Overview
Model # 196406-9 Store SKU # 1001053338
The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery charges faster and works longer than standard lithium-ion batteries, giving you and your cordless tools unmatched performance and productivity to take on the most demanding applications. The Makita 4.0 Ah battery combines more run time (35% more run time per charge than the Makita BL1830 battery) with a category-leading charge time of only 32 minutes, so it spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger. For added convenience, it also features an L.E.D. charge level indicator to monitor battery charge.
- Extreme Temperature Performance: Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries deliver consistent power and run-time even in winter temperatures as low as -4° F (-20° C).
- Star Protection Computer Controls: When used with STAR marked tool, the onboard chip allows the tool and battery to exchange data in real-time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging, and overheating for enhanced performance, battery cycle life, and overall battery life.
- Impact Resistant Design: Shock absorbing liner and a sturdy polycarbonate structure enable the battery to hold up to the rigors of nearly any job site. 16 contact terminals make sure that the battery can provide constant and consistent power in extreme applications.
- Fastest Charging in Class: When paired with compatible rapid chargers (DC18RC, DC18RD, DC18RE), the Makita batteries have the fastest charge times in class so it spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger. The BL1840B 4.0 Ah Battery can be fully charged in 40 minutes.
- Compatibility: The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries are compatible with 320+ products.
- Available in singles with part number 196401-9 (BL1840B) and 2/pk with part number 196406-9 (BL1840B-2).
- Built-In Memory Chip communicates with Charger CPU to optimize the charging process based on the unique conditions of each battery
