: 7. Will this work for Apple Series 6 watch?

A: Yes, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charger to USB Type-A Cable (3.3') BH #APMX2E2AMA works with any Apple watch.

Q: 8. Does this work with 220V A/C outlet voltage?

A: The Nitecore UMS4 Intelligent USB Four-Slot Superb Battery Charger is compatible with different power sources such as power banks, solar panels, and USB adapters, which plug in via its micro USB port. You can use 220V A/C outlet voltage to charge the charger as well.

Q: 9. Does this charger accept NCR 18650B batteries with button top that are 4 mm. longer than 18650A?

A: The charger uses a spring holder that can accommodate various sizes. It should be able to hold any 18650.

Q: 10. Will this work with Li-ion/IMR: 1. EBL 14500 2. Garberiel 18650 3.Ni MH AA Panasonic Eneloop Pro?

A: Yes, the Nitecore UMS4 Intelligent USB Four-Slot Superb Battery Charger is compatible with those batteries.