San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger

A pocket-sized dual-bay charger built by Gerobak in collaboration with Orca Vape, made for the 14500 flat-top lithium-ion cells that power the original San Dynasty Pod Kit. Two bays, USB-C input, and a built-in display that shows the charge percentage of each cell individually so nothing is left to guesswork.

Closed up, the housing works as a protective carry case for spare 14500s. Not compatible with button-top cells, and not designed for the 16500 batteries used in the San Dynasty Pro. Available at Pirate Vapes for over 18s only.

Why vapers choose this charger:

• Per-bay percentage display. No guessing whether a cell is at 40 or 90.

• USB-C input. Faster and tidier than legacy micro-USB chargers.

• Doubles as a battery case. Same unit charges cells and safely transports them.

• Purpose-built pairing. Made by Gerobak with Orca Vape for the San Dynasty ecosystem.

• Compact enough to pocket. Travels with the kit rather than staying home.

San Dynasty Charger Features

A Percentage Readout for Each Bay

Most budget chargers give you a single blinking LED and hope for the best. This one shows a live percentage for each cell independently. If one battery was near-flat when it went in and the other was half full, you can see that on the display and pull the ready cell early. Small feature. Genuinely useful in daily use.

USB-C In, Nothing Else Needed

Powered through a standard USB-C port. Any half-decent phone charger, laptop brick, or power bank you already own will drive it. Worth flagging up front: no USB-C cable is included in the box. Most people have three or four lying around, but if you do not, add one to the order. Browse Chargers and Cables if you need a spare.

A Charger and a Carry Case in One

The enclosure snaps closed with both cells still inside, which turns it into a hard case for transport. Loose 14500 cells in a bag or pocket next to keys or coins can short and vent. Not a theoretical risk, a real one. Keeping the batteries in the charger between uses fixes that entirely and saves you having to carry a separate battery tin. If you want something purpose-built for standalone storage, our Carry Cases range covers that too.

Made for the San Dynasty, Works Beyond It

The obvious pairing is the original San Dynasty Pod Kit, which is the whole reason this charger exists. Beyond that, any regulated device that runs on 14500 flat-top cells will pair with it happily. If your setup uses Vape Batteries in that format, this charger handles them.

Charges Cells the Right Way

External charging beats topping up through the device's own USB port over the long term. Each cell gets its own bay, its own current path, and its own readout. That balances wear across the pair and helps you spot when one cell starts falling behind the other, which is usually the first sign that a battery is nearing end of life.

What's in the San Dynasty Dual Battery Charger Box

One San Dynasty Dual Battery Charger. That is the entire pack. No batteries, no USB-C cable, no charging brick.

You will need to supply a USB-C cable and a compatible USB power source. Cells are sold separately. If you are starting fresh, pick up a pair of 14500 flat-top cells to pair with this unit at the same time.

How to Set Up the San Dynasty Charger

Nothing complicated here. If you have used a phone charger before, you have used something more complex than this.

1. Connect a USB-C cable into the port on the charger and plug the other end into a USB power source. A standard 5V USB adapter or PC USB port is fine.

2. Open the housing and check the polarity markings printed inside each bay. Positive to positive.

3. Drop each 14500 flat-top cell into a bay with the correct orientation. The cell should sit flat, not tilted.

4. Watch the display as it wakes up and confirms both bays are reading. Each bay reports its own percentage in real time.

5. Leave the batteries to charge until both readouts show 100%. Wait until each reading has held steady for a minute or two, so the cells finish topping off rather than being pulled early.

6. Unplug and remove the cells when done. If you are travelling, close the housing over the cells and use the charger itself as the carry case.

Compatibility: The Details Worth Reading

This charger is designed for 14500 flat-top lithium-ion cells only. That is a hard specification, not a preference.

It does not support button-top 14500 cells (the ones with a raised nub on the positive end). Those will not seat correctly against the bay contacts. If you are unsure which type you own, check the positive terminal: flush is flat-top, raised is button-top.

It also does not fit 16500 cells, which are physically larger. That rules it out for the San Dynasty Pro, which uses 16500 batteries rather than 14500. If you own the Pro, this charger is not the right pairing.

For any other regulated Vape Mod or pod kit that lists 14500 flat-top compatibility, it should slot in without issue.

About Gerobak and Orca Vape

Gerobak and Orca Vape are two names that most vapers only meet through the San Dynasty Pod Kit and its ecosystem. Gerobak handles a lot of the harder-goods side of that ecosystem, building accessories that pair specifically with Orca Vape's device platform.

This dual charger is a good example of what happens when the same team responsible for a device also builds the surrounding kit: bay dimensions match the intended cell, the case doubles as safe transport, and the display is calibrated to give useful information rather than a vague blinking light. Not flashy. Just properly considered.

Stock Up and Save

Chargers do not need to be replaced often, but they do need to be with you when you need them. Ordering one alongside a fresh pair of cells means the whole setup arrives together and you are not stuck waiting on a second delivery to get everything working.

Every order from Pirate Vapes ships same day before 4 pm, wrapped in protective packaging that keeps the housing free of scuffs in transit. Age-verified checkout, over 18s only. Free Pirate Post applies on orders over £40, so pairing this with batteries or another accessory clears the threshold comfortably.

Conclusion

If you own the original San Dynasty Pod Kit, or any other device running 14500 flat-top cells, this is the charger the ecosystem was designed around. Two bays, USB-C input, per-cell percentage display, and a housing that keeps your spare batteries safely stored between uses.

Bring your own USB-C cable, add a pair of cells, and the setup is complete. Browse the wider Vape Accessories range or head back to Pirate Vapes to keep shopping.

FAQs

Does a USB-C cable come in the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger box?

No. You will need to supply your own. Any standard USB-C cable works.

Will the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger charge button-top 14500 cells?

No. Flat-top 14500 lithium-ion cells only. Button-top cells will not seat correctly on the contacts.

Is the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger suitable for the San Dynasty Pro?

No. The Pro uses 16500 cells, which are physically larger. This charger is dimensioned for 14500 only.

Can I leave the batteries in the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger when it is unplugged?

Yes. That is one of the reasons the housing exists. The closed enclosure protects the cells from shorting against keys or coins in a bag.

How long does a full charge take in the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger?

Depends on the input current from your USB power source and the state of the cells going in. The per-bay display gives you a live percentage rather than a fixed timer, so you can watch progress directly.

Can I use the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger for other 14500 devices?

Yes, provided those devices use flat-top cells. It is not locked to the San Dynasty. Any 14500 flat-top pairing will work.