Which batteries does it charge?

Black & Decker 12V and 20V Max lithium-ion slide-pack batteries. It does not fit other brands or older ni-cad stick packs.

How fast does it charge?

The maker states a 1.5Ah pack reaches full charge in 40 minutes or less at 2.0 A. Bigger packs such as 4.0Ah take proportionally longer.

It adjusts the charging routine automatically to help the battery last longer. It runs on its own; there is nothing to switch.

No. It has one bay, so you charge one pack at a time.

Yes, if you already own Black & Decker 12V-20V Max tools. A second charger lets you keep one at a bench and one in a bag.

At M&M True Value Hardware, for $72.99, as of our latest check.

$72.99at M&M True Value HardwareChecked Nov 9

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