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This starter pack pairs two Makita 18V LXT 5.0Ah batteries with the DC18RC Rapid Optimum Charger. It is the usual way to enter Makita's 18V system if you plan to buy bare tools, and the two batteries also let you run 18V X2 tools that draw on two packs at once. The 5.0Ah cells are mid-capacity in Makita's range: smaller and lighter than the 6.0Ah packs, with more runtime than the older 3.0Ah batteries. Owners value the fast charge and the charge-level gauge; the common complaint is that the charger's cooling fan is loud and that the pack is heavier than compact 2.0Ah cells.
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Lowest price we've seen: $199.00 on Nov 7 at Home Depot. Tracked across 14 stores since Nov 7.
Owners treat this as the standard entry into Makita's 18V line and praise the fast charging and the charge gauge. Complaints center on the charger's fan noise and the weight of the 5.0Ah packs in overhead or one-handed work.
This starter pack includes two Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah batteries (BL1850B) and a Rapid Optimum Charger (DC18RC). It is meant as a base for a Makita cordless tool system. Makita sells many 18V tools as bare tools, with no battery or charger, and this pack supplies the power for them, including 18V X2 LXT tools that use two batteries.
Each battery reaches a full charge in 45 minutes or less and provides up to 65% more run time per charge than the BL1830. An LED indicator shows the charge level. The battery delivers consistent power and run time in extreme temperatures, down to -4°F (-20°C). Star Protection Computer Controls guard against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating. Sixteen contact terminals keep a constant connection with the tool, even during high-vibration use. The battery resists self-discharge and stays ready after long periods of storage.
The battery has an impact-resistant outer case and a shock-absorbing inner liner. The charger communicates with the battery's built-in chip and controls current, voltage and temperature during charging to help optimize battery life. A built-in fan circulates air through the battery to cool it for faster charging. The batteries work only with Star Protection tools, marked with the Star Symbol and/or a yellow battery receiver under the tool.
