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Makita Genuine Battery Charger DC18RC 7.2V-18V Li-Ion Compact Fast Charger
Makita DC18RC compact fast charger (7.2V–18V) for Li‑ion slide batteries
Makita DC18RC battery charger is a compact fast charger designed to quickly recharge compatible Makita slide-style batteries, helping keep cordless tools ready for work with minimal downtime.
Built around Makita’s communication-based charging system, the DC18RC monitors battery condition and uses active cooling to support efficient charging. It’s a practical choice for trades and serious DIY users running Makita battery-powered tools.
Key Features
- Fast charging performance: Charges an 18V 3.0Ah Li‑ion battery (BL1830) in 22 minutes to reduce downtime.
- Battery communication system: Uses CPU-based data exchange between battery and charger to select an appropriate charging method.
- 3 active controls: Manages current, voltage and temperature for controlled charging.
- Forced air cooling: Built-in fan helps keep the battery at an optimum charging temperature for quicker charge cycles.
- Digital power display: Indicates battery condition and charge level status.
- Single-battery charging: Designed to charge one battery at a time for straightforward, compact bench or van setup.
Specifications at a glance
Comes with
- 1 x Makita DC18RC battery charger
Technical specification table
| Brand | Makita |
|---|---|
| Model | DC18RC |
| Product type | Battery charger |
| Compatible battery chemistry | Li‑ion |
| Battery voltage range | 7.2V–18V (slide-style) |
| Maximum batteries charged at once | 1 |
| Charging controls | Current, voltage & temperature management |
| Cooling system | Forced air cooling fan |
| Digital display | Digital power display for battery/charging status |
| Charge time (18V 3.0Ah BL1830) | 22 minutes |
| Charge time (18V 4.0Ah BL1840/BL1840B) | 36 minutes |
| Charge time (18V 5.0Ah BL1850/BL1850B) | 45 minutes |
| Charge time (18V 6.0Ah BL1860B) | 55 minutes |
| Product weight | 0.956kg |
| Item height | 11cm |
| GTIN / EAN | 0088381373579 |
Makita is the foremost manufacturer of power tools in the world. With over 100 years' experience, their products are lauded the world over by professional users for both their performance and quality. Operating from their headquarters in Japan as well as myriad offices across the globe – including the UK – their vision has always been for society and global communities to be able to develop for themselves and future generations. By providing the tools and striving for innovation, they ensure anything is possible.
- In stock
- SKU:DC18RC
