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Karcher 18 Volt Battery Charger
2.445-040.0
$109
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Battery charger for compatible 18 Volt batteries
- Works with select garden and cleaning tool batteries
- Compact size: 183.9 x 132.7 x 87.1 millimetres
- Weighs 0.629 kilograms for easy handling
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Karcher
- Model Number:
- 2.445-040.0
- Battery Life:
- 18 V/2.5 Ah Karcher Battery Power battery to 80% in just 44 minutes, 100% in 83 minutes
- Compatible Products:
- BLV 18-200 Battery, CNS 18-30 Battery, GSH 18-20 Battery, HV 1/1 Bp Fs, Hedge Trimmer HGE 18-50, LBL 2 Battery, LMO 18-36 Battery, LTR 18-30 Battery, Mini Chain Saw CNS 2-18, PCL 3-18 Battery Powered Patio Cleaner, PHG 18-45 Battery, PSU 4-18, PSW 18-20
Power & Charging
- Indicator:
- Charging / fully charged / error
General Information
- Type:
- Power Tool Battery Charger
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- Can be wall mounted
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Power & Charging
- Indicator:
- Charging / fully charged / error
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Depth (mm):
- 87.1
- Product Height (mm):
- 183.9
- Product Width (mm):
- 132.7
- Product Weight (kg):
- 0.63
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 170
- Box Width (mm):
- 221
- Box Depth (mm):
- 97
- Box Weight (kg):
- 1
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At a glance
The Karcher 18 Volt Battery Charger is a compact charger for compatible 18V batteries used across Karcher garden and cleaning tools. It suits households that rotate batteries during longer jobs and want simple wall-mounted storage. Key strengths are its clear status indicator, light footprint and practical charge times. Its main limitation is that it is only useful within the compatible Karcher 18V battery system.
What it’s great for
- Battery Rotation Between Jobs
- Home Garden Tool Support
- Cleaning Tool Battery Charging
- Garage and Workshop Setup
Where it works best
- Home Garage
- Garden Shed
- Workshop
- Utility Room
Who it’s for
- Homeowner
- DIY User
- Garden Tool Owner
- Multi-Tool Karcher User
Things to consider
This charger is a practical option for everyday home use, but it does not offer the fastest charge times or broader cross-brand compatibility that some premium battery platforms provide.
Garden size suitability
Small to medium home gardens using compatible Karcher 18V tools
Ease of use score
9/10 - simple charging process, clear indicator lights and wall-mount option make it easy for everyday home use
Noise level vs category
Low - quieter and less intrusive than most active garden power tools because it is a charger rather than a motor-driven device
Multi-tasking flexibility
Best for users running multiple compatible Karcher 18V batteries across garden and cleaning tasks
Portability rating
8/10 - compact and lightweight for easy placement and storage, though it still needs mains power to operate
Key benefits
- 18v system compatibility: Charges compatible Karcher 18V batteries used across garden and cleaning tools, helping you stay within one battery platform.
- Fast top-up for 2.5ah battery: Charges a compatible 2.5Ah 18V battery to 80% in 44 minutes, making it easier to get back to lighter jobs sooner.
- Full charge for 2.5ah battery: Reaches 100% charge for a compatible 2.5Ah 18V battery in 83 minutes for predictable turnaround between tasks.
- Supports higher-capacity batteries: Charges a compatible 5.0Ah battery to 80% in 94 minutes and full in 143 minutes, useful for users running longer jobs.
- Status indicator: Displays charging status, full charge or error information clearly, so you can check battery progress at a glance.
- Compact design: Small footprint makes it easier to fit on a shelf, bench or storage wall without taking up much workspace.
- Lightweight build: Easy to move and position around the garage or workspace when reorganising your charging area.
- Integrated wall mount: Helps keep benches and floors clearer by allowing the charger to be mounted neatly off the work surface.
Q: Does this charger work with every Karcher battery, or only 18V Battery Power models?
A: No. This charger is designed for Karcher batteries on the 18V Battery Power platform only. It can charge 18V 2.5Ah and 5.0Ah exchangeable batteries, but it is not suitable for batteries from a different voltage platform.
Q: How much longer does the 5.0Ah battery take to charge compared with the 2.5Ah battery?
A: The 5.0Ah battery takes noticeably longer because it has higher capacity. This charger reaches 80% in 94 minutes for 5.0Ah versus 44 minutes for 2.5Ah, and a full charge is 143 minutes versus 83 minutes.
Q: What is the difference between the 80% and 100% charge times on this Karcher charger?
A: The last part of charging takes longer than the first. A 2.5Ah battery reaches 80% in 44 minutes but 100% in 83 minutes, while a 5.0Ah battery reaches 80% in 94 minutes and 100% in 143 minutes.
Q: Is this a good choice if you rotate batteries during longer cleaning jobs?
A: Yes. It is better suited to battery rotation than a standard slower charger because it can bring a 2.5Ah 18V battery to 80% in 44 minutes. That is useful when one battery is in use and another is charging between tasks.
Q: Can this charger be mounted on a wall, or does it need to sit on a bench?
A: It can be wall mounted. The charger has an integrated wall bracket for a cleaner setup, which helps keep a bench or garage workspace clear while the charger stays in a fixed, easy-to-reach position.