Description
Makita DC18SD 14.4V-18V Charger
The Makita DC18SD 14.4V-18V Charger is a standard LXT® Li-ion battery charger designed to keep Makita cordless tools ready for work across the Accessories/Batteries & Chargers category. Engineered for 14.4V and 18V slide batteries, it uses an intelligent CPU to communicate with the batterys built-in memory chip, selecting the most suitable charging profile to help maximise battery life and reliability. Average charge times range from around 30 minutes for compact packs up to 130 minutes for higher capacity batteries, making it a dependable choice for workshop, site and maintenance use. Forced air cooling helps manage battery temperature during charging, while clear LED indicators and audible alerts provide instant feedback on charge status and any faults. Compact dimensions and a lightweight 0.7kg build make the DC18SD easy to position on benches, shelves or in charging stations. Compatible with Makita 14.4V and 18V LXT Li-ion slide batteries, it is supplied as a single DC18SD charger unit.
DC18SD Features:
- Standard Makita DC18SD charger designed for 14.4V-18V LXT® Li-ion batteries, ideal for everyday power tool charging in the Accessories/Batteries & Chargers category.
- CPU-controlled charging communicates with the batterys built-in memory chip to optimise charge cycles and help maximise battery service life.
- Makita Forced Air Cooling Fan technology circulates cool air through the battery vents during charging to help manage temperature.
- Built-in LED status indicators clearly show charging progress and battery condition for quick visual checks on site.
- Audible alerts provide clear notification of charging status and completion, useful in busy workshop and jobsite environments.
- Compatible with a wide range of Makita 14.4V and 18V LXT slide batteries, including capacities from 1.3Ah up to 12.0Ah.
- Typical charge times from 30 to 130 minutes depending on battery capacity, supporting efficient turnaround of packs during the working day.
- Compact, robust housing with integrated cable exit designed to sit securely on benches, shelves, or site floors.
- 2.0 metre power supply cord offers flexible positioning around the workshop or jobsite.
- Lightweight 0.7kg design makes the charger easy to transport between jobs and store with other Makita accessories.
DC18SD Specification:
- Model: DC18SD
- Battery system: LXT® Li-ion
- Nominal battery voltage: 7.2-18V
- Supported battery voltage range: 14.4-18V LXT slide batteries
- Cell capacity range: 1.3-12.0Ah
- Average charging time: 30-130 minutes
- Charging time 1.3Ah: 30 minutes
- Charging time 1.5Ah: 30 minutes
- Charging time 2.0Ah: 45 minutes
- Charging time 2.5Ah: 45 minutes
- Charging time 3.0Ah: 60 minutes
- Charging time 4.0Ah: 90 minutes
- Charging time 5.0Ah: 110 minutes
- Charging time 6.0Ah: 130 minutes
- Charging time 9.0Ah: 200 minutes
- Charging time 12.0Ah: 265 minutes
- Power supply voltage: 240V
- Power supply cord length: 2.0m
- Product dimensions (L x W x H): 151 x 183 x 88mm
- Net weight: 0.7kg
- GTIN (EAN): 0088381345811
What is included:
- 1x Makita DC18SD 14.4V-18V LXT Li-ion Battery Charger


