- Fast charging - charges 2 x 3.0Ah Lithium-Ion batteries at the same time in only 22 minutes
- Built-in CPU - gathers information from the battery's memory chip to determine optimum charging method
- Forced air cooling fan - cools the battery to minimise charging time
- LED charging display
- USB port provides 1.5A output for charging smart phones, tablets, etc
The Makita DC18RD (196936-0) chargers two batteries at a time, making it a vital part of any jobsite or busy home workshop. Makita charge time depends on the amperage of the batteries; so below we have listed the charge times:
Two - BL1815 18V Makita 1.5Ah Batteries: 30 minutes + Universal USB port for charging mobile phones, iPads, etc.
Two - BL1830 18V Makita 3.0Ah Batteries: 22 minutes + Universal USB port for charging mobile phones, iPads, etc.
Two - BL1840 18V Makita 4.0Ah Batteries: 36 minutes + Universal USB port for charging mobile phones, iPads, etc.
Two - BL1850 18V Makita 5.0Ah Batteries: 45 minutes + Universal USB port for charging mobile phones, iPads, etc.