Orca Vape Dual Slot Battery Charger

Two Slot Battery Charger

Dual Slot lithium battery charger is a compact dual-bay USB-C charger built for 14500, 16500 and 18500 lithium-ion vape cells. Two independent bays charge at the same time, each with its own live percentage readout, and the enclosed shell doubles as a protective carry case for spare batteries.

This charger pairs cleanly with pod devices and mods that use compatible cells, including the San Dynasty IMORE 16500 Battery, and belongs in every serious external-battery vaper's kit. Royal Vapery stocks it as part of a wider range of UK-compliant vape battery chargers and vape batteries.

Vaping is less harmful than smoking, but not risk-free, and safe battery handling is a core part of that.

What is the Dual Slot Charger?

The Dua Slot rechargeable battery charger is a dedicated external charger designed for 14500, 16500 and 18500 flat-top lithium-ion cells, built by Orca Vape for use with removable-battery pod kits such as the San Dynasty and San Dynasty Pro. The unit uses a USB-C input, holds 2 cells at once, and shows the real-time charge percentage for each bay on a small integrated screen.

Its clam-shell body closes over the batteries, giving you a pocket-safe carry case that stops loose cells touching keys, coins or other metal objects. Batteries and a USB-C cable are not included in the box, so both are sourced separately.

What Are the Key Features Dual Bay Charger?

• Dual bay design: charges 2 compatible lithium cells at the same time, cutting downtime between vaping sessions.
• Multi-format support: works with 14500, 16500 and 18500 flat-top cells, covering the main small-format vape battery sizes.
• Per-bay percentage display: an on-board screen shows the exact charge level of each battery independently, in real time.
• USB-C input: uses a modern USB Type-C port for faster, more efficient charging than legacy micro-USB units.
• Protective carry case: the shell doubles as an enclosed storage case, keeping spare cells shielded during transport.
• Compact travel size: pocket-friendly footprint that suits daily carry, commuting and short trips.
• Independent charge control: each bay charges on its own circuit, so you can start with 1 cell and add the second later.

What Are the Specifications of the Orca Vape Dual Slot?

Designed for safe, organised battery charging, this accessory brings essential charging information and practical storage into one compact solution.
The details below outline its build, charging setup, battery compatibility, and additional everyday functions.

Compatible Battery Sizes & Formats

The Dual Slot Battery Charger is built around the 3 small-format cells used across compact pod devices, 14500, 16500 and 18500. Each size has a clear vape-device use case, and the charger reads each bay independently so you can charge mixed sizes at the same time.

• 14500 cells: same physical size as an AA battery (14mm x 50mm), used in the original Orca Vape San Dynasty Pod Kit and other small MTL devices.
• 16500 cells: 16mm x 50mm high-drain cells, used in the Orca Vape San Dynasty Pro Pod Kit, including the IMORE 16500 format.
• 18500 cells: 18mm x 50mm cells found in select older mods and compact vape devices that need a shorter, slimmer battery.

The unit is not compatible with 18650 cells, which are the standard size for most sub-ohm mods. For 18650 charging, use a dedicated 18650 charger from the wider Royal Vapery accessory range.

How does the Orca Vape Dual Slot Battery Charger Work?

The charger works by drawing 5V DC power through its USB-C input and delivering a regulated charge current to each battery bay on its own circuit. Insert a compatible 14500, 16500 or 18500 flat-top cell into a bay, matching the positive and negative terminals to the printed markings inside the slot.

The built-in controller then detects the cell, begins constant-current charging, and reports the live charge percentage on the display for that bay. When a cell reaches full charge, the circuit switches to a trickle top-up and holds it there. Each bay is independent, so the second cell can be added or removed without interrupting the first.

How to Set Up & Use the Charger

1. Inspect the batteries: check each 14500, 16500 or 18500 cell for a clean wrap, undamaged terminals, and no visible dents or leaks. Never charge a damaged cell.
2. Open the charger: unclip the clam-shell case to reveal the 2 charging bays and the printed polarity markings inside each slot.
3. Insert the cells: seat each battery with the positive end aligned to the + marking. Push down gently until the cell sits flush with the contacts.
4. Connect the USB-C cable: plug a USB-C cable (sourced separately) into the port and a 5V USB power source such as a laptop, power bank or UK mains USB adapter.
5. Check the display: confirm the screen shows the live percentage for each occupied bay. A rising number confirms an active charge cycle.
6. Wait for full charge: leave the unit on a flat, dry, non-flammable surface until each bay reads 100%. Typical charge time depends on cell capacity and input power.
7. Unplug and remove: disconnect the USB-C cable, lift each battery from its bay, and close the case for safe storage.

Pro Tips for Safe Charging

• Use a quality cable: pair the charger with a certified USB-C data cable rated for 5V, since cheap cables can trigger inconsistent charging.
• Charge on hard surfaces: keep the unit on wood, tile or glass during a charge cycle, never on bedding, sofas or paper.
• Match matched pairs: for dual-cell devices, charge and rotate cells as pairs of the same brand, size and cycle count for balanced runtime.
• Do not mix chemistries: only charge lithium-ion vape cells, never Ni-Mh AA cells or non-rechargeable batteries.
• Stop on warmth: pull a cell if it feels hot rather than warm during charging, and retire cells with damaged wraps.
• Store in the case: keep spare 14500, 16500 or 18500 cells inside the closed shell when carrying them in a bag or pocket.

Who is the Orca Vape Dual Slot Charger made for?

The charger is made for adult vapers (18+) running removable-battery pod devices that use 14500, 16500 or 18500 cells. It suits Orca Vape San Dynasty and San Dynasty Pro owners who carry a spare cell, MTL vapers with compact tube-style mods, and anyone stepping up from a built-in-battery pod kit to a swap-and-go setup.

Beginners will value the plain per-bay percentage display and the built-in carry case, since both remove the guesswork and the pocket-safety risk of loose lithium cells. It is not the right pick for sub-ohm vapers running 18650 or 21700 cells, who need a larger-format charger.

Why Choose the Orca Vape Battery Charger?

True dual-bay convenience

Charging 2 cells side by side removes the wait between sessions, since a spare pair can top up while a working pair sits inside your device. For San Dynasty Pro users who carry a backup, this cuts vaping downtime to zero across a normal day.

Per-cell visibility

Charging inside a device gives you 1 vague LED and no separate readout. The Orca charger gives you a live percentage for each bay, so you know exactly when a cell is ready and which one to grab first.

USB-C convenience

USB-C support means the charger runs from almost any modern cable already sitting in your bag or drawer. That includes phone chargers, laptop cables and UK mains adapters, keeping the unit ready wherever you plug in.

Doubles as a carry case

The closed shell is a pocket-safe case, so spare 14500, 16500 or 18500 cells never sit loose against keys or coins. This alone reduces one of the biggest everyday risks with removable vape batteries.

Compact travel-ready size

The unit is small enough to slip into a coat pocket or the outer sleeve of a backpack. For commuters and travellers, that means one charger and one case, rather than a bulky bench-top unit and a separate battery holder.

San Dynasty Dual Battery Charger vs Alternatives

The comparison below places the Orca charger against 3 alternative UK-available options at similar price points. Attributes run down the left, the products sit across the top so you can scan the differentiators row by row.

Product	Bays	Compatible Sizes	Per-Bay Display	Input	Doubles as Carry Case	Best For
Orca Vape Dual Slot Battery Charger	2	14500, 16500, 18500	Yes, percentage	USB-C	Yes	San Dynasty, San Dynasty Pro, compact MTL devices
Nitecore New i2 Intellicharger	2	18650, 21700, AA, and more	LED indicator	USB	No	Everyday 18650 and 21700 vape setups
Nitecore New i4 Intellicharger	4	18650, 21700, AA, and more	LED indicator	USB	No	Multi-battery households and mods
Nitecore Q6 Quick Charger	6	18650, 21700 and larger cells	LED indicator	USB-C, 2A quick charge	No	Fast charging for sub-ohm 18650 and 21700 users

What's in the Box?

1. 1 x Gerobak Orca Vape San Dynasty Battery Charger

The charger ships as a single unit. No batteries and no USB-C cable are included, so both are sourced separately. A standard USB-C data cable and any UK mains USB adapter will power the unit.

About Orca Vape

Orca Vape is a UK-facing vape brand focused on removable-battery pod kits and their supporting accessories, best known for the San Dynasty and San Dynasty Pro Pod Kits. The brand builds around a single practical idea, give MTL vapers a compact, swap-and-go device with a tight, flavour-forward draw, then support it with a complete ecosystem of replacement pods, high-drain 14500 and 16500 cells, and this dual-bay charger.

Every Orca Vape product sold at Royal Vapery is sourced through authorised UK distribution and meets UK regulatory expectations for lithium-ion accessories.

Is the San Dynasty Battery Charger Worth Buying?

The Dual Slot rechargeable charger is worth buying for anyone running a removable-battery pod device that uses 14500, 16500 or 18500 cells, and especially for San Dynasty and San Dynasty Pro owners who carry a spare pair.

Two independent bays, a live per-cell percentage readout and the built-in carry case cover the 3 things most vapers actually want from an external charger, no waiting, no guessing, no loose cells rattling around a pocket.

Pros

• Dual independent bays: charge 2 cells at once with separate control per slot.
• Per-bay percentage: clear live readout for each battery, not a vague LED.
• USB-C input: works with cables and adapters already in most homes.
• Carry case function: pocket-safe storage for spare 14500, 16500 or 18500 cells.
• Compact footprint: light enough for daily carry and travel.

Limitations

• Small-format only: not compatible with 18650 or 21700 cells.
• Accessories separate: no batteries and no USB-C cable in the box.
• Flat-top cells only: button-top variants may not seat correctly.

Who should buy it

Adult vapers (18+) running the Orca Vape San Dynasty, San Dynasty Pro or any other pod device that takes 14500, 16500 or 18500 cells, and anyone who wants a single accessory that charges, monitors and safely transports spare batteries.

Why Buy the Dual Slot 18650 Battery Charger from Royal Vapery?

Royal Vapery is a UK online vape shop based in Preston, Lancashire, operated by RRF Trading Ltd. Every Orca Vape accessory sold on the store is sourced through authorised UK distribution, priced in £ GBP with UK VAT included, and shipped from our UK warehouse.

Same-day dispatch runs Monday to Friday on orders placed before 12pm, with tracked delivery through Royal Mail and DPD. Browse the Royal Vapery chargers range to compare USB, USB-C and multi-bay options in one place.

Troubleshooting the Orca vape Dual Slot Battery Charger"

The most common issues with an external dual-bay charger involve cable choice, cell alignment or damaged batteries. The 5 FAQs below cover the fixes for each.

Why is my Dual Slot Battery Charger not charging?

Check the USB-C cable and the power source first. Some USB-C cables are power-only or damaged, and low-output ports can fail to trigger the charger.

Swap in a certified 5V USB-C data cable, plug into a known-working UK mains USB adapter or laptop port, and reseat each battery so the terminals meet the contacts. If 1 bay still fails to power up, the cell itself may be flat below the safe recovery threshold and should be retired.

Why is only one bay charging?

One bay charging on its own usually points to battery contact, not the charger. Remove the idle cell, wipe the positive and negative ends with a dry cloth, and reinsert it with the + terminal matched to the printed marking.

If the bay still shows no reading, test the same cell in the working bay. A cell that fails in both bays is at end of life, a cell that works in the other bay points to a contact issue in the original slot.

Why does the display show 0% or fail to light up?

A blank or 0% display usually means no power is reaching the unit. Confirm the USB-C cable is fully seated at both ends, switch to a different USB port or plug, and remove and reinsert each battery.

If the display still fails to light with a cable known to work on other devices, contact Royal Vapery customer support with your order number for a warranty check.

Why is my battery getting warm during charging?

Mild warmth is normal on lithium-ion cells during a charge cycle. Stop charging immediately if a cell becomes hot to touch, if the wrap looks bubbled or torn, or if the display readings jump erratically. Move the charger to a hard, non-flammable surface, unplug the USB-C cable, and let the unit cool before inspecting the cell. Damaged or hot cells should be retired through a UK battery recycling point rather than reused.

Why does the charger stop mid-charge?

A charge cycle that halts partway usually points to an unstable power source, a loose cable or a fault-protection cut-off. Try a different USB-C wall adapter rated for at least 5V 1A, replace the cable with a certified data cable, and remove any USB hubs or extension leads.

If the issue repeats with matched cells and a clean power source, the charger may need a warranty replacement.

Questions About the Dual Slot Battery Charger

The below FAQs cover the questions UK vapers ask most often before buying the Orca Vape Dual Slot Battery Charger.

Which batteries fit the Orca Vape Battery Charger?

The charger fits 14500, 16500 and 18500 flat-top lithium-ion cells. That covers the standard cell used in the Orca Vape San Dynasty (14500), the 16500 cells used in the San Dynasty Pro, and 18500 cells in select compact mods. Button-top variants of these sizes may not seat correctly on the contacts. It does not fit 18650 or 21700 cells.

Does the Dual Slot Vape Battery Charger come with batteries?

No, the charger ships as a single unit without batteries. Compatible 14500, 16500 or 18500 cells are sourced separately, either as part of the matching Orca Vape battery pack or from the wider Royal Vapery vape batteries range. Buying cells in matched pairs from the same brand and cycle gives you balanced runtime.

Is a USB-C cable included in the box?

No, a USB-C cable is not included. The charger uses a standard USB Type-C input, so any certified 5V USB-C data cable will run it, including phone and tablet cables already in most UK homes. If you need one, pair the charger with a spare Type-C charging cable.

Can I charge one battery at a time?

Yes, each bay charges independently, so you can run 1 cell on its own without any impact on the second bay. This is useful when you only have 1 depleted cell and want to keep a spare fresh, or when swapping cell sizes between charges. The display shows the live percentage only for the occupied bay.

Can I store batteries in the charger when it is unplugged?

Yes, the closed shell is designed to double as a carry case, so unplugging the USB-C cable and closing the unit turns it into pocket-safe storage for your spare cells. That is the correct approach for lithium-ion vape batteries in general, since loose cells should never travel against keys, coins or other metal items in a bag or pocket.

Is the Dual Slot Rechargeable Charger compatible with 18650 batteries?

No, the charger does not fit 18650 cells. It is designed for the smaller 14500, 16500 and 18500 formats used in compact MTL pod devices. For 18650 and 21700 cells, choose a large-format charger such as the Nitecore New i2 Intellicharger or the Nitecore Q6.

Is the Two Slot Battery Charger safe to leave charging overnight?

Best practice with any lithium-ion vape charger is to stay in the room while charging and unplug once each bay reads 100%. The charger includes standard over-charge cut-off, but manufacturers of lithium-ion cells still advise against unattended overnight charging. Charge on a hard, non-flammable surface, away from bedding and paper, and inspect cells before each session.

Where can I buy the Dual Bay Battery Charger in the UK?

Buy the Orca Vape Dual Slot Charger direct from Royal Vapery, ships tracked with Royal Mail and DPD, dispatches same day on orders placed before 12pm Monday to Friday.

Royal Vapery dispatches all UK orders the same working day on orders placed before 3pm. Free next-day delivery applies to orders over £20 via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Standard delivery starts from £2.99.

Weekend dispatch operates on Saturdays for Monday arrival. Every parcel ships in plain packaging with age-verified handover at the doorstep.

For full details see our Shipping and Returns pages.