Makita 18V 3.0 Ah LXT Lithium-Ion Battery

Charge faster and work longer than standard lithium-ion batteries, giving you and your Makita cordless tools unmatched performance and productivity for demanding applications. Category-leading charge time of only 30 minutes, so it spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger. It also features an LED charge level indicator to monitor battery charge. Compatible only with Star Protection tools, indicated by the Star Symbol     and/or yellow battery receiver under the tool. Resist self-discharge so they’re ready for use even after long periods of storage. The Rapid Optimum Charger (sold separately) is a smart-charging system that communicates with the battery during charging to monitor current, voltage and temperature. This helps optimize battery life and deliver a faster charge. The charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster and more efficient charging. For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created STAR Protection Computer Controls    . STAR Protection is communication technology that allows the tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. Compatible only with Star Protection tools, indicated by the Star Symbol     and/or yellow battery receiver under the tool Battery delivers consistent power and run time in extreme temperatures, even in winter (-4   F/-20   C) Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls     to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating Sixteen contact terminals maintain a constant connection with the tool to help prevent power loss or fluctuation, even during high-vibration applications Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger (charger not included) Includes: (2) 18V LXT 3 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery – BL1830B.