Makita’s LXT® is the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. At the heart of the Makita 18V LXT® System is the efficient Rapid Optimum Charger.

The Makita DC18RC 18-volt Rapid Optimum Charger offers key advantages for Makita 18V Lithium-Ion cordless tool users. The exclusive built-in fan cools the battery (sold separately) by forcing air through the battery’s air vents during the charging process for faster charging. The charger communicates with the battery’s built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature. The result is category-leading battery charge times, which means the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger. (note: also charges 14.4V Lithium-Ion batteries)

• Charges 18V LXT® 2.0Ah battery in 25 minutes, 3.0Ah in 30 min., 4.0Ah in 40 min., 5.0Ah in 45 min.
• Communicates with the battery’s built-in chip during the charging process to optimize battery life
• Charges an 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 3.0Ah battery in only 30 minutes
• Charges an 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery in only 40 minutes
• Charges an 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah battery in only 45 minutes
• Charges an 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah battery in only 55 minutes
• Charges an 18V LXT® Compact Lithium-Ion 2.0Ah battery in only 25 minutes
• The Makita Rapid Optimum Charger communicates with the battery’s built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature
• Built-in fan circulates air through the battery during the charging process to cool the battery for faster charge time
• Optimizes battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature
• 3-year limited warranty