--- product_id: 9834596 title: "DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger" brand: "makita" price: "£29.97" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Makita" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9834596-dc18sd-7-2-18v-battery-charger store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 25-min rapid charge Smart battery communication Built-in cooling fan DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger **Brand:** makita **Price:** £29.97 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Charge ahead with Makita’s smartest, fastest battery booster! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger by makita - **How much does it cost?** £29.97 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9834596-dc18sd-7-2-18v-battery-charger) ## Best For - makita enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted makita brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Smart Battery Sync:** Communicates with battery chip to optimize current, voltage, and temperature for longer battery life. - • **Active Cooling Tech:** Built-in fan cools batteries during charging, slashing wait times and boosting efficiency. - • **Trusted OEM Quality:** Genuine Makita reliability ensures your tools stay powered with industry-leading performance. - • **Compact & Lightweight:** Sleek 0.7 lb design fits seamlessly into any professional toolkit without bulk. - • **Lightning-Fast Power-Up:** Charge your 18V LXT battery in as little as 25 minutes—get back to work faster. ## Overview The Makita DC18SD is a high-performance 18V Lithium-Ion battery charger engineered for professionals who demand speed and longevity. Featuring rapid charge times from 25 to 45 minutes depending on battery capacity, an innovative built-in fan for active cooling, and smart communication with the battery’s chip to optimize charging parameters, it maximizes battery life and uptime. Lightweight and compact, this OEM charger is a must-have for any serious Makita tool user aiming to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. ## Description The 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. ## Features - SPEED - Charges 18V LXT 2.0Ah battery in 25 minutes, 3.0Ah in 30 min., 4.0Ah in 40 min., 5.0Ah in 45 min. - TECHNOLOGY - Communicates with the battery's built-in chip during the charging process to optimize battery life - INNOVATION - Built-in fan cools the battery during the charging process for faster charge time - HIGH-PERFORMANCE - Optimizes battery life by actively controlling current, voltage, and temperature. The built-in fan circulates air through the battery during the charging process to cool the battery for faster charge time. - INCLUDES - Includes charger only ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004L0ZLHW | | Battery Charge Time | 25 minutes | | Best Sellers Rank | #10,036 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #17 in Power Tool Battery Chargers | | Brand | Makita | | Color | Black | | Connector Type Used on Cable | Makita proprietary connector | | Current Rating | 14.4 Amps | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,874 Reviews | | Input Voltage | 18 Volts | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8"D x 6"W x 4"H | | Item Weight | 0.7 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Makita | | Mfr Part Number | DC18SD | | Model Number | DC18SD | | Output Voltage | 18 Volts | | Product Dimensions | 8"D x 6"W x 4"H | | UPC | 728028068184 | | Unit Count | 1.00 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Makita - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 0.7 Pounds - **Output Voltage:** 18 Volts - **Product Dimensions:** 8"D x 6"W x 4"H ## Images ![DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61o-4-yxgDS.jpg) ![DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61GvcKa2UQS.jpg) ![DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61e5AAcjbHS.jpg) ![DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6123XNVsUZS.jpg) ![DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ISdHtH0uS.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what is" not in retail packaging"** A: This usually means that the product has been split out of a Makita tool/battery/charger kit and is being sold separately, hence still a new product but no retail packaging. You may or may not receive a manual, though likely not. **Q: What's the difference between this one and the makita dc18rc?** A: The item description and answer above is misleading. The DC18SD is the standard charger without the cooling fan that comes with kits. The DC18RC is the rapid charger that is wrongly described here. The rapid charger has a cooling fan to cool the battery in order to charge it more rapidly. As quoted from another seller’s website, “ Versatile and compact, the Makita DC18SD 7.2V to 18V NiMH/Li-Ion standard battery charger can charge a 1.5Ah battery in 30 minutes and a 5.0Ah battery in 110 minutes.” Buy the DC18RC. **Q: Will it charge Makita 12 volt 1.5 amp?** A: No **Q: Will this charge the 5 amp batteries?** A: Yes, this will charge the 5.0ah batteries, BL1850 or BL1850B ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***M on February 26, 2026* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***S on December 28, 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***N on June 7, 2025* ## Frequently Bought Together - Makita DC18SD 7.2-18V Battery Charger - Twupixy 2Pack 18-Volt Replace for Makita 18V Battery BL1860B, Replacement Batteries Compatible with Makita BL1860 BL1820 1830B 1840B 1850B, Fit with Original makita 18V Battery Chargers --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9834596-dc18sd-7-2-18v-battery-charger](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9834596-dc18sd-7-2-18v-battery-charger) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*