DeWalt sells chargers for its 12V MAX, 20V MAX and 60V MAX FLEXVOLT batteries (DeWalt gives their nominal voltages as 10.8V, 18V and 54V). In DeWalt’s US battery and charger list every 20V MAX charger also charges 60V MAX FLEXVOLT packs, but only some charge 12V MAX packs, and charging times differ by charger. This guide uses DeWalt’s US model numbers.
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Quick Compatibility Rule
DeWalt’s US battery and charger list names 14 chargers for 20V MAX and 60V MAX FLEXVOLT packs: DCB094, DCB102, DCB103, DCB104, DCB107, DCB112, DCB113, DCB115, DCB118, DCB132, DCB1102, DCB1104, DCB1106 and DCB1112. The 20V MAX packs it lists include standard, XR and POWERSTACK packs (for example DCB203, DCB205, DCB206, DCBP034 and DCBP520). Only nine chargers are listed for 12V MAX packs: DCB103, DCB104, DCB107, DCB112, DCB113, DCB115, DCB1102, DCB1104 and DCB1106.
DeWalt Charger Comparison
| Charger Model | Type | Charge Rate | Batteries Supported | Approx. Time (5 Ah) | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCB107 | Charger | Not stated | 12V MAX, 20V MAX, 60V MAX | 240 min | DeWalt US table, DCB205 |
| DCB112 | Charger with internal fan | Not stated | 12V MAX, 20V MAX, 60V MAX | 150 min | DeWalt US table, DCB205 |
| DCB115 | Charger | Not stated | 12V MAX, 20V MAX, 60V MAX | 75 min | DeWalt US table, DCB205 |
| DCB118 | Charger with internal fan | 8 A (UK spec) | 20V MAX, 60V MAX (not 12V MAX) | 75 min (47 min, newer date codes) | DeWalt US table, DCB205 |
| DCB102 | Charger | Not stated | 20V MAX, 60V MAX | 95 min | Not in DeWalt’s 12V MAX charger list |
| DCB104 | 4-port | 8 A per port (UK page) | 12V MAX, 20V MAX, 60V MAX | Not in DeWalt’s table | DeWalt UK: four 9 Ah FLEXVOLT packs in 75 min |
| DCB1104 | Charger | 4 A (DeWalt product name) | 12V MAX, 20V MAX, 60V MAX | Not in DeWalt’s table | DeWalt US model |
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Which Batteries Work With Which Chargers?
| Battery Type | DCB107 | DCB112 | DCB115 | DCB118 | DCB102 | DCB104 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V MAX Standard (DCB201–DCB203) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| 20V MAX XR (DCB204–DCB208) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| POWERSTACK (DCBP034, DCBP520) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| FLEXVOLT (DCB606, DCB609, DCB612, DCB615) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| 12V MAX (DCB120–DCB127) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ (DeWalt table: not compatible) | Not in 12V MAX list | ✅ |
Which Charger Should You Buy?
| Situation | Recommended Charger | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Casual DIY, 1–2 batteries | DCB112 | DeWalt US table: DCB205 in 150 min |
| Regular use, want faster charging | DCB115 | DeWalt US table: DCB205 in 75 min |
| Professional, FLEXVOLT user | DCB118 | 8 A (UK spec); DCB606 in 60 min; does not charge 12V MAX |
| Team or large kit (4+ batteries) | DCB104 | Four ports, 8 A each (DeWalt UK) |
| Truck or van-based work | DCB119 | Listed under 12-volt input in DeWalt’s table; charges 20V MAX packs (DCB205 in 150 min) but not the DCB606 |
Common Questions
Can I use a FLEXVOLT charger for regular 20V MAX batteries?
Yes. DeWalt lists the DCB118 for 20V MAX and 60V MAX FLEXVOLT packs. In DeWalt’s US charge-time table (DCB118 manual, 2016) the DCB118 charges a DCB205 5.0 Ah pack in 75 minutes (47 minutes for packs with date code 201536 or later), against 150 minutes on the DCB112.
Will a fast charger damage my battery?
DeWalt’s UK manuals say to charge only between 4°C and 40°C, and its US manuals give 4.5°C to 40°C. If a pack is too hot or too cold, the DCB118 suspends charging until it reaches a suitable temperature (Hot/Cold Pack Delay). We have no DeWalt statement on battery wear from faster chargers.
Can I charge POWERSTACK batteries with my old charger?
Yes, on the chargers DeWalt lists. Its US battery and charger list includes the POWERSTACK DCBP034 and DCBP520 among the 20V MAX packs for all 14 listed 20V MAX chargers. Charging time depends on the charger.
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Charging Best Practices
DeWalt’s manuals include the following guidance.
Temperature: DeWalt’s UK manuals say charge only between 4°C and 40°C; its US manuals say only charge when the battery is above 4.5°C and below 40°C, and give 18–24°C air temperature for longest life and best performance. The DCB118 suspends charging (Hot/Cold Pack Delay) until a hot or cold pack reaches a suitable temperature.
Storage: DeWalt recommends storing battery packs at room temperature when not in use and, for long storage, a fully charged pack in a cool, dry place out of the charger.
Troubleshooting Charger Issues
Red light blinks and yellow light on (DCB118): Hot/Cold Pack Delay — the pack is too hot or too cold, and charging resumes when it reaches a suitable temperature. A blinking red light on its own means the pack is charging.
Charger does not light: DeWalt says its chargers will not charge a faulty pack and show this by refusing to light, which could also mean a charger fault; take the charger and pack to an authorised service centre.
Can I use any DeWalt charger with any 20V MAX battery?
For 20V MAX and 60V MAX FLEXVOLT packs, DeWalt’s US list names 14 chargers: DCB094, DCB102, DCB103, DCB104, DCB107, DCB112, DCB113, DCB115, DCB118, DCB132, DCB1102, DCB1104, DCB1106 and DCB1112. Speed differs: in DeWalt’s US charge-time table (DCB118 manual, 2016) a DCB205 5.0 Ah pack takes 240 minutes on the DCB107, 150 on the DCB112, 75 on the DCB115 and 75 on the DCB118 (47 for newer date codes). The same table gives no DCB112 time for the DCB206.
Is it bad to leave a DeWalt battery on the charger overnight?
DeWalt’s DCB118 manual says that when both charging lights stay on, the pack is fully charged and “may be removed and used at this time or left in the charger”. For long storage DeWalt recommends a fully charged pack stored in a cool, dry place out of the charger.
Can I charge DeWalt 12V MAX batteries on a 20V MAX charger?
Only on some chargers. DeWalt’s US list names DCB103, DCB104, DCB107, DCB112, DCB113, DCB115, DCB1102, DCB1104 and DCB1106 as 12V MAX chargers. Its charge-time table marks 12V MAX packs as not compatible with the DCB118 and DCB132, and the DCB102 and DCB1112 are not in the 12V MAX charger list.
Which DeWalt charger is best for a job site?
We have no DeWalt guidance on job-site chargers. For several packs, the DCB104 has four ports, and DeWalt UK says it has 8 A output on each port and charges four 9 Ah XR FLEXVOLT packs in 75 minutes. Check the 12V MAX list above if you also use 12V packs.
How we compile this guide
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