{"product_id":"san-dynasty-dual-14500-battery-charger","title":"San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA pocket-sized \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edual-bay charger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e built by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerobak \u003c\/strong\u003ein collaboration with\u003cstrong\u003e Orca Vape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, made for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14500 flat-top lithium-ion cells\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that power the original \u003cstrong\u003eSan Dynasty Pod Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two bays, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and a built-in display that shows the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echarge percentage of each cell individually\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so nothing is left to guesswork. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosed up, the housing works as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprotective carry case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for spare 14500s. Not compatible with button-top cells, and not designed for the \u003cstrong\u003e16500 batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e used in the \u003cstrong\u003eSan Dynasty Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e. Available at\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePirate Vapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for over 18s only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy vapers choose this charger:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePer-bay percentage display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No guessing whether a cell is at 40 or 90.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C input.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Faster and tidier than legacy micro-USB chargers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoubles as a battery case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Same unit charges cells and safely transports them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurpose-built pairing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Made by Gerobak with Orca Vape for the San Dynasty ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact enough to pocket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Travels with the kit rather than staying home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Dynasty Charger Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Percentage Readout for Each Bay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost budget chargers give you a single blinking LED and hope for the best. This one shows a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elive percentage for each cell independently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C In, Nothing Else Needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered through a standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C port\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Any half-decent phone charger, laptop brick, or power bank you already own will drive it. Worth flagging up front: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno USB-C cable is included in the box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Most people have three or four lying around, but if you do not, add one to the order. Browse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/chargers-and-cables\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/chargers-and-cables\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chargers and Cables\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/chargers-and-cables\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chargers and Cables\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehargers and Cables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if you need a spare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Charger and a Carry Case in One\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/carry-cases\" target=\"_blank\" title=\" Carry Cases \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Carry Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e range covers that too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade for the San Dynasty, Works Beyond It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe obvious pairing is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal San Dynasty Pod Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-batteries\" target=\"_blank\" title=\" Vape Batteries \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Vape Batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in that format, this charger handles them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharges Cells the Right Way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the San Dynasty Dual Battery Charger Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne San Dynasty Dual Battery Charger. That is the entire pack. No batteries, no USB-C cable, no charging brick.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou 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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14500 flat-top cells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to pair with this unit at the same time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Set Up the San Dynasty Charger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNothing complicated here. If you have used a phone charger before, you have used something more complex than this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect a USB-C cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into the port on the charger and plug the other end into a USB power source. A standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5V USB adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or PC USB port is fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen the housing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and check the polarity markings printed inside each bay. Positive to positive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop each 14500 flat-top cell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into a bay with the correct orientation. The cell should sit flat, not tilted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch the display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as it wakes up and confirms both bays are reading. Each bay reports its own percentage in real time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeave the batteries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to charge until both readouts show \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Wait until each reading has held steady for a minute or two, so the cells finish topping off rather than being pulled early.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnplug and remove the cells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when done. If you are travelling, close the housing over the cells and use the charger itself as the carry case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility: The Details Worth Reading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charger is designed for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14500 flat-top lithium-ion cells\u003c\/strong\u003e only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. That is a hard specification, not a preference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e support \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebutton-top \u003cstrong\u003e14500 cells\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16500 cells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which are physically larger. That rules it out for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Dynasty Pro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which uses \u003cstrong\u003e16500 batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than 14500. If you own the Pro, this charger is not the right pairing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor any other regulated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-mods\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-mods\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vape Mod\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-mods\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vape Mod\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eape Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or pod kit that lists 14500 flat-top compatibility, it should slot in without issue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Gerobak and Orca Vape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerobak and\u003cstrong\u003e Orca Vape \u003c\/strong\u003eare two names that most vapers only meet through the \u003cstrong\u003eSan Dynasty Pod Kit \u003c\/strong\u003eand 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock Up and Save\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChargers 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery order from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePirate Vapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConclusion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you own the original \u003cstrong\u003eSan Dynasty Pod Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e, or any other device running \u003cstrong\u003e14500 flat-top cells\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring your own USB-C cable, add a pair of cells, and the setup is complete. Browse the wider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-accessories\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-accessories\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vape Accessories\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/collections\/vape-accessories\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vape Accessories\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eape Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e range or head back to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePirate Vapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eto keep shopping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes a USB-C cable come in the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. You will need to supply your own. Any standard USB-C cable works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger charge button-top 14500 cells?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlat-top 14500 lithium-ion cells only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Button-top cells will not seat correctly on the contacts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger suitable for the San Dynasty Pro?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The Pro uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cells, which are physically larger. This charger is dimensioned for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I leave the batteries in the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger when it is unplugged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. That is one of the reasons the housing exists. The closed enclosure protects the cells from shorting against keys or coins in a bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does a full charge take in the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepends 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use the San Dynasty Dual 14500 Battery Charger for other 14500 devices?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, provided those devices use flat-top cells. It is not locked to the San Dynasty. Any 14500 flat-top pairing will work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orca Vape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52629129363738,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/5675\/3690\/files\/San_Dynasty_Dual_14500_Battery_Charger.jpg?v=1785769355","url":"https:\/\/piratevapes.co.uk\/products\/san-dynasty-dual-14500-battery-charger","provider":"Pirate Vapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}