Makita 40V Max XGT Rapid Optimum Charger (Model: DC40RA)

Product Description

Keep your job site moving and eliminate downtime with the Makita 40V Max XGT Rapid Optimum Charger (DC40RA). Purpose-built for high-production environments, demanding tradespeople, and heavy-duty industrial applications, this premium single-port charging hub delivers unmatched, high-speed replenishment to the entire Makita 40V Max XGT battery ecosystem.

The DC40RA utilizes Makita's industry-leading rapid-charging technology to power up your batteries in record time. It features a built-in smart system that actively communicates with the battery's memory chip throughout the entire cycle to optimize current, voltage, and temperature. This intelligent engineering ensures your power cells receive the most efficient charge possible, significantly reducing waiting times while actively extending the overall lifespan and runtime of your investment.

To manage the heat generated during high-speed charging, the DC40RA is built with a heavy-duty forced-air cooling system featuring dedicated internal fans. This keeps both the circuit board and the battery cells perfectly cool, maintaining stable performance and enabling rapid-fire turnaround times back-to-back. With a clear, intuitive digital status display and customizable full-charge melodies, managing your power supply on a busy workshop floor has never been more seamless.

Key Features

• Industry-Leading Charging Speed: Engineered to deliver rapid charging, putting high-capacity XGT batteries back into service faster than standard chargers.
• Smart Optimum System: Constantly monitors battery status, regulating current and temperature to maximize cell efficiency and long-term battery life.
• Forced-Air Cooling Technology: Built-in cooling fans circulate air directly through the battery and internal charging circuits to prevent overheating during high-amp cycles.
• High-Visibility Digital Display: Clear, bright electronic indicators keep you fully informed of the exact charging stage and current battery capacity.
• Customizable Audible Alerts: Features selectable melodies and beep tones to give you a clear, audible notification the exact moment your battery is fully charged.
• Ecosystem Cross-Compatibility: Charges standard 18V LXT batteries seamlessly when paired with the optional Makita ADP10 interchangeable adapter.
• Space-Saving Wall Mountable: Designed with built-in mounting points, allowing you to secure the charger directly to walls or workbench backboards to save valuable workspace.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Makita
• Model Number: DC40RA
• Product Type: Single-Port Battery Charger
• Input Voltage: 220V - 240V
• Battery Platform Compatibility: 40V Max XGT (and 18V LXT via ADP10 adapter)
• Cooling Mechanism: Forced Air Cooling Fan System
• Status Indicators: LED & Digital Display Screen
• Audible Alert: Selectable Full-Charge Melodies

Here are the official rapid-charging times for the Makita DC40RA Single-Port Charger across the standard 40V Max XGT battery range:

XGT Battery Charging Times:

• 2.0 Ah Battery (BL4020): 22 Minutes
• 2.5 Ah Battery (BL4025): 28 Minutes
• 4.0 Ah Battery (BL4040): 45 Minutesx
• 5.0 Ah Battery (BL4050F): 50 Minutesx
• 8.0 Ah Battery (BL4080F): 76 Minutes

x Charging Performance: Charges a 40V Max XGT 4.0Ah battery in just 45 minutes.

x Charging Performance: Charges a 40V Max XGT 5.0Ah battery in just 50 minutes.

What's in the box
1 x Makita 40V Max XGT Rapid Optimum Charger (DC40RA)
1 x Instruction Manual